Spend your day or evening on the water with Stock Island Charters in Key West. From quiet sandbars to radiant sunsets, these private boat trips bring the Gulf’s marine life and shoreline beauty within easy reach.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; ability to swim is recommended for sandbar stops.
Wildlife
History
Key West has a storied maritime past, once serving as a vital naval and shipping hub during the 19th century.
Conservation
Stock Island Charters practices responsible boating to minimize impact on fragile marine environments, emphasizing wildlife protection and no-contact guidelines.
Stock Island Charters
Spend your day or evening on the water with Stock Island Charters in Key West. From quiet sandbars to radiant sunsets, these private boat trips bring the Gulf’s marine life and shoreline beauty within easy reach.
Stock Island Charters operates out of Key West, Florida, offering a focused range of on-water experiences that showcase local sandbars, mangrove backcountry, and island shorelines. The company provides a Sandbar Tour lasting three to eight hours where guests can paddle board, snorkel, and spend time on picturesque sandbars while observing wildlife such as dolphins and sea turtles. A cooler of ice and water is supplied on the Sandbar Tour, and guests are invited to bring their favorite snacks or drinks.
For evening outings, Stock Island Charters offers two private sunset options. One Private Sunset Cruise is a two-hour tour with guided narration and island views. A separate Private Sunset Cruise around Key West circumnavigates the island with commentary, wildlife spotting, and a captain-selected secluded viewing spot approximately twenty minutes before sunset. Captains coordinate stops and timing with guests, adjusting plans for tide, weather, and desired activities to ensure comfortable outings and provide local knowledge. Exact departure points, availability, and booking details are provided at the time of reservation. Stock Island Charters focuses on delivering clear, captain-led itineraries for visitors seeking sandbar exploration, snorkeling, paddle boarding, and private sunset cruises in Key West.
Location
Key West, FL
Based in Key West waters
Trip Durations
2–8 hours
Options from 2 to 8 hours
Tours Offered
3 Tours
Sandbar and sunset cruise options
Sunset Cruises
Private options
Secluded sunset viewing spots
Book a Sandbar Tour or Private Sunset Cruise in Key West — availability varies by season and weather.
Bring sun protection
Wear sunscreen, hats, and sunglasses to protect yourself during daytime tours on open water.
Pack swimwear and towels
The sandbar tours involve swimming and paddleboarding, so be ready to get wet and bring towels.
Respect wildlife
Observe marine creatures from a distance without touching or disturbing them to preserve the ecosystem.
Book early for evenings
Sunset cruises fill quickly, especially in high season. Reserve your spot ahead to guarantee availability.
Sunscreen
Protects skin from intense Florida sun during open boat rides.
summer
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated throughout your trip, especially on sunny afternoons.
Swimsuit
Necessary for swimming and paddleboarding at the sandbars.
summer
Light jacket
Useful for cooler breezes during winter sunset cruises.
winter