The Original Key West Island Jet Ski Tour from Barefoot Billy's
Description
Billy started his Island Jet Ski Tour in 1992. There are many imitators, but only one Original Island Jet Ski tour! Our guides are licensed and local, so they know the waters surrounding our island like their backyard - because it is! Full Island Loop: You completely circle Key West, a trek that is impossible for most larger boats due to shallow backcountry waters. Sightseeing from the Water: You get unique vantage points of famous landmarks, including the Southernmost Point buoy, Mallory Square, and Sunset Key. Marine Life: The route passes through the Key West backcountry (mangroves), where it's common to spot dolphins, sea turtles, rays, and tropical birds. Freestyle "Play" Time: Unlike strictly regimented tours, this includes a dedicated "free play" segment where you can go full throttle, practice carves, or jump wakes in a safe, open-water zone.
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Begin your tour on the pristine, uncrowded south end of Key West. Your expert guide provides safety instructions on your Yamaha personal watercraft (PWC), providing you with the confidence to get the most out of your guided tour. Billy only goes with the best which is why he rides on a Yamaha. Your new Yamaha PWC provides an unbelievably comfortable ride, even at 45 mph, while providing top-of-the-market handling and maneuverability. Get ready for the ride of your life as we set off for an exhilarating ride around the island. Your 26-mile guided tour completely circles the island of Key West, a task that’s impossible for most watercraft.
During your jet ski tour, you take in breathtaking views of Key West’s backcountry, see the famous Mallory Square from the water, and watch for marine life like sea turtles and dolphins frolicking in the Caribbean waters. Learn about the history of Key West during stops along the way, including the Southernmost Point, historic Key West Bight, and Sunset Key. Relax or play in the water while we stop at a deserted sandbar. Bring your waterproof camera for great photos!
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(369)
Tour was great and the tour team of G, Nacho, and Jayce were awesome they let the group ride at their own pace and let the advanced riders have a little fun!!
Great trip around the island of Key West. Sea grass was thick! Guide was great at keeping the ski running with all the heavy grass.
This was such an awesome experience and so fun to do with friends! Billy and nacho were such great guides and fully prepare you before you go out on the tour. Make sure you take the boating license test before hand or atleast show up 15 minutes early to take it!
This was my first time jet skiing. I was very nervous but Nacho helped me through it. Awesome instructors and overall fun experience. Only negative part was walking through the sargassum to get in the jet ski. Would’ve loved a dock!
Super fun experience with amazing/friendly guides who really want you to have the best time possible
Awesome adventure, highly recommend it to anyone. Be prepared to get wet and lots of sun. Sunblock up if you burn easy.
The office staff was very accommodating, making sure we parked in the right place, had the right sunglasses straps to ensure we didn’t lose them and kept our keys during the trip. Tyler and staff were great on the water, ensuring everyone was comfortable and could manage their jet ski but also organizing us so faster people were in the front. Tyler’s knowledge of Key West and the sites was great and added to the trip. The jet skis were new and super stable and smooth. It was a great day to be on the water and Tyler and team enabled us to take advantage of it.
Thank you for the fantastic review! We're so glad to hear that our office staff helped get your day off to a smooth start and that Tyler and the crew made your jet ski tour such a great experience. It's wonderful to know you enjoyed Tyler's knowledge of Key West, the organization of the tour, and the comfort and performance of our jet skis. We truly appreciate your kind words and are thrilled you had such a beautiful day out on the water with us. We hope to see you again on your next visit to Key West! 🌴☀️🏖️
Very friendly and attentive employees. There was a lot of sargassum that caused issues with the jet skis but the crew fixed this quickly and got us back on our way. The views were great and you got to ride the jet skis for quite a while. Best part, they took pictures and airdropped them to us for free! Highly recommend!
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience! We're delighted to hear that our crew was friendly, attentive, and able to quickly get everyone back on the water when the sargassum caused a few hiccups. It's great to know you enjoyed the beautiful views, the extended time riding the jet skis, and the complimentary photos from your adventure. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back for another Key West adventure soon! 🌊☀️🏝️📸
This tour operator did an amazing job. Very friendly people and made sure we had a good time. 10/10 would recommend!
Thank you for the wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that our team helped make your experience such a great one. Providing a fun, safe, and memorable adventure is always our goal, and we're glad our crew delivered. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to see you again for another 10/10 experience on the water! 🌊☀️🏝️😊
It was very good, I got scare sinces it was my first time, but the tour guides were AMAZING, their patience, knowledge and professionalism make it smooth and easy to ride. My son and husband loved it. We really had so much fun!
Thank you for your fantastic review! We're so happy to hear that despite being nervous for your first jet ski experience, our guides helped you feel comfortable and confident on the water. Their patience, knowledge, and professionalism are what make these tours so special, and we're glad they made the experience smooth and enjoyable for you. It's wonderful to know that you, your son, and your husband all had such a great time. Thank you for choosing Barefoot Billy's, and we hope to see your family again for another Key West adventure! 🌊☀️🏝️💙
