4-Hour Key West Reef Snorkel Charter
Private reef time aboard a 30-foot Jeanneau yacht
Duration
4 hrs
Ideal For
Up to 8 people
Includes
Snorkel gear, water, light snacks
Highlights
Set out for a private reef day aboard a 30-foot Jeanneau yacht. Snorkeling is optional, so you can relax onboard whenever you prefer.
- Enjoy a private charter without the crowds of large tour boats
- Use the yacht's private enclosed toilet during your time on the water
- Explore potential reef sites near Western Sambo, Sand Key, Rock Key, and Cottrell Key
- Relax with complimentary pool and fitness center access before and after your charter
Itinerary
Departure – Perry Hotel & Marina Meet your Six Fins captain at Dock A, Slip #32. After a safety briefing and snorkel gear fitting, we cruise offshore toward the Florida Keys Reef Tract — North America’s only living barrier reef.
Scenic Offshore Cruise Relax during the ride as we head to the reef, enjoying open-water views and watching for dolphins, sea birds, and flying fish along the way.
Primary Reef Snorkel Stop Anchor over a carefully selected reef location chosen based on water clarity, wind, and sea conditions. After instruction and assistance, enter the water to explore vibrant coral formations, tropical fish, rays, and other marine life.
Surface Interval & Relaxation Return onboard to hydrate, enjoy light refreshments, and relax between snorkel sessions.
Optional Second Reef Location (Conditions Permitting) Time and conditions permitting, your captain may reposition to a second reef site for a different underwater perspective.
Return Cruise Enjoy a relaxing ride back to the marina with unforgettable memories of your underwater adventure.
What's Included
- Snorkel gear
- Cooler with ice
- Bottled water
- Light snacks
- Adult noodles, floats, and Lily Pad
- Pool and fitness center access before and after the charter
Important details
- Arrive 15 minutes before departure; late arrival may reduce charter time
- For charters of up to 6 passengers, every passenger must complete an insurance waiver before arrival
- Charters with 7 or 8 passengers require a primary renter age 21+ and a bareboat agreement completed with the captain at the dock
- Children under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian
- Open-water snorkeling requires basic swimming ability and comfort with potential currents and waves
- Requires climbing the swim ladder and reboarding independently or with minimal assistance
- Bring a properly fitting U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket for infants and toddlers
- Not recommended for pregnancy or serious heart, respiratory, neck/back, recent surgical, seizure, or significant mobility conditions
- Fuel is not included for charters with more than 6 passengers and costs $35 per hour
- Captain and crew gratuity is not included; the customary minimum is 20% when satisfied
- Routes and reef sites depend on weather, visibility, sea conditions, and captain discretion
- Excessive intoxication or unsafe behavior may result in denied boarding or early termination
- Smoking and vaping are not permitted inside the cabin
Cancellation Policy
Cancel at least 7 calendar days before departure for a full refund. Reservations made within 7 calendar days are non-refundable. Full refund if the operator cancels due to unsafe weather or other operator-initiated circumstances.
FAQs
Bring towels and any meals or beverages you want. You must bring a properly fitting U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)-approved life jacket for infants and toddlers.
Yes. You need basic swimming ability to enter the water, and you should feel comfortable in open-water ocean conditions (including possible currents and waves). If you prefer, you can stay onboard instead of snorkeling.
Yes. Children under 18 must ride with a parent or legal guardian, and the primary booking party must be at least 21 years old.
Meeting details
The Perry Hotel & Marina, Dock A, Slip #32, 7001 Shrimp Rd, Stock Island, FL 33040
Related locations
The Perry Hotel & Marina Key West
Admission includedPerched along the working waterfront of Key West, The Perry Hotel & Marina Key West puts you steps from the salt air and bobbing masts of a genuine working marina. The open-air spaces, sun-bleached wood, and breezy common areas capture the easy rhythm of island life. At The Perry Hotel & Marina Key West, the Gulf light shifts from gold to rose at dusk, and the sound of water lapping against hulls sets the tone for every evening. It is a place where the boundary between land and sea feels pleasantly thin.
