Seeking the ultimate Key West getaway? The 4-Hour Private Boat Adventure might be just the ticket. This customizable excursion for up to 8 guests comes with snorkel gear, a floating party dock, and a cooler – everything you need for a fun day on the water. With experienced licensed captains to guide you, you’ll explore the beautiful Keys while learning about the local sights and scenery. But the best part? The freedom to craft your ideal island escape.
Key Points
- Customizable 4-hour private boat adventure in Key West, suitable for up to 8 people with snorkeling equipment, floating party dock, and cooler with ice.
- Well-equipped vessel with experienced captains like Devante and JC, who provide local knowledge and ensure a safe, comfortable experience.
- Flexible pricing at $450 per group, with an optional $9.99 fee for renting without a captain.
- Not wheelchair accessible, but service animals are allowed, and infants must sit on laps.
- Requires previous boating experience for renters without a captain and ability to understand and speak English.
Overview of the 4-Hour Private Key West Boat Adventure
The 4-Hour Private Key West Boat Adventure offers guests an intimate and customizable excursion on the waters surrounding Key West.
This private tour is limited to up to 8 people, ensuring a personalized experience. Guests can choose from a selection of licensed captains and enjoy the use of snorkeling equipment, a floating party dock, and a cooler with ice.
The activity concludes back at the meeting point, providing a convenient start and end to the adventure.
With free cancellation up to 24 hours prior, this boat tour offers flexibility for travelers.
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The Boat and Amenities
This private boat adventure provides guests with a well-equipped vessel to explore the scenic waters around Key West.
The boat offers use of snorkeling gear, a floating party dock, and a cooler stocked with ice – perfect for enjoying refreshments during the excursion.
The boat is equipped with snorkeling gear, a floating party dock, and a cooler stocked with ice for refreshments during the excursion.
With a capacity for up to 8 passengers, the boat offers an intimate and personalized experience.
Guests have the choice of an experienced captain to navigate the waters, ensuring a safe and enjoyable journey.
The boat’s amenities cater to both active and relaxing activities, making this a versatile adventure for all types of travelers.
Choice of Licensed Captains
Since guests have the flexibility to choose from a selection of licensed captains, they can tailor the excursion to their preferences.
Captains Devante and JC, with their extensive local knowledge and personable attitudes, receive high praise from past travelers.
Guests can expect:
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A smooth, safe ride led by captains who prioritize passenger comfort and enjoyment.
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Insightful commentary about Key West’s history, wildlife, and must-see sights.
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Assistance with setting up the snorkeling gear and accessing the private floating party dock.
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Friendly hospitality that makes the adventure feel like a day out with friends.
The choice of captain is an important part of creating a memorable Key West boat experience.
Private and Personalized Tour Experience
As a private excursion, guests can expect a truly personalized experience on the Key West Boat Adventure.
With only your group aboard, you’ll enjoy undivided attention from the licensed captain. Whether you choose Devante or JC, they’ll tailor the tour to your interests, whether that’s snorkeling, relaxing on the floating party dock, or simply cruising the scenic waterways.
Since it’s a private tour, you won’t have to share the boat or captain with anyone else. With a maximum of 8 guests, you’ll have an intimate, exclusive experience on the waters of Key West.
Pricing and Fees Breakdown
The total cost for the Key West Boat Adventure is $450.00 per group, which covers up to 8 guests.
Within this fee, there’s a $250 captain fee that must be paid directly to the captain on-site in cash or through CashApp.
If renting without a captain, there’s an additional $9.99 fee for a temporary boater safety course required for drivers born after 1987.
The Key West Boat & Jet Ski Adventures kiosk is the meeting point, where you’ll check-in and board the boat.
The activity ends back at the same location.
Here’s a breakdown of the costs:
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$450.00 total group fee
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$250.00 captain fee (paid onsite)
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$9.99 temporary boater safety course (if renting without captain)
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience
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Meeting Point and Pickup Details
Guests will meet at the Key West Boat & Jet Ski Adventures kiosk, located at 5016 5th Ave, Key West, FL 33040.
After checking in at the blue kiosk, the group will board the boat and embark on their 4-hour private adventure.
At the end of the tour, the boat will return to the same meeting point.
Guests won’t need to worry about transportation, as the experience is self-contained and begins and ends at the designated meeting location.
With a convenient pickup and drop-off, guests can focus on enjoying their time out on the water.
Requirements and Restrictions
Although the Key West Boat Adventure is open to most travelers, there are a few requirements and restrictions to be aware of.
The tour isn’t wheelchair accessible, but service animals are allowed. Infants must sit on laps, and previous boating experience is required if renting without a captain (age 24+). Participants must also understand and speak English.
The key requirements for this adventure are:
No wheelchair accessibility, service animals permitted, infants must sit on laps, boating experience required if renting without captain (age 24+).
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No wheelchair accessibility
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Service animals permitted
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Infants must sit on laps
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Boating experience required if renting without captain (age 24+)
Guest Reviews and Ratings
According to reviews, guests have consistently praised the Key West Boat Adventure, awarding it a perfect 5.0 rating across 4 reviews on Viator and TripAdvisor.
Travelers highlight the hospitable captains, Devante and JC, for their friendly service and ability to ensure a fun experience. Reviewers emphasize the excitement of snorkeling, floating on the party dock, and exploring the scenic waterways.
One guest described the tour as "an absolute blast" and another said it was the "highlight of our trip."
The Sum Up
The 4-Hour Private Key West Boat Adventure offers a customizable and intimate excursion for up to 8 guests. With snorkeling gear, a floating party dock, and a cooled cooler, it’s the ultimate way to experience the beautiful Key West waters. Guests can choose from experienced licensed captains and enjoy a private, personalized tour at a reasonable price.
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