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Take a long but rewarding day from Miami to Key West: choose between a dolphin-watch cruise or a reef snorkel, then spend hours wandering Duval Street and the island’s shoreline. This full-day trip compresses Key West’s marine life, history, and nightlife into one action-packed outing.
Take a long but rewarding day from Miami to Key West: choose between a dolphin-watch cruise or a reef snorkel, then spend hours wandering Duval Street and the island’s shoreline. This full-day trip compresses Key West’s marine life, history, and nightlife into one action-packed outing.
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Operated by US2U · Key West, Florida
You step onto the coach before dawn and the city unspools behind you — Miami’s glass towers shrinking into mangroves and then the narrow ribbon of U.S. 1 that pins the Florida Keys to the sea. The bus ride toward Key West is a slow reveal: bridges lift you over channels that glint like coins, and salt-washed air starts to slip through open windows. When the island appears, it’s low, bright, and impatient for you to explore.
easy.
12–15 hours.
Light — you should be able to sit for long periods and stand/walk for short excursions; swimmers need basic comfort in open water
The full day trip is roughly 12–15 hours including travel time; the coach takes about 3.5–4.5 hours each way depending on traffic.
Yes — the snorkel option requires basic swim competence; guides provide instruction but you must be able to handle open water.
No — food is not included; you’ll have several hours in Key West to buy meals or bring snacks on the coach.
Yes — pick-up from select hotels is offered; exact pick-up time and location will be emailed prior to departure and can vary by hotel.
The operator may cancel in unsafe weather; for a full refund cancel at least 24 hours before departure, and bad-weather cancellations are eligible for refund.
Basic snorkel gear and instruction are provided for the reef option, but you can bring personal gear for a better fit.
Key West grew as a maritime hub in the 19th century—wrecking, sponging, and naval operations shaped the island before it became a tourist destination.
The local economy depends on healthy reefs and clear water; operators encourage reef-safe sunscreen, no-touch policies, and avoiding anchoring on coral.
US2U operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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