Key West 2-Hour Jet Ski Island Tour: 28-Mile Full Lap

Two-hour water tour with changing routes for a unique experience each time

A two-hour guided jet ski tour around Key West on a Yamaha WaveRunner VX, covering a full 28-mile island lap with an experienced local guide who adjusts the route based on weather, tides, and marine traffic. The tour includes fuel, neoprene shorts, and safety equipment. Riders follow the guide through backcountry channels, open water, and coastal stretches, with stops at the Southernmost Point, wildlife areas within the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, and sandbars when conditions allow. First-time and experienced riders are welcome, and you can book a shared tour or a private group of up to six jet skis.

The experience

Twenty-eight miles means roughly 30 minutes more riding time than a typical 90-minute tour, so the route has room for several stops instead of a straight run. After a safety orientation and riding instructions at The Perry Hotel & Marina, you follow an experienced local guide aboard your own Yamaha WaveRunner VX. The guide chooses the safest route for the day (reading tides, weather, marine traffic, and what the water allows), while sharing local history and information about the island as you move through it.

Depending on conditions, the lap takes you past the Southernmost Point from the water, along the Atlantic coastline, through wildlife areas within the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, and to shallow-water or sandbar stops where you can slow down and look around. Fuel and all required safety equipment are included, along with neoprene shorts. Bring your own towel and sunscreen. The tour departs from The Perry Hotel & Marina, where Six Fins guests receive complimentary pool and gym access through a Free Perry Hotel Day Pass (a $35 value, subject to hotel rules and availability).

You book as a driver, one person per booking, and passengers ride free. Shared tours run with up to six jet skis, or you can book a private group. First-time riders and experienced ones both go out on the same tours. The guide manages the pace and the route so everyone stays safe and together.

What’s included

• An experienced local guide leading the route.
• fuel for your jet ski.
• neoprene shorts.
• all required safety equipment.
• stops at wildlife areas within the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary and scenic coastal stretches when conditions allow.
• a safety orientation and riding instructions before departure.

Options for this experience

6 options

1 Jet SkiUp to 1 people · Guide in English · 09:00, 12:00, 14:30 and 17:00Complete tour of Key West

2 Jet SkisUp to 1 people · Guide in English · 09:00, 12:00, 14:30 and 17:00

3 Jet SkisUp to 1 people · Guide in English · 09:00, 12:00, 14:30 and 17:00Sandbar, lasting 2 hours

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4 Jet SkisUp to 4 people · Guide in English · 09:00, 12:00, 14:30 and 17:00Full Key West tour, lasting 2 hours

5 Jet SkisUp to 5 people · Guide in English · 09:00, 12:00, 14:30 and 17:00Lasts 2 hours

6 Jet SkisUp to 6 people · Guide in English · 09:00, 12:00, 14:30 and 17:00Yamaha WaveRunner VX, lasting 2 hours

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Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 09:00, 12:00, 14:30 and 17:00

Book up to1h before

GroupUp to 12 · max 6 per booking

Live guideEnglish

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. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Paid on siteUS$ 20

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Good to know

Moderate physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Six Fins Charter

Is this one for you?Book a shared tour if you want to ride with other groups and keep the cost down, or choose a private group of up to six jet skis if you prefer to stay with people you know. The full two-hour lap gives you roughly 30 minutes more riding time than shorter tours, so pick this one if you want a complete island circuit instead of a partial route.

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Top questions

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.

Can I take passengers with me on the jet ski?

Yes, passengers ride free on your jet ski. You book as the driver, one person per booking, and anyone else in your party rides along with you.

What happens if the weather is bad on the day of my tour?

The guide adjusts the route based on weather, tides, marine traffic, and safety conditions each day. If conditions are unsafe, the operator will work with you on rescheduling or a refund. Contact them directly for their specific weather policy.

Is this tour suitable for someone who has never ridden a jet ski before?

Yes, first-time riders are welcome. The tour includes a safety orientation and riding instructions before you head out, and the guide manages the pace and route so all skill levels stay together safely.

What's included in the price, and what do I need to bring?

The tour includes the guide, fuel, neoprene shorts, and all required safety equipment. Bring your own towel and sunscreen. Public transportation options are available near The Perry Hotel & Marina where the tour departs.

How many people can book a private tour?

Private tours are limited to a maximum of six jet skis, so up to six drivers can book together. Passengers ride free with each driver.

What is the Southernmost Point, and will I see it on the tour?

The Southernmost Point is the southernmost point in the continental United States, located in Key West. Depending on weather and conditions, the tour may pass by it from the water as part of the 28-mile island lap.