Key West Wildlife Refuge Eco Charter
Explore protected Lower Keys waters with a captain-led conservation focus
Duration
3 hrs
Ideal For
Up to 8 people
Includes
Fuel, safety gear, pool access
Highlights
Explore federally protected waters around the Lower Keys with a US Coast Guard-licensed captain. Learn how conservation supports the region's fragile marine habitats.
- Travel privately with your group and a US Coast Guard-licensed captain
- Discover the Great White Heron and Key West National Wildlife Refuges
- Learn how conservation protects coastal ecosystems
- Enjoy pool and fitness center access at The Perry Hotel & Marina before or after your tour
Itinerary
Departure – Perry Hotel & Marina Meet at Dock A, Slip #32. After a safety briefing, we cruise toward protected backcountry waters.
Mangrove Exploration Navigate through calm mangrove-lined channels and shallow flats. Learn about their critical role as nurseries for marine life and protection against coastal erosion.
Wildlife Observation Slow cruising through National Wildlife Refuge waters for dolphin sightings, sea turtles, rays, shorebirds, osprey, and pelicans.
Shallow Water Stop (Conditions Permitting) Optional stop in a quiet cove or sandbar area to explore shallow waters and observe marine life up close.
Return Cruise Relax on the scenic ride back to the marina.
What's Included
- Fuel for groups of up to six passengers
- Safety gear
- Pool and fitness center access at The Perry Hotel & Marina
Important details
- Arrive 15 minutes before departure
- Complete the required insurance waiver before arrival
- Primary booking party must be age 21 or older
- Children under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian
- Requires independent vessel boarding or boarding with minimal assistance
- For 7–8 passengers, a designated renter age 21+ must complete a Bareboat Agreement with the captain before departure
- Fuel is not included for groups over six passengers and costs $35 per hour
- Expect route changes when weather, tides, safety, or environmental conditions require them
- Avoid excessive intoxication, which may result in denied boarding or an early tour end
- Do not smoke or vape inside the cabin or bring open flames onboard
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation more than 7 calendar days before departure. Reservations made within 7 calendar days of departure are non-refundable. Full refund if the operator cancels due to unsafe weather or other operator-initiated circumstances.
FAQs
Arrive 15 minutes before departure.
Yes. Complete the required waiver forms before you arrive. If you have 7–8 passengers, the primary renter (age 21+) and the captain must complete the Bareboat Agreement together at the dock before departure.
No. Wildlife sightings are common, but they cannot be guaranteed.
Meeting details
The Perry Hotel & Marina, Dock A, Slip #32, 7001 Shrimp Rd, Stock Island, FL 33040
