Cruise to Fort Jefferson and swim in Dry Tortugas waters
12 hrs
Up to 6 people
Captain, first mate, licenses
Cruise aboard a 35-foot Carolina Classic to Dry Tortugas National Park to visit Fort Jefferson and swim in clear waters. Learn about the park's history from your crew and watch for wildlife along the way.
Full refund with at least 24 hours' notice. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows are charged the full price.
Product ID: SWS743
No. Fuel is an additional charge and varies with sea conditions and the activities you request. Typical use averages 200–300 gallons of boat diesel for a 12-hour Dry Tortugas trip—clarify the expected fuel charge with Greetwell before booking.
Bring sunscreen (no aerosol), protective clothing for sun/wind/temperature/rain, polarized sunglasses, towels, and any food, snacks, and drinks you want. You can also bring your own snorkel gear.
The charter provides a cooler with bottled water and ice, a Bluetooth stereo, pool noodles, generic snorkel masks and fins (limited sizes), fishing and lobster gear, fishing licenses for up to six anglers (with lobster endorsements), and life jackets.
Mac's Place - 1605 N Roosevelt Blvd, Key West, FL 33040
If you're looking for a legit fishing charter experience in Key West, the crew here consistently delivers. Captain Justin seems to be the main point of contact, along with captains Matt and Scott, and they've earned nothing but praise for their friendly, professional approach. People keep mentioning how these guys make you feel like old friends rather than just customers, which really seems to set the tone for the whole day. The fishing itself is clearly the main attraction, and guests are hauling in impressive catches – we're talking multiple mahi-mahi, yellowtail snappers, and other keepers. What makes it even better is that the boat docks behind a restaurant that'll cook your catch for you, so you can enjoy your haul the same day. Beyond just putting you on fish, these captains are knowledgeable about the area and mix things up with dolphin watching, snorkeling, sandbar tours, and wreck exploration depending on what you're after. The boats are well-maintained with air conditioning and clean facilities, which matters when you're spending hours out on the water. One interesting bonus: they apparently also rent golf carts, and reviewers mention the same level of service there too – quick delivery to hotels and flexible pickup arrangements. Whether you're a first-timer or experienced angler, families or couples, people consistently say they'll book again, which tells you pretty much everything you need to know.
Awesome trip! We hooked a Goliath grouper, around 80 lbs, a lemon shark over 100 lbs and saw a pod of friendly dolphins! Also caught a bunch of other fish, also went to a beautiful beach. Captain was full of Key West tidbits and a lot of fun!! Highly recommend!!
Lisa DelVecchio
August 5, 2026
Awesome trip! We hooked a Goliath grouper, around 80 lbs, a lemon shark over 100 lbs and saw a pod of friendly dolphins! Also caught a bunch of other fish, also went to a beautiful beach. Captain was full of Key West tidbits and a lot of fun!! Highly recommend!!
Lisa DelVecchio
August 5, 2026
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