Build your own 3–3.5 hour private boat charter with snorkeling gear, snacks, and drinks
3 - 3.5 Hours
Up to 6 people
Snorkel gear, drinks, snacks
Step aboard the Vitamin Sea Private Charter for a flexible, private day on the water in Key West. You’ll have up to 3.5 hours to snorkel, visit sandbars, or relax with your group.
Captain’s gratuity is not included. Intoxicated guests are not permitted on board and may be denied boarding without a refund.
Cancel at least 48 hours before departure to avoid being charged the full amount. If the captain cancels the trip for any reason, you receive a full refund. Reservations made less than 48 hours before departure are non-refundable. Rebook 24–48 hours prior for a $180 fee; rebooked tours cannot be canceled.
Arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled departure time for check-in.
Meet the captain at The Perry Hotel. Morning trips meet in the hotel lobby; afternoon and sunset trips meet at the Salty Oyster Pool Bar.
Bring a swimsuit, towels, sunscreen, and a camera. You can also bring your own beverages if you like (no glass containers).
**Perry Hotel, The Salty Oyster Pool Bar** 7001 Shrimp Rd, Key West FL 33040
Captains Tim, Melanie, and Madison come up repeatedly in reviews, and the praise for all three is consistent: knowledgeable, patient with kids, and genuinely good at spotting wildlife. Most groups encounter dolphins multiple times during their tour, often closer than expected, along with nurse sharks, sea turtles, and solid snorkeling stops. The sandbar visit is a recurring highlight that seems to catch people off guard in the best way. Small group sizes keep things personal, and the crew clearly adapts to whoever is on board, whether that means slowing things down for young children or sharing local history and restaurant tips. Private charters can apparently be arranged on short notice, which is useful if you're planning last minute. There is one dissatisfied review citing a disappointing snorkeling experience and an early end to the tour, so it's worth setting realistic expectations, as conditions on the water can vary day to day. That said, the overwhelmingly positive pattern here is hard to ignore, and repeat bookings show up more than once in the reviews, which tends to be the most honest endorsement of all.
Amazing tour! Madison was awesome!! She’s a fabulous tour guide! We had the best time!
Chelsea Mortell
April 8, 2026
Amazing tour! Madison was awesome!! She’s a fabulous tour guide! We had the best time!
Chelsea Mortell
April 8, 2026