Cruise the crystal-clear waters of Key West on a private 25ft Sea Ray for five hours of fun, sun, and sandbar adventures. Perfect for bachelorette parties and groups looking to escape the everyday!
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels, as the trip involves minimal physical exertion beyond swimming and light walking on sandbars.
Wildlife
History
Key West’s sandbars have long been popular hideouts for early sailors and fishermen navigating the Florida Keys.
Conservation
Visitors are encouraged to respect coral reefs and marine habitats by sticking to designated sandbars and using reef-safe products.
Salty Sandbars
Cruise the crystal-clear waters of Key West on a private 25ft Sea Ray for five hours of fun, sun, and sandbar adventures. Perfect for bachelorette parties and groups looking to escape the everyday!
Salty Sandbars operates out of Key West, Florida, offering guided sandbar charters and private boat rentals focused on safe, memorable time on the water. The operator runs a fleet that includes Sea Ray and Boston Whaler vessels configured for comfort, shade, and socializing, and provides amenities such as coolers, Bluetooth audio, pool noodles, paddleboards, and floating islands. Trips range from short Sandbar Express outings and two‑ to three‑hour charters to extended half‑day and full‑day adventures with onboard lunch and drinks. Specialty experiences include clothing‑optional sandbar sessions and celebration‑focused charters suitable for bachelor or bachelorette parties, birthdays, and small groups. Captains navigate to secluded backcountry sandbars, mangrove islands, and Jewfish Basin sandbars, offering snorkeling, paddleboarding, swimming, and shore lunches sourced locally when included.
Bookings include captain, fuel, and stated inclusions per trip; guests should review each trip description for exact amenities and duration. Safety equipment and local licensing are maintained to comply with Florida boating regulations. Salty Sandbars caters to families and adult groups, emphasizing relaxed social atmospheres, scenic sunsets, and photo‑friendly stops. Reservations are recommended in peak seasons to secure preferred dates and vessel types. Customers are encouraged to confirm passenger counts, special requests, and dietary needs at booking to ensure smooth service. Consistency.
Vessels
Sea Ray & Boston Whaler
Comfort-focused, shaded seating
Trip Lengths
2–8 hours
Sandbar express to full-day options
Location
Key West, Florida
Jewfish Basin and mangrove access
Amenities
Paddleboards, coolers, Bluetooth
Floating island, noodles, onboard lunch options
Book a Sea Ray or Boston Whaler for sandbar hangs, snorkeling, paddleboarding, and onboard lunches — limited availability during peak season.
Bring reef-safe sunscreen
Protect your skin and the delicate marine environment by using eco-friendly, reef-safe sunscreen.
Wear water-friendly shoes
Non-slip water shoes will help you comfortably navigate wet sandbars and rocky areas.
Stay hydrated
Bring plenty of water or ask if refreshments are included to avoid dehydration under the sun.
Secure personal belongings
Keep phones and valuables in waterproof cases or bags to protect them from water exposure.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protect your skin and ocean life while enjoying sun-filled activities on the boat and sandbars.
summer
Swimsuit and quick-dry towel
Ideal for swimming, snorkeling, and drying off quickly after water activities.
Water shoes
Provide traction and protect feet when exploring rocky or sandy areas.
Waterproof phone case
Keep your phone safe from splashes while capturing memories on the water.