Private Sandbar Hopping in Key West
Trip Highlights
Jewfish Sandbar and the mangrove trails of Mud Keys, plus Snipe Point on the 4-hour trip
Fuel, an iced cooler and bottled water are included
Your own boat and captain, no crowds and no shared schedule
Two boats to choose from: the best-value Robalo (1 to 4) or the premium Hurricane (1 to 6)
Jewfish Sandbar and the mangrove trails of Mud Keys, plus Snipe Point on the 4-hour trip
Fuel, an iced cooler and bottled water are included
Your own boat and captain, no crowds and no shared schedule
Two boats to choose from: the best-value Robalo (1 to 4) or the premium Hurricane (1 to 6)
Why Key West Boat Trips
Pick the boat that fits your crew
Same captain, same sandbars, same private trip. You choose how much boat you need when you book.
Best valueRobalo Bay Boat
A 21 ft Robalo Cayman 206 with a shallow draft. Slips into the skinny water the big boats cannot reach. Departs Hurricane Hole Marina.
Premium comfortHurricane Deck Boat
A 27 ft deck boat, freshly refitted with new seating and decking. More room, more shade, more comfort. Departs Hurricane Hole Marina.
Parties of 5 or 6 sail on the Hurricane. All trips are weather permitting: if the water is rough we change the itinerary to keep it calm, and if we have to cancel you get a full refund.
Trip map
The route from the marina to Jewfish Sandbar, Mud Keys and Snipe Point.
A local captain at the wheel
Licensed, experienced, and raised on these waters. You relax, we drive.
Sandbars the tour buses never see
Jewfish Sandbar, the mangrove trails of Mud Keys, and Snipe Point. Locals' spots, not a crowded harbor.
Ankle-deep water all day
Wade, float, swim, snorkel, or just stand in the shallows with a drink. The stops last as long as you want.
Private means private
No strangers on board and no fixed schedule. It is your boat for the day.
Your music, your cooler
Bring your playlist for our portable Bluetooth speaker. Iced cooler on both boats. Bring your own drinks and snacks.
No deposits, no surprises
Fuel, ice and water are in the price. No card holds, no damage deposits.
Look around the Mud Keys in 360°
Fly over the Mud Keys, step aboard the boat, and look into the mangrove tunnel. Drag to look around.
Take the trip before you book
A 360° aerial look at a hidden Key West sandbar and the mangrove trails.
Book with confidence
Free cancellation
Change of plans? Cancel 48 hours before your trip for a full refund.
Weather guarantee
If we call off a trip because conditions are not safe, you get a full refund.
Instant confirmation
Book online in two minutes and get your confirmation right away.
Recent Reviews
Sean Hingley
June 8, 2026
Pawel was amazing! We accommodated our trip, as a last minute request, and was super knowledgeable! He took note of our requests and used his years of experience as a local to guide us to areas he knew would check all the boxes…and they absolutely did!
Kera Pavelka
May 28, 2026
The most perfect adventure. If you want to support the locals, this is it!!! Phenomenal price with just my family. Not hundreds of people and the Captain will be your bestie by the end of the trip.
Adam Parker
April 30, 2026
Awesome boat trip, will do it again!!
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