Cruise to John Pennekamp reef views on a 2-hour glass-bottom boat
2 hours
Glass-bottom boat cruise
Ride the Key Largo Princess on a 2-hour glass-bottom cruise to view the underwater scenery of John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park and the Key Largo National Marine Sanctuary. Relax on deck as you head out to the reef, then watch marine life through large viewing windows.
All participants, including infants and toddlers, must have a ticket. Drinks and snacks are not included and are available for purchase on board.
Non-refundable, cannot be rescheduled. May be cancelled due to severe weather; if the seller cancels, you can reschedule (subject to availability) or receive credit for a future event.
Yes. Every participant must have a ticket, including infants and toddlers.
No. Drinks and snacks are not included in the ticket price, but you can buy them on board.
Check in at the Key Largo Holiday Inn Lobby Gift Shop to receive your boarding passes.
Key Largo Holiday Inn Docks (Key Largo, FL)
This glass-bottom boat tour out to the Florida Keys reef is a genuinely enjoyable experience, with the crew consistently standing out as a highlight. Reviewers rave about how knowledgeable and enthusiastic the staff are, and the boat itself is well-maintained with a climate-controlled cabin, a sun deck, and a full snack bar onboard. Several guests spotted turtles, manatees, sharks, and plenty of fish, making for memorable moments on the water. It's worth setting realistic expectations about the reef itself. Coral bleaching from warming waters means the underwater scenery isn't as vivid as it once was, and some visitors found the marine life a little sparse depending on the day. The boat travels roughly six miles out, so the majority of the trip is transit time rather than reef viewing. A few guests also noted that popular departure times can feel crowded around the viewing windows. That said, most travelers come away happy, especially those who treat it as a relaxing cruise with a side of reef viewing rather than a deep-dive wildlife experience. The combination of a comfortable boat, genuinely engaging crew, and those stunning turquoise Keys waters makes it a solid choice for a fun few hours on the water.
Great value and fun trip! The water and reefs are beautiful. Very informative guide to explain the reefs. Bar and snacks on board. Air conditioned area by the glass bottom to stay cool on hot days. Nice excursion.
Barb
May 14, 2026
Great value and fun trip! The water and reefs are beautiful. Very informative guide to explain the reefs. Bar and snacks on board. Air conditioned area by the glass bottom to stay cool on hot days. Nice excursion.
Barb
May 14, 2026