Charter a private sailing catamaran or power yacht for 8 hours of snorkeling and island stops
8 Hours
Up to 12 people
Snorkel gear, coolers, grill
Spend a full day on a privately chartered boat with time to snorkel at multiple spots, explore uninhabited islands, or relax on the water. Choose from sailing catamarans or power yachts for up to 12 guests.
Primary charterer must be 21 or older. A mandatory boat cleaning fee applies (varies by boat and is added at checkout). A $700 captain and crew service fee is paid on charter day, and crew gratuity is customary at 15–20% of the charter fee.
This booking is for the whole experience, which fits up to 12 guests.
Cancel more than 30 days before start: full refund minus $350 fee. Cancel less than 30 days but more than a week: full refund minus $750 fee. Cancel within a week: forfeit all funds. Full refund or reschedule if owner cancels due to unsafe weather.
Plan for three additional charges: a mandatory boat cleaning fee (varies by boat and gets added at checkout), a $700 captain and crew service fee paid on charter day, and crew gratuity paid on charter day (customarily 15–20% of the charter fee).
Pay the $700 captain and crew service fee directly on the day of your private charter; credit card or cash is accepted.
Bring drinks, ice, food, a swimsuit, non-spray sun lotion, a towel, sunglasses, and light layers for the weather of the day.
Experienced sailors and first-timers alike consistently rave about this Key West charter company, and it's easy to see why. Captains Patrick, Justin, Brian, and Jordy come up repeatedly by name, with guests noting how the crew adapts to each group's energy, whether that means snorkeling at the reef, anchoring at a sandbar, or just soaking up the day on the water. The boats are well-maintained and the booking process is smooth, with Jennifer and the shore team earning particular praise for their communication and flexibility. For those looking to build sailing skills, the ASA certification program is a genuine highlight. Instructors Andrew and Justin are described as knowledgeable and encouraging, with multiple guests completing several certifications over a week-long liveaboard experience aboard boats like the Mali Havana. The Stock Island Marina location adds a nice bonus, with access to Perry Hotel amenities and a free shuttle into town. With a near-perfect rating across a large number of reviews, this operation has clearly built something reliable. Groups celebrating bachelorettes, weddings, and birthdays keep coming back and sending friends, which says a lot about the consistency of the experience.
Just spent an amazing 10 days onboard the Mali Havana learning how to sail through Sail Away's ASA program. Our instructor, Andrew was thoughtful and thorough, and he really helped us understand everything and feel comfortable at the helm with his teaching. Greg took care of our check-in and was friendly and responsive to anything we needed while we were onboard. I can't reccomend Sail Away Key West enough!
Matthew Blind (CoachBlindFlorals)
February 4, 2026
Just spent an amazing 10 days onboard the Mali Havana learning how to sail through Sail Away's ASA program. Our instructor, Andrew was thoughtful and thorough, and he really helped us understand everything and feel comfortable at the helm with his teaching. Greg took care of our check-in and was friendly and responsive to anything we needed while we were onboard. I can't reccomend Sail Away Key West enough!
Matthew Blind (CoachBlindFlorals)
February 4, 2026