Key West Private Boat Charter: Luxury Vessel for Up to 13 Guests

Your boat, your itinerary, your captain steering the whole day

A private luxury boat charter in Key West accommodates up to 13 guests aboard a fully equipped vessel with air conditioning, bathroom and sunbeds. You choose the duration (2 to 8 hours) and the activities: snorkeling at the Vandenberg Wreck, dolphin watching, exploring sandbars, or island-hopping through the Keys. An expert captain steers, and snorkeling equipment is included.

The experience

The boat is built for versatility. An enclosed cabin with air conditioning lets you escape the heat or weather; the front cabin works for kids or a quiet break; the expansive sunbeds are there if you want to stay in the sun. The front exterior seating area has a table for eating, talking or just watching the water. A hotel-style bathroom is on board, along with a refrigerator, cooler and Bluetooth sound system. Life jackets for children and infants are provided, and specialized infant seats are available if you're traveling with very young kids.

What you do depends on what you want. Snorkel at named reefs like the Vandenberg Wreck, watch for dolphins, anchor at a sandbar, explore the mangroves, or plan a sunset cruise. The captain knows the water and can adjust the route based on conditions and what your group is after. This is not a fixed itinerary. It's built around your preferences. You pick the duration at checkout: 2, 3, 4, 6 or 8 hours. Fuel costs vary depending on where you go. The operator notes that fuel typically runs $100 to $650 depending on usage and distance.

The captain speaks English and Spanish. The boat holds up to 13 people comfortably, so families, friend groups and small celebrations all fit in one booking. Snorkeling equipment is included. Bring sunscreen, a towel and whatever else you'd pack for a day on the water.

What’s included

• Enclosed cabin to escape sun and weather.
• private boat rental for your chosen duration with expert captain.
• on-board restroom.
• snorkeling equipment.
• cooler with ice.
• refrigerator.
• air conditioning.
• Bluetooth sound system with AUX audio.
• children's and infant life jackets.
• specialized infant seats.
• deck shower.
• sunbeds and front exterior seating area with table.

Options for this experience

6 options

Two-hour charter with captainGuide in English or Spanish · 25 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 19:00Duration: 2 hours. Private boat charter with a captain. Fuel is an additional cost, usually between $1 and $500, but most trips come in under $250.

Three-hour charter with captainGuide in English or Spanish · 23 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 18:00Duration: 3 hours. Private boat charter with a captain. Fuel is an additional cost, usually between $1 and $500, but most trips come in under $250.

Four-hour charter with captainGuide in English or Spanish · 21 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 17:00Duration: 4 hours. Private boat charter with a captain. Fuel is an additional cost, usually between $1 and $500, but most trips come in under $250.

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Six-hour charter with captainGuide in English or Spanish · 15 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 15:00Duration: 6 hours. Private boat charter with a captain. Fuel is an additional cost, usually between $1 and $500, but most trips come in under $300.

Eight-hour charter with captainGuide in English or Spanish · 13 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 13:00Duration: 8 hours. Private boat charter with a captain. Fuel is an additional cost, usually between $1 and $500, but most trips cost around $300.

Dry Tortugas National ParkGuide in English or Spanish · 07:00Duration: 8 hours. A private boat charter to the Dry Tortugas. Pricing includes the boat and captain. Fuel is an additional cost and usually runs $700 to $900.

You pick the guide language when booking.

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Before you book

Days and timesEvery day25 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 19:00

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

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$ 650

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Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by SeaEO Nautical Ventures

Is this one for you?Pick the 2-hour option to stay near Key West, or go 6–8 hours to reach outer reefs and sandbars. Fuel scales with distance, and the captain speaks English and Spanish.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

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 difference between the 2-hour, 3-hour and longer charter options?

The duration you pick at checkout determines how long you have the boat and captain. A 2-hour charter works for a quick cruise or a taste of the water. 3, 4, 6 or 8 hours gives you time to reach snorkeling spots, explore multiple sandbars or take a full-day adventure. Fuel costs increase with longer trips and greater distance.

Can we snorkel on this charter, and is the gear included?

Yes. Snorkeling equipment is included with every charter. The captain can take you to reefs and wreck sites like the Vandenberg Wreck, or to other spots depending on conditions and what your group wants to do.

What happens if the weather turns bad while we're out?

The boat has an enclosed cabin with air conditioning, so you can move inside to escape rain or rough conditions. The captain monitors weather and can adjust the route or return to port if conditions warrant it.

Is this boat suitable for very young children?

Yes. Children's and infant life jackets are provided, and specialized infant seats are available. There's a stateroom where infants and small children can rest or nap, and the boat's bathroom and refrigerator make it practical for families with young kids.

How many people can fit on the boat?

The boat accommodates up to 13 guests, so a large family or friend group books one charter instead of splitting across multiple boats.

Do I need any experience to go snorkeling on this charter?

No. The captain can take you to shallow, calm snorkeling spots suitable for beginners. If anyone in your group is nervous, the captain can suggest gentler locations or stick to other activities like dolphin watching or exploring sandbars.