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    Great White Heron Refuge Eco Charter

    Cruise mangroves, snorkel shallow waters, and explore sandbars in the Lower Keys

    5.0 stars• 112 reviews

    Duration

    4, 5 or 6 hrs

    Ideal For

    Up to 6 people

    Includes

    Snorkel gear, ice, water

    Highlights

    Explore the Great White Heron National Wildlife Refuge by boat with Captain Amy. Cruise mangrove channels, snorkel around islands, and spend time discovering the backcountry's sandbars.

    • Cruise mangrove channels and learn how they support the Lower Keys ecosystem
    • Snorkel shallow waters around the islands
    • Search sandbars for shells and small marine critters
    • Examine collected critters in a tub before they are released
    • Follow captain-selected locations based on daily conditions

    What's Included

    • Sanitized snorkel gear
    • Cooler with ice and water
    • Speakers
    • Personal floats
    • Sandbar toys
    • Bathyscopes

    Important details

    • Complete and sign a waiver for every member of your party before boarding
    • Bring non-spray sunscreen, sunglasses, snacks, an SPF shirt, and towels
    • Bring your own drinks if desired
    • Do not bring or wear spray sunscreen, personal coolers, bananas, red drinks, or glass
    • Do not use WAYS for GPS navigation
    • Expect a separate charge for paddleboard use; it is not included in the listed price

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel more than 5 days before departure for a full refund. Cancel 24 hours to 5 days before: private charters forfeit the deposit; per-person charters receive a refund less 20%. No refund within 24 hours or for no-shows. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather.

    Product ID: NBV84N

    FAQs

    Complete and sign a waiver for every member of your party before boarding the Backcountry Discovery charter.

    Do not bring or wear spray sunscreen. Leave personal coolers, bananas, red drinks, and glass behind.

    Paddleboard use carries an additional charge and is not included in the listed price.

    Meeting details

    5710 Overseas Hwy, Key West, FL 33040

    Experience provided by Key West Coastal Charters

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    4 hour charter

    $742

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    5 hour charter

    $848

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    6 hour charter

    $954

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    Review summary

    5.0
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    Captain Amy has built quite a reputation on the water around Key West, and it's easy to see why. Reviewers consistently highlight her deep knowledge of local marine life, shells, and the surrounding area, and she has a natural ability to share that knowledge in a way that feels engaging rather than lecture-y. She keeps groups small (max six people), which clearly adds to the personal feel of each trip. Families with young kids keep popping up in these reviews, and they tend to be some of the most enthusiastic. Toddlers and grandparents alike seem to have a genuinely great time, which says a lot about how she reads a group and adjusts accordingly. Wildlife sightings like dolphins, sea turtles, manatees, and even a whale come up repeatedly, and while nothing is ever guaranteed on the water, it sounds like Amy knows exactly where to look. The trips themselves range from snorkeling and shelling to sandbar hangs and dolphin watching, and she seems happy to tailor the experience based on what you're after. Booking is described as easy and responsive. If you're planning time in Key West and want to get out on the water with someone who clearly loves what she does, this one seems worth prioritizing.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    We absolutely loved spearfishing with Captain Amy. We would absolutely book this trip again. We are a family of five ranging from ages 8 to 50 and everyone had a blast. Capt. Amy was a pro at spearfishing and graciously shared her catch with us. The hotel restaurant cooked it up for us and it was delicious. I can't say enough good things about it; it's a must do experience.

    Photo of Jennifer McMahon

    Jennifer McMahon

    June 24, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    We absolutely loved spearfishing with Captain Amy. We would absolutely book this trip again. We are a family of five ranging from ages 8 to 50 and everyone had a blast. Capt. Amy was a pro at spearfishing and graciously shared her catch with us. The hotel restaurant cooked it up for us and it was delicious. I can't say enough good things about it; it's a must do experience.

    Photo of Jennifer McMahon

    Jennifer McMahon

    June 24, 2026

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