Islamorada Sunset Cruise: Champagne Toast on the Morada Mermaid

Watch the Gulf turn gold while the captain pours champagne

A 90-minute sunset cruise aboard the Morada Mermaid in Islamorada, Florida, where you sit on the water as the sky transforms into shades of orange and pink, with light snacks and a champagne toast included. The captain shares local history and wildlife sightings (dolphins and manatees often appear), and the boat departs only with a minimum of 8 guests confirmed.

Step-by-step itinerary

Sunset cruise with snacks and toast

• Board the Morada Mermaid
• Enjoy 90-minute sunset cruise
• View local wildlife like dolphins
• Savor light snacks and drinks
• Listen to local history from captain
• Celebrate with champagne toast
• Take photos of vibrant sunset

The experience

You've got an evening free in Islamorada, and the sunset here is the kind of thing people plan trips around. The Morada Mermaid leaves the dock as the light starts to soften, and for the next 90 minutes you're on calm water with nothing to arrange: no driving, no parking, no deciding where to go. The boat moves slowly past the islands and open water, and the sky does the work: orange bleeds into pink, then gold, and the whole thing reflects off the Gulf. Your captain knows the place and talks about what you're seeing, the history of the Keys, the way the water works here.

Light snacks come out early, and when the color peaks, someone pours champagne. Dolphins show up often enough that the crew knows to watch for them. Manatees drift through these waters too. The boat stays small and the pace is deliberate. This is not a party cruise, it's a place to sit and watch and take photos without rushing. Families bring kids, couples mark anniversaries, groups of friends end the day this way. By the time you head back to the dock, the sun is down and the water is dark and you've seen something that doesn't photograph the same way twice.

What’s included

• Light snacks and a champagne toast.
• soda and soft drinks.
• 90 minutes on the water with a local captain who shares the history and wildlife of the area.

Before you book

Days and timesTuesday, Thursday, Saturday and SundayDepartures at 16:00 and 17:00

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (4 to 12 years) · Infant (under 4)

GroupUp to 40

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearbyNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by Morada Mermaid Charters

Is this one for you?The cruise runs at a slow, sitting-down pace with no walking or water entry required. It's built for anyone who wants to watch the sunset without effort, whether you're celebrating something or just need to end the day on the water.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 12 years); Infant (under 4).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What's the minimum group size to book the Morada Mermaid?

The cruise requires a minimum of 8 guests to depart, so the boat only goes out when that threshold is met. Check availability when you book to confirm your date has enough reservations.

What kind of wildlife might I see on the sunset cruise?

Dolphins and manatees are common in these waters and often appear during the cruise. The captain watches for them and will point them out, though sightings are never guaranteed.

Is the champagne toast included in the ticket price?

Yes, the champagne toast and light snacks are both included with your ticket. Soda and other non-alcoholic drinks are also available on board.

How do I get to the boat in Islamorada?

Public transportation options are available near the departure point. If you're driving, parking details will be provided when you book.