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Dry Tortugas National Park
Dry Tortugas Trips to the National Park and Ft Jefferson are roughly 70 miles West of Key West. The national park spans one hundred square miles and includes both open water and seven small islands. What makes this place so magical is that it can only be reached by boat or seaplane. Thusly, it is almost untouched and is home to picturesque views, coral reefs, rare birds, history and unique marine life. A must – thing to do – when visiting Key West.
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About The Dry Tortugas
Discovered by Ponce de Leon in the early 1500’s, he aptly named the islands for their abundance of sea turtles and for the fact that they were “dry” in that they had no fresh water.
The largest island of the Dry Tortugas is called Garden Key, and it houses Fort Jefferson, a Civil War era fort built between 1845 and 1876. It is the largest brick edifice in this hemisphere and it is not even complete! While there are many distinguishing features that architects would enjoy, history buffs can also appreciate the history of the island and the fort.
The other keys, or islands, that make up the Dry Tortugas include: Loggerhead Key, Bush Key, Long Key, East Key, Hospital Key, and Middle Key. The Dry Tortugas are open year round, although certain parts of the park are closed at times for safety or ecological reasons.
A visit to the Dry Tortugas National Park is in the top three of things to do in Key West. A limited number of persons are allows to visit daily. Ferry, sea plane or private charter are the only ways to get there. Tickets sell out fast, so plan ahead. I can help you for no additional charges.
Three Ways To Visit The Dry Tortugas
Dry Tortugas Ferry
The only 100 Passenger fast catamaran full day trip to the Dry Tortugas. The most popular way to visit.
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Private Charter
6 Passenger fast boat 36 ft Center consoles make your own agenda. Snorkeling and fishing possible. Over 6 persons call me, I can help.
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Dry Tortugas Sea Planes
4 and 6 hour trips on 10 passenger seaplanes. Sight seeing to the max. A very special trip. Expensive but worth it.
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I will go over all the options, what to bring, if they are offering any discounts, what is provided and the total costs about each one of these options.
Dry Tortugas Ferry
This is by far the most affordable way to get out to the Dry Tortugas weather permitting. Trips depart daily at 8:00AM and return to Key West by around 5:00 PM. It takes approximately two hours to travel the 70 miles to the Dry Tortugas. But, on the way you will enjoy plenty of beautiful scenery while partaking in a complimentary continental breakfast aboard this comfortable boat. Once you arrive at the island, you are free to spend your time as you wish. There is a guided tour of the fort available or self guide. A picnic lunch is provided on the island. Snorkeling off the island or walk some of the trails.
Private Charter
The fastest full day adventure to the Dry Tortugas. 6 passengers or less on board a go-fast triple engine center console. Tour Fort Jefferson, Snorkel some of the less traveled reefs with all gear included. Fishing the Dry Tortugas can also be done with exclusive National Park permits. Your time – your schedule. See the most that the National Park has on a private charter.
SeaPlanes
A fantastic way to get over to the Dry Tortugas while incorporating some low altitude aerial sightseeing. It also takes much less travel time to get there and back. Flight time is about forty-five minutes each way. Soft drinks and and snorkel gear are provided to you on this excursion.
More Dry Tortugas Information
There is so much more information about the Dry Tortugas and Key West. Just give me a call and I will share with you what I know. Then help you set up a reservation to visit! Free of charge. Because options for transportation to the area are limited, reservations need to be made well in advance. We recommend at least a month in advance. And, for the Key West busy season, up to six months in advance is advisable.
The trip to the Dry Tortugas may not be for everyone though. Considerations include your time, the weather conditions, and your budget. Let me walk you through the options and find the best one for you.
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