Cruise to Dry Tortugas National Park in style with this private 10-hour trip aboard the climate-controlled Park Shark. Experience unrivaled snorkeling, diving, and history on this unforgettable Key West adventure.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
10 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should have a reasonable level of fitness to handle snorkeling, light swimming, and walking on uneven surfaces at Fort Jefferson.
Wildlife
History
Fort Jefferson is the largest brick masonry structure in the Americas, constructed during the mid-19th century to protect the strategic shipping channels.
Conservation
Dry Tortugas National Park is a protected marine sanctuary, with strict regulations in place to safeguard coral reefs, endangered species, and water quality.
Finz Dive Charters Corporation
Cruise to Dry Tortugas National Park in style with this private 10-hour trip aboard the climate-controlled Park Shark. Experience unrivaled snorkeling, diving, and history on this unforgettable Key West adventure.
Finz Dive Charters Corporation is a Key West, Florida dive operator offering guided scuba and snorkeling excursions across the Florida Keys.
The operation runs a mix of public and private trips, including 2-tank public dives, 2-tank wreck dives, dedicated night dives, and private charters available in ½ day, 3/4 day (3-tank) and full-day (4-tank) formats. Private charters accommodate up to six guests and can be customized to include reef diving, wreck exploration, secluded beach lunches, dolphin watching, and sunset cruises.
Training and skill support are available through a Scuba Skills Refresher Course aimed at certified divers returning after a year or more. Night dive options include guided 4-hour dives on reef sites or at the USNS General Hoyt S. Vandenberg wreck, with dive masters leading each immersion. Public combo dives pair wreck and reef exploration, highlighting turtles, rays, and abundant reef life.
For extended excursions, Finz runs a Premium Dry Tortugas Trip aboard the Park Shark, a climate-controlled vessel operating a 10-hour itinerary to Dry Tortugas National Park and Fort Jefferson with guided snorkeling and dive opportunities. The fleet’s full-day private trips also offer multi-tank diving and sand bar stops.
Guided dives are led by professional dive masters who provide safety briefings, site orientation, and local knowledge to support diver comfort and memorable underwater experiences in the Key West region.
Location
Key West, FL
Base of operations in Key West
Private Capacity
Up to 6 guests
Small-group private charters
Dry Tortugas Trip
10-hour Park Shark
10-hour trip on Park Shark
Trips Offered
10 unique trips
Wrecks, reefs, night and private charters
Book private charters, night dives, or the Dry Tortugas Park Shark trip — secure spots for up to 6 guests and plan a Key West dive adventure today.
Hydrate well before and during the trip
Bring plenty of water and stay hydrated, especially when spending long hours on the boat under the sun.
Apply reef-safe sunscreen
Use sunscreen that won’t harm coral reefs to protect your skin and preserve the marine environment.
Wear non-slip footwear
Choose shoes with good grip to safely board and move around the boat and rocky areas near Fort Jefferson.
Bring a waterproof camera
Capture underwater life and scenic views with a waterproof camera or protective housing for your device.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects your skin while preserving the fragile coral reef ecosystems.
summer
Lightweight, quick-dry clothing
Keeps you comfortable on the boat and during water activities.
summer
Waterproof camera or housing
Allows you to capture stunning underwater and landscape photos.
Water shoes with non-slip soles
Provides safety on slippery boat decks and rocky shoreline.