Private 4-hour kayak, snorkel, and sail trip for up to 6 in Key West
4 Hours
Up to 6 people
Captain, fuel, snorkel gear
Head out on a private cruise aboard Java Cat and explore Key West’s shallow waters with an eco captain. Spend your time sailing, snorkeling, and watching for dolphins.
Arrive at least 15 minutes before departure; the boat leaves on time and missed departures can’t be refunded or rescheduled. Gratuity is optional; a typical tip is 10–20% of the ticket price.
Private charters are refundable until 30 days before boarding time; within 30 days, no refund or reschedule. Runs in light rain, but the seller may cancel for severe or unsafe weather; if the seller cancels, you can reschedule (subject to availability) or receive a full refund.
Arrive at the boat at least 15 minutes before departure for boarding. The boat leaves on time; if you miss it, you can’t get a refund or reschedule.
Meet directly at the boat JAVA CAT and check in with your captain. There is no office check-in.
Bring reef-safe sunscreen, a swimsuit, and a towel. From November through March, bring layered clothing.
Key West, FL
Small group sizes are a defining feature here, with most guests noting they had fewer than 15 people on board. The crew, frequently mentioned by name including Andrew, Charlie, Captain Mo, and Libby, are marine biologists who genuinely geek out over the local ecosystem. Dolphins, turtles, sharks, and reef fish show up regularly across reviews, and the guides go out of their way to find wildlife even when it falls outside the official itinerary. The experience skews educational and relaxed rather than rowdy, which clearly resonates with most guests. Repeat visitors are common, and several reviewers mentioned booking a second or third trip. One French-language review noted a language barrier for non-English speakers, worth keeping in mind if that applies to your group. Snacks like fruit and hummus are typically provided, a small but appreciated touch that comes up more than once.
Hands down, the best experience in the Keys EVER! As a Florida resident, I’ve been on my share of local tours, but this one completely blew me away. Charlie was an incredible, highly knowledgeable guide. During our snorkel, he led us straight to the best spots and pointed out a massive variety of marine life—including a lemon shark, a nurse shark, and five huge stingrays right beneath us that were easily the size of a car hood! After snorkeling, relaxing at the sandbar was the perfect way to unwind. The BYOB policy is a great touch, too; we brought along some sodas to enjoy on the water. We will absolutely be back to do this tour again. Money well spent! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👍🏻👍🏻 July 3, 2026
Jessica Webb
July 7, 2026
Hands down, the best experience in the Keys EVER! As a Florida resident, I’ve been on my share of local tours, but this one completely blew me away. Charlie was an incredible, highly knowledgeable guide. During our snorkel, he led us straight to the best spots and pointed out a massive variety of marine life—including a lemon shark, a nurse shark, and five huge stingrays right beneath us that were easily the size of a car hood! After snorkeling, relaxing at the sandbar was the perfect way to unwind. The BYOB policy is a great touch, too; we brought along some sodas to enjoy on the water. We will absolutely be back to do this tour again. Money well spent! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👍🏻👍🏻 July 3, 2026
Jessica Webb
July 7, 2026
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