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    Houseboat Charter in Key West

    Charter a custom houseboat and relax on a remote Key West mooring

    4.8 stars• 89 reviews
    From$1,166incl. taxes and fees

    Ideal For

    Up to 6 people

    Includes

    Kayaks, paddle boards, ice

    Highlights

    Charter the Outpost for a half day, full day, sunset, or overnight trip and create your own time on the water. Bring your group, food, and drinks, then enjoy a remote backcountry mooring with space to unplug.

    • Choose a half-day, full-day, sunset, or overnight charter
    • Bring your friends or family for a private outing
    • Cook with an onboard kitchen and use the outdoor grill
    • Explore from the houseboat with paddle boards and kayaks
    • Ride out from Garrison Bight Marina in about 10 minutes

    What's Included

    • Transport from Garrison Bight Marina to the Outpost
    • Paddle boards
    • Kayaks
    • Ice
    • Drinking water
    • Bluetooth speaker
    Split the cost with your group

    This booking is for the whole experience, which fits up to 6 guests.

    From$194per person
    Split with

    Cancellation Policy

    Full refund with 48 hours notice of cancellation. Full refund in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. Within 48 hours, charged 50%. No-shows charged the full price.

    FAQs

    Arrive no later than 15 minutes before your charter.

    Yes. You will need to sign a waiver upon arrival.

    Bring sunscreen, sun-protection items (such as hats, buffs, clothing, and SPF), bathing suits, and towels. You can also bring your favorite games or books.

    Meeting details

    Garrison Bight Marina

    Experience provided by Mellow Ventures

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    Fits up to 6 guests

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    Review summary

    4.8
    Excellent
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    Rob, Betsy, and their team of captains have built something genuinely special on the waters around Key West. The standout offering is the Outpost, a beautifully designed houseboat anchored in the backcountry where guests wake up surrounded by water, catch sunrises and sunsets, and encounter dolphins, manatees, stingrays, and sharks right from the deck. It comes stocked with kayaks, paddle boards, snorkeling gear, and a BBQ, making it a kind of floating basecamp for nature lovers. Beyond the overnight experience, their guided boat tours are just as well-reviewed. Captains like Mitch, George, Tony, and Jo consistently earn praise for tailoring trips to what guests actually want to see, whether that means fishing, snorkeling a shipwreck, exploring mangroves, or finding a secluded sandbar. The team's communication before and during trips comes up repeatedly as a strength, with Betsy keeping logistics smooth on the coordination side. With a near-perfect rating across a large volume of reviews, this is a provider that clearly delivers on its promises.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Such a unique experience. Waking up surrounded by water 360 degrees. Watching the sunrise and the sunset every morning. Listening to the birds (seagulls) and other birds and watching the minnows around the boat lounging in my pjs. So relaxing. It may not be for everyone, but it was for me. Glamping sounds somewhat right. Highly recommend. Shout out to Tom who was so accommodating and communicative. Thank you Rob for sharing it with us. Best birthday ever!

    Photo of Guillermo Torres

    Guillermo Torres

    April 7, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Such a unique experience. Waking up surrounded by water 360 degrees. Watching the sunrise and the sunset every morning. Listening to the birds (seagulls) and other birds and watching the minnows around the boat lounging in my pjs. So relaxing. It may not be for everyone, but it was for me. Glamping sounds somewhat right. Highly recommend. Shout out to Tom who was so accommodating and communicative. Thank you Rob for sharing it with us. Best birthday ever!

    Photo of Guillermo Torres

    Guillermo Torres

    April 7, 2026

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