Florida Keys Yacht Charters

Itinerary

Florida Keys Yacht Charters

A Classic Florida Experience: The Florida Keys

Florida Keys yacht charters are one of the most popular yachting vacations in the continental U.S. Florida Keys are composed of more than 40 islands south of Miami and offer the best diving and snorkeling in the U.S. The 110 miles of the Florida Keys chain are also the home to North America’s only living coral barrier reef.

Just off the southern tip of mainland Florida are the Florida Keys, a tropical island chain stretching 120 miles from the Atlantic Ocean to the Gulf of Mexico. The islands — each with its distinct personality — are a playground for all ages, whether snorkeling with schools of colorful fish, diving to explore a famous shipwreck, fishing for the perfect marlin, or simply enjoying an umbrella drink while watching a gorgeous sunset.

From laid-back escapes to daily adventures, the best way to experience all the Florida Keys offer is with a custom yacht charter vacation.

Florida Keys Yacht Charter Highlights

Best Time to Charter a Yacht in the Florida Keys

The Florida Keys are the ideal year-round yacht charter destination. Average highs range from 75F/24C in January to 89F/32C in August. Winter months are the driest, and the Keys don’t experience the cold fronts that can bring frost to the mainland. When temperatures peak, the ocean breezes will cool you down. Thundershowers and rain can pop up from late May through October, but wet weather rarely lasts the entire day. Best of all, the waters are warm and calm throughout most of the year.

Florida Keys Yacht Charters – Top 3 Places to Visit

Key Largo

Key Largo is the first and northernmost of the Florida Keys, a natural paradise on land and under the sea. Referred to as the Diving Capital of the World, it is home to the John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park and the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, which includes the world’s largest artificial reef, the 510-foot USS Spiegel Grove shipwreck.

Key Largo is also a sportfishing destination, with over 600 fish species in the surrounding waters, including the famous yellowtail snapper. For a truly memorable experience, check out one of the island’s dolphin encounter programs, where you can learn more about the mammals or even swim alongside them.

Islamorada

Located just 90 minutes south of Miami, between Everglades National Park and the Florida Strait, Islamorada is a village made up of six islands. It is known as the Sportfishing Capital of the World. Anglers can fly fish in the shallow backcountry waters for bonefish, redfish, and tarpon in the morning, then head offshore and try to snag a sailfish that same day.

Divers will love exploring the area reefs and visiting the History of Diving Museum, which includes intriguing finds, like a 16th-century treasure chest. Take a step back to Florida in the early 1800s at Indian Key Historic State Park and Lignumvitae Key Botanical State Park, or hike the tropical nature trails at Long Key State Park.

Key West

The southernmost key in the chain and the southernmost point in the United States, Key West, is closer to Cuba than Miami. Spanning just two by four miles and with a population of around 27,000 full-time residents, its Bahamian and Cuban heritage is all over the island.

Famed for its natural beauty, history, climate, art, architecture, and abundance of activities for all ages, Key West is an excellent option for family or couples charters. Visit the Ernest Hemingway Museum and discover why Key West captivated the acclaimed author. Snorkel or dive into the area’s reefs and shipwrecks.

Florida Keys Week-Long Yacht Charter Itinerary

DAY 1

Day 1: Biscayne Bay & South Beach

When you arrive in the Sunshine State, you’ll be greeted by your South Florida yacht charter crew, who will assist you with your luggage and help you board your luxury yacht. You’ll get your sea legs on a cruise in Biscayne Bay and along the Intracoastal Waterway, where the beautiful homes of the rich and famous can be seen on Fisher Island, Palm Island, Star Island, and Hibiscus Island. We’ll return to dock at South Beach, where you’ll experience the best Miami nightlife. Enjoy a drink and the ocean breeze at a beach party, or head indoors to one of the finest nightclubs in the country for a wild night of dancing.

DAY 2

Day 2: Head to the Florida Keys

While you recover from your night of partying in Miami, you can sip on fresh-brewed coffee as we head south towards the Florida Keys. Along the way, you can enjoy a variety of water sports, from diving to wakeboarding, waterskiing, etc.

DAY 3

Day 3: Key Largo

Today, you’ll undoubtedly want to go snorkeling or diving in this self-proclaimed Dive Capital of the World. On land, there is much to explore and plenty of activities to participate in, including dining, shopping, golfing, and much more! Key Largo is a wildlife haven with two state parks, a national park, and a national marine sanctuary. The John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park is America’s first underwater park and offers a fantastic array of fishes and colorful coral. As the sun sets, you can tender out to Indian Key, where you can watch the colors fade from the sky on this natural key.

DAY 4

Day 4: Key West

In the early morning, we’ll cruise to Key West, where you’ll have the opportunity to view the unique island culture that is world-famous. As the southernmost point in the continental U.S., Key West touts clear blue skies and beautiful weather. During the day, enjoy watersports, fishing, diving, golfing, or shopping because you’ll be ready to begin your Key West experience once the sun sets. Head to Mallory Dock for the Sunset Celebrations, which is an impromptu occurrence every day of the week. You’ll see musicians, jugglers, and mimes as you walk to one of the sidewalk cafes, open-air bars, or elegant restaurants. This is what Key West is all about.

Yacht charters to Key West are like nothing else. This island breaks all stereotypes and all the rules to become a destination that is uniquely Key West.

Many people recognize Key West as a party town. This may be because more bars per capita are here than anywhere else in the country. The local bars know how to treat their patrons. The Schooner Warf Bar, for instance, meets the needs of its clients’ wild side by starting happy hour at 9:00 a.m. However, one thing that people don’t realize about the island is that it also has more churches than anywhere else in the United States.

Key West yacht charters are popular because of the Caribbean-style atmosphere, the beautiful sandy beaches, and the stunning coral reef. The 160-mile-long reef is the third-largest in the world and the only one in the United States. Key West beaches are unlike any others in the Florida Keys because the sand was shipped from the Caribbean on barges.

DAY 5

Day 5: Marqueses Keys

We’ll head west to the Marquesas Keys, a group of uninhabited islands surrounded by mangroves. Take out the kayak and explore the environment up close. Enjoy an afternoon of water sports and sunbathing before relaxing on the deck of your yacht with a cocktail in hand to watch one of the most beautiful sunsets in the world.

DAY 6

Day 6: Little Torch Key

As we return, you’ll enjoy a fabulous gourmet breakfast al fresco, so you don’t miss a second of the stunning scenery. We’ll also stop at any minor Keys we may have missed along the way, such as Little Torch Key, for dinner at the exclusive Little Palm Island Resort and Spa.

DAY 7

Day 7: Miami

Today will be your last day on your private yacht charter. Your chef will serve a delicious brunch before you pack your things in preparation for reaching Miami. We look forward to seeing you again as you return to the beautiful Florida Keys!
Day 1: Biscayne Bay & South Beach

When you arrive in the Sunshine State, you’ll be greeted by your South Florida yacht charter crew, who will assist you with your luggage and help you board your luxury yacht. You’ll get your sea legs on a cruise in Biscayne Bay and along the Intracoastal Waterway, where the beautiful homes of the rich and famous can be seen on Fisher Island, Palm Island, Star Island, and Hibiscus Island. We’ll return to dock at South Beach, where you’ll experience the best Miami nightlife. Enjoy a drink and the ocean breeze at a beach party, or head indoors to one of the finest nightclubs in the country for a wild night of dancing.

Day 2: Head to the Florida Keys

While you recover from your night of partying in Miami, you can sip on fresh-brewed coffee as we head south towards the Florida Keys. Along the way, you can enjoy a variety of water sports, from diving to wakeboarding, waterskiing, etc.

Day 3: Key Largo
Today, you’ll undoubtedly want to go snorkeling or diving in this self-proclaimed Dive Capital of the World. On land, there is much to explore and plenty of activities to participate in, including dining, shopping, golfing, and much more! Key Largo is a wildlife haven with two state parks, a national park, and a national marine sanctuary. The John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park is America’s first underwater park and offers a fantastic array of fishes and colorful coral. As the sun sets, you can tender out to Indian Key, where you can watch the colors fade from the sky on this natural key.
Day 4: Key West

In the early morning, we’ll cruise to Key West, where you’ll have the opportunity to view the unique island culture that is world-famous. As the southernmost point in the continental U.S., Key West touts clear blue skies and beautiful weather. During the day, enjoy watersports, fishing, diving, golfing, or shopping because you’ll be ready to begin your Key West experience once the sun sets. Head to Mallory Dock for the Sunset Celebrations, which is an impromptu occurrence every day of the week. You’ll see musicians, jugglers, and mimes as you walk to one of the sidewalk cafes, open-air bars, or elegant restaurants. This is what Key West is all about.

Yacht charters to Key West are like nothing else. This island breaks all stereotypes and all the rules to become a destination that is uniquely Key West.

Many people recognize Key West as a party town. This may be because more bars per capita are here than anywhere else in the country. The local bars know how to treat their patrons. The Schooner Warf Bar, for instance, meets the needs of its clients’ wild side by starting happy hour at 9:00 a.m. However, one thing that people don’t realize about the island is that it also has more churches than anywhere else in the United States.

Key West yacht charters are popular because of the Caribbean-style atmosphere, the beautiful sandy beaches, and the stunning coral reef. The 160-mile-long reef is the third-largest in the world and the only one in the United States. Key West beaches are unlike any others in the Florida Keys because the sand was shipped from the Caribbean on barges.

Day 5: Marqueses Keys
We’ll head west to the Marquesas Keys, a group of uninhabited islands surrounded by mangroves. Take out the kayak and explore the environment up close. Enjoy an afternoon of water sports and sunbathing before relaxing on the deck of your yacht with a cocktail in hand to watch one of the most beautiful sunsets in the world.
Day 6: Little Torch Key

As we return, you’ll enjoy a fabulous gourmet breakfast al fresco, so you don’t miss a second of the stunning scenery. We’ll also stop at any minor Keys we may have missed along the way, such as Little Torch Key, for dinner at the exclusive Little Palm Island Resort and Spa.

Day 7: Miami

Today will be your last day on your private yacht charter. Your chef will serve a delicious brunch before you pack your things in preparation for reaching Miami. We look forward to seeing you again as you return to the beautiful Florida Keys!

Florida Keys Yacht Charters – What to See & Do

Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary – From south of Miami westward to the Dry Tortugas, The Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary is the world’s third-largest barrier reef and the only one in North America. Home to over 6000 species of marine life, it’s a popular destination for swimming, fishing, boating, ecotourism and more. It is also one of the most popular spots for diving, especially the Shipwreck Trail and the world’s largest artificial reef, the USS Spiegel Grove, a 510-foot retired Navy ship that was intentionally scuttled in 2002.

John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park – Located in Key Largo, this is the first undersea park in the United States. Explore the reef on a snorkeling, scuba diving, or glass-bottom boat tour. Rent a kayak, paddleboard, or canoe and navigate the mangrove trails. Or spend a day at Cannon Beach, where you can swim to the remnants of an early Spanish shipwreck 100 feet from shore.

History of Diving Museum – This museum in Islamorada is known for its dedication to preserving, collecting, and displaying artifacts related to the history of diving worldwide and the role that the Florida Keys have played in this history. Exhibits include:

  • The Treasure Room has a 16th-century iron treasure chest and a 70-pound silver bar.
  • A display breaking down the evolution of underwater photography.
  • The collection of atmospheric diving suits.

The Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum – Located in the heart of Old Town Key West, Nobel Prize-winning author Ernest Hemingway lived and wrote here for over ten years. Step back in time by taking a guided tour of the house and gardens, and be sure to look out for the world-famous six-toed cats that live on the property.

Key West Aquarium – Situated in Key West’s Mallory Square, the aquarium is a popular attraction for the entire family. Stroll through the shark, jellyfish, and alligator exhibits, learn about sea turtle conservation, or watch one of the animal feedings throughout the day.

How much does it cost to charter a yacht in the Florida Keys?

Yacht charter rates in the Florida Keys range from approximately $20,000 to $170,000 US, depending on the size of the boat, the year it was built, the number of cabins, amenities, selection of water toys, and season. Contact Worldwide Boat, and one of our yacht charter specialists will help you select the yacht that best fits your needs and budget.!