A private, four-hour boat charter from Key Largo that combines short reef snorkels with leisurely time on a shallow sandbar. Ideal for families or small groups wanting a customizable, crowd-free day on the Florida Reef.
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The engine hums low as the marina recedes and the open Florida Bay opens like a bright sheet. Salt-laden air pushes at the boat as palms and chrome slip behind; ahead, shallow turquoise shoulders reveal a sandbar that seems to float on sunlight. On Key Largo’s waters, a private charter turns the reef and sandbar from postcard images into places you can stand, swim, and unwind without a crowd.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Light to moderate—must be comfortable swimming short distances and boarding a small boat
Wildlife
History
The Keys have long been working waters for Bahamian fishermen and wreckers; John Pennekamp State Park (established 1963) helped spark modern conservation around the Florida Reef.
Conservation
Operators encourage reef-friendly sunscreen and no-contact snorkeling; local efforts focus on coral restoration and seagrass protection.
Reserve your spot on the SNORKELING and SANDBAR ADVENTURE! today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring reef-safe sunscreen
The captain enforces reef-friendly products to protect coral; apply before you board and reapply with a towel on the sandbar.
Wear fins and a well-fitting mask
Good fins make snorkeling easier and reduce kick contact with reefs; test your mask for leaks before entering the water.
Prepare for movement
If you’re prone to seasickness, take preventive measures and sit mid-boat where motion is gentlest.
Respect the reef
No touching or standing on coral and secure cameras on leashes to avoid accidental damage.
Snorkel mask and fins
Improves underwater visibility and mobility; better fit equals longer, more comfortable swims.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin from strong sun and prevents harmful chemicals from reaching coral.
summer
Water shoes or reef booties
Protects feet when wading to the sandbar or boarding shallow skiffs.
Floating dry bag
Keeps phone, keys, and snacks dry while you swim and relax on the sandbar.