Explore Key West backcountry sandbars on a private charter for up to 6
6 Hours
Up to 6 people
Ice, bottled water, cooler
Head out on a 6-hour private charter focused on Key West sandbars, with the flexibility to choose one or multiple stops. Cruise through mangroves and other backcountry areas, with special requests welcome.
No glass on the boat. You can bring alcohol, but please don’t overdo it. Items may get wet on the water, so leave valuables behind.
Cancellation policy is 48 hours before start of trip booked.
Arrive 15 minutes early.
Bring sunscreen, hats, sunglasses, towels, and light snorkel gear if you have it—whatever will make your trip enjoyable.
A cooler full of ice and bottled waters is provided.
Captain Mike is the heart of this operation, and it shows in nearly every review. Families with young kids, groups of teens, couples, and international visitors all come away saying the same thing: he's knowledgeable, warm, and genuinely good at reading what his guests want out of the day. Wildlife sightings are a consistent highlight, with dolphins, nurse sharks, stingrays, manatees, and birds making regular appearances depending on the day. The trips themselves range from quick 2.5-hour sandbar floats to full 6-hour adventures mixing fishing, multiple stops, and sunset views. Mike keeps things flexible, shaping the experience around what each group is hoping for rather than running a fixed route. Repeat bookings show up in the reviews more than once, which says a lot about the overall experience. If you're visiting the Keys and want a private, personalized day on the water, this is a strong choice.
We had a wonderful experience with our sandbar trip! Captain Mike is very knowledgeable and answered all of our questions about the different Florida sea life we saw. He pointed out birds, sharks, stingrays, barracudas, and other fish and made sure that our 3 small children also got to see them. He was very personable and even helped entertain the kids. He is incredibly experienced and kept us safe while out on the water. I would absolutely recommend Low Tide Charters to anyone, especially families with small children. I hope to book with them again on our next trip to the Keys!
Rebecca Grabill
April 16, 2026
We had a wonderful experience with our sandbar trip! Captain Mike is very knowledgeable and answered all of our questions about the different Florida sea life we saw. He pointed out birds, sharks, stingrays, barracudas, and other fish and made sure that our 3 small children also got to see them. He was very personable and even helped entertain the kids. He is incredibly experienced and kept us safe while out on the water. I would absolutely recommend Low Tide Charters to anyone, especially families with small children. I hope to book with them again on our next trip to the Keys!
Rebecca Grabill
April 16, 2026