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Small-group private charters take you from A&B Marina into the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary for snorkeling, sandbar beaching, and dolphin watching. Ideal for families: gear, water, and a cooler are included on this 3.5-hour experience.
Small-group private charters take you from A&B Marina into the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary for snorkeling, sandbar beaching, and dolphin watching. Ideal for families: gear, water, and a cooler are included on this 3.5-hour experience.
A warm spray lifts off the bow as a low 28-foot Spencer glass-bottom boat slips out of A&B Marina and into the green-blue flats beyond Key West. With room for just six, the ride feels private: the engine’s steady thrum, the sun warming your shoulders, and a charted plan that can include reef snorkels, an offshore sandbar, and dolphin watching in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary.
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Operated by Floridays · Key West, Florida
A warm spray lifts off the bow as a low 28-foot Spencer glass-bottom boat slips out of A&B Marina and into the green-blue flats beyond Key West. With room for just six, the ride feels private: the engine’s steady thrum, the sun warming your shoulders, and a charted plan that can include reef snorkels, an offshore sandbar, and dolphin watching in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary.
The Keys are limestone remnants of ancient coral and silt; under shallow water, living reef structures and seagrass beds support parrotfish, rays, and the occasional dolphin pod. Key West’s port history—Cuban trade, salvaging wrecks and sponging—still shapes its harbor-front streets and the working marinas where excursions launch. Local culture blends maritime practicality with a relaxed, salt-scented sense of play; captains here know how tides, wind, and currents move the shallow backcountry.
Expect two to three stops: a guided snorkel on shallow reef, a quiet backcountry channel where dolphins pass through, and beaching on a remote sandbar to paddle or lounge. The operator supplies snorkel gear, bottled water, and a cooler with ice.
Practical guidance: arrive at A&B Marina (700 Front St) 20–30 minutes early, wear reef-safe sunscreen and sturdy sandals for the beach landing, and bring a towel and waterproof camera. Motion-sickness remedies help if you’re sensitive; respect wildlife viewing distance rules and avoid stepping on coral. This short, private trip is ideal for families or small groups who want a flexible, hands-on marine experience without committing to a full-day charter.
easy.
3.5 hours.
Suitable for all fitness levels; participants should be comfortable entering/exiting a small boat and snorkeling at surface level.
This private excursion accommodates up to six people, providing a more personalized experience.
Yes — snorkel masks, fins, and snorkels are provided as part of the trip inclusions.
The boat departs from A&B Marina at 700 Front St in Key West; check-in is alongside Conch Seafood Republic.
Full refunds are available if you cancel at least 24 hours before departure; trips may be canceled for bad weather.
Key West’s marine traffic and wrecking industry in the 19th century established its long maritime culture; reefs and channels were central to local livelihoods and navigation.
The waters fall inside the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, which enforces no-take zones and promotes reef-safe practices — visitors should follow guidelines to minimize anchor and contact damage.
Floridays operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
A warm spray lifts off the bow as a low 28-foot Spencer glass-bottom boat slips out of A&B Marina and into the green-blue flats beyond Key West. With room for just six, the ride feels private: the engine’s steady thrum, the sun warming your shoulders, and a charted plan that can include reef snorkels, an offshore sandbar, and dolphin watching in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary.
A warm spray lifts off the bow as a low 28-foot Spencer glass-bottom boat slips out of A&B Marina and into the green-blue flats beyond Key West. With room for just six, the ride feels private: the engine’s steady thrum, the sun warming your shoulders, and a charted plan that can include reef snorkels, an offshore sandbar, and dolphin watching in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary.
The Keys are limestone remnants of ancient coral and silt; under shallow water, living reef structures and seagrass beds support parrotfish, rays, and the occasional dolphin pod. Key West’s port history—Cuban trade, salvaging wrecks and sponging—still shapes its harbor-front streets and the working marinas where excursions launch. Local culture blends maritime practicality with a relaxed, salt-scented sense of play; captains here know how tides, wind, and currents move the shallow backcountry.
Expect two to three stops: a guided snorkel on shallow reef, a quiet backcountry channel where dolphins pass through, and beaching on a remote sandbar to paddle or lounge. The operator supplies snorkel gear, bottled water, and a cooler with ice.
Practical guidance: arrive at A&B Marina (700 Front St) 20–30 minutes early, wear reef-safe sunscreen and sturdy sandals for the beach landing, and bring a towel and waterproof camera. Motion-sickness remedies help if you’re sensitive; respect wildlife viewing distance rules and avoid stepping on coral. This short, private trip is ideal for families or small groups who want a flexible, hands-on marine experience without committing to a full-day charter.