Key West Eco Tours


Guided Eco Tours through Key West backcountry

Eco Tours in Key West, Florida

More than anything, our passion is to share our knowledge of the ecosystems surrounding Key West. We will travel responsibly to untouched areas where you will have the opportunity to view the local flora and fauna.


Salty Soul Charter boat navigating though Key West backcountry during and eco tour.

We are able to navigate into very shallow water areas with an intention to share our knowledge and educate our guests so they gain a greater appreciation for our planet.

An aerial view of a Salty Soul charter boat navigating through the mangrove channels of Key West during an eco tour.
Captain Jane from Salty Soul Charters navigating her charter boat through the backcountry of Key West during an eco tour.

 Key West Eco Tours 


Take a break from the concrete jungle and explore the natural wonders surrounding us! Our captains have taken pride in studying for years and are eager to share their knowledge with you.

A guest smiling while he explores the backcountry of Key West on a Salty Soul Charter Eco Tour.

Exploring Key Wests’ sponge gardens, sandbars and coral reefs has endless possibilities. The sandbars are a great place to hunt for shells and spot a sting ray. The coral reef is filled with live corals and tropical fish.

First Mate Sunny spots a manatee in the backcountry of Key West during an eco tour.

During our eco tour you will have the opportunity to walk through mangrove trees and learn about their intricate root system. Expect to encounter wildlife, this is a fish nursery and home to many types and shellfish and birds as well.

Salty Soul Charter boat anchored in the backcountry of Key West during an eco tour.

Preserving The Ecosystem Is Important to Us

Our team is committed to promoting conservation and the well-being of our planet. As we safely and considerately guide your group into the backcountry mangrove channels, we will share how important our ecosystems are to the Florida Keys and our coral reefs.


A pathway through the mangroves in Key West seen during a Salty Soul Charters Eco Tour.

We take only pictures, and we leave only footprints!

What to know about Key West Eco Tours

Some things to know about our Eco Tours are:


Read some FAQs about our Key West Eco Tours below!

  • Fun, Experienced, and Knowledgeable Captain & Tour Guide!

  • Equipment for excursions

  • Lifejackets & First Aid Kit

  • A cooler and ice

  • Bluetooth speakers for music

  • An Unforgettable Key West Adventure!

Included In Your Charter:


  • Hats, Towels, & Sunglasses

  • Rub-on, Reef-Safe Sunscreen
    (No Spray Cans, Please! Slip Hazard)

  • Food, Snacks, & Drinks / Adult beverages
    (No Glass Bottles, Please!)

  • Long-Sleeve Shirts & Pants for Sun Protection & To Stay Warm After Swimming

What To Bring With You:


 Our Guests Say It Best 

A couple in the water during an eco tour in Key West, Florida.

This is a place you cannot get to on the larger boats..
We could not have asked for a better experience.

A group photo of people and dogs on a hammock made of nets during an eco tour in Key West, Florida.

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Key West Eco Tour FAQs


Do you take last minute bookings?

Happily! Please do not hesitate to Contact Us or Book a Charter for same-day bookings!

What should we expect?

Expect to witness incredible views like you’ve never seen before! We will encounter wildlife, anything from turtles, dolphins, sting rays, birds, and more. We will drive through protected mangrove areas and pick from an assortment of beautiful white sandbars. We can customize as we go, snorkel along the way, fish, look for dolphins etc.

What if the weather is bad?

We will cancel/reschedule if there is thunder and/or lightning. If it is just windy we can find many hidden spots to have a wonderful experience and still remain very safe.

  • Navigate to ~ Hurricane Hole Marina
    Located at ~ 5130 Overseas Hwy 1, Key West, FL
    Lots of ~ FREE PARKING :)

    Once parked ~ Walk through the outdoor restaurant seating area.
    The boat will be in the docks.

    Look for ~ Beige, center console, Nautical Star with black T-top.

  • ~ You Bring ~
    ~ Snacks and drinks (water is provided).
    ~ Hats, towels, and protective sun clothing.
    ~ Sunscreen (no spray sunscreen on the boat please, slip hazard).

    ~ We Provide ~

    ~ All equipment.
    ~ Cooler with ice.
    ~ Lifejackets & First Aid Kit.
    ~ Bluetooth Speakers for Music.
    ~ Fun, Experienced, and Knowledgeable Captain & Tour Guide!
    ~ An Unforgettable Key West Adventure!

  • Absolutely! If you’re a dog lover, you can also ask if one of our First Mates are available!

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A dog on a charter boat in Key West, Florida

 About Our Salty Souls 

A dog on a paddle board in Key West, Florida

“Do what you love.”

When they said

Did they know chartering boats in Key West would be the outcome?

Captain Jason from Salty Soul Charters driving a charter boat in Key West, Florida
Captain Jane from Salty Soul Charters driving a charter boat in Key West, Florida
Captain Nate from Salty Soul Charters in Key West, Florida

Meet our USCG Licensed Captains and loyal first mates before setting sail!