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Mud Key Mangrove Safari

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Description

It's time for some adventure and excitement with a boat trip through the backcountry. After only a short ride, we'll take you on a leisurely cruise down to Mud Key Sanctuary, where you can enjoy the countryside and take in all the wonders of nature that surround you. Stop by the sandbar for a refreshing dip or just stroll around and soak up the sun. Capture your memories and cherish them forever.

Tour info

Duration
2 hours
Group Size
Up to 6 people
Price starts at
$450
Languages
English
Meeting Point
Marriott Beachside Marina
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Why take this tour?

Explore the beauty of Florida's pristine islands on a private boat charter today! Leave the crowds behind and enjoy a day out on one of our tour boats to some of Florida’s most beautiful local spots with crystal clear waters, sunsets, and stunning beach bars just waiting for you! This Mud Keys trip is all about taking visitors away from crowded beaches full of tourists into quieter paradises without having to spend hours at sea to reach the destination or breaking the bank.

Included

  • Trip to and from the Mud Keys
  • Unforgettable Experiences
  • A private, knowledgeable, local captain
  • Iced cooler with bottled waters and sodas

Excluded

  • Food - Welcome to Bring Your Own
  • Alcoholic Drinks - Welcome To Bring Your Own

Frequently asked questions

Absolutely! Even though this boat trip is short – it goes to the beautiful destination.
Usually YES, however birds are in the keys seasonally and it also depends on other factors like tides etc.
To some extend YES. To get to Mud Key we run in 2-3 feet of water for the entire time so even on a windy day there will be no big waves and the boat ride will be very comfortable. Mud Key has lots of Red Mangroves that protect from the wind for the time of the cruise and on the anchor.

Things to know

Cancellation Policy

48hrs before the scheduled boat trip to get a full refund if you happen to change your plans. All our trips are weather permitting so we reserve the right to cancel your trip if we don’t think that conditions are safe – in this case you would get full refund also.

Bathrooms

It has a flushable marine toilet for liquids only. The boat also has fresh water rinse so you can rinse yourself from salt water.

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