Let's go Sailing!’ Experience South Florida aboard one of Destino Charters Beneteau stylish vessels in the company of experienced, but mostly fun, well traveled, passionate captains. A Private Sailing tour aboard Destino Charters vessels from Miami to Key West is a unique experience. Sailing is a magical way to travel. It is quiet, calm, introspective and fun. Marine life abounds along the way, and it is not unusual to spot dolphins, rays, turtles and other sea life. We know the area well and will take you off the beaten path for an experience of a lifetime! You will not only snorkel on the best reef spots in Florida. We will also take you paddle boarding to explore further and to get up close with nature. And we will also point you or come along dive bar hopping, to enjoy the vibe that is so particular to the Florida Keys.

Snorkeling adventure along the Olowalu shoreline on the west side of Maui
Picturesque views of Olowalu and Ukumehame Valley

Glimpse the underwater world of the coral reef

Close encounter with marine life, including sea turtles and tropical fish
Professional certified guide
Snacks and refreshments

What To Expect

Day 1 – Miami to Key Largo

Biscayne National Park
We will depart by 9AM, heading south on the bay.
3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Elliott Key
We will stop for lunch along the way around 1300, probably by Elliot Key. After taking some time to relax and maybe a swim, snorkel or just take a nap on our ‘big crib’, we will resume our expedition, aiming to reach Pumpkin Key by 1800.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Key Largo
We will find an anchorage and spend our first night, dining and resting for what is to come.
12 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Day 2 – Key Largo to Tavernier

Key Largo
After a nice breakfast with freshly baked bread, scrambled eggs with chorizo and brewed coffee, we will leave the bay to head to some wonderful coral reefs.
3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Carysfort Reef Lighthouse reef
We will arrive by noon, for perfect light and to avoid crowds. This reef is the Captain’s favorite and it is not unusual to spot parrotfish, barracudas, stingrays, sharks and turtles.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Christ of the Deep
This is another amazing snorkeling spot and a landmark in the area.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Tavernier
We could paddleboard at some point along the way, or just relax, sunbathing on deck. Lunch will be served. In the late afternoon, we would head down to spend the night at anchor by Tavernier.
3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Tavernier
We will spend the night at an anchorage, where we will have dinner.
12 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Day 3 – Tavernier to Marathon

Tavernier
Day 3 has lots of fun in store. We will start the day with some reconnaissance paddle board ride around the area where we spent the night at anchor, then begin our sail from Tavernier to Marathon.
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Conch Key
We will stop to snorkel at Conch Reef early morning
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Alligator Reef Light House
Snorkel at Alligator Reef early afternoon.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Marathon
We should arrive at the marina around 1800 (6PM) for a nice hot shower and get ready to hit some cool dive bars.
12 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Day 4 – Marathon to Bahia Honda

Marathon
Some paddleboarding around the marina is in order to start our 4th day of sailing adventure.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Marathon
Breakfast will be ready upon our crew’s return to ship. We will weigh anchor and get underway.
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Coffins Patch
We will be back underwater to explore another wonderful South Florida Reef, have some lunch, sail and snorkel some more to then reach our destination for the night, Bahia Honda State Park.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Sombrero Reef
More snorkeling if we feel like it!
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Bahia Honda State Park
We should arrive early enough to take a walk around the park and it’s beautiful views from the old bridge. Sunsets are spectacular! We will then enjoy a nice shower before dinner.
12 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Day 5 – Bahía Honda to Key West

Bahia Honda State Park
We will start the day with a paddleboard around, maybe take another shower before we start our sail into Key West.
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Looe Key (Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary)
Yes, more snorkeling!
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Key West
We will stop at a shipwreck and two reefs along the way if the force is still with us. The Captain will most likely insist as the beauty of the reefs along the way is worth the extra effort. We would time our arrival to catch the splendid Key West sunset. This is our last night together so we will make it count, heading to some cool dive bars and a restaurant!
12 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Highlight

Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 1 day of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Not wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Include

Safety equipment approved by the US Coast Guard
Sailing Aboard our Stylish 40′ Beneteau
Stand Up Paddle Boards
Use of Snorkeling equipment
US COAST GUARD CERTIFIED CAPTAIN and First Mate
Marina fees

Exclude

Gratuity (15%-20%) is not included but highly appreciated