Dry Tortugas Ferry

Take the high speed catamaran 70 miles west of Key West to the islands and waters of the Dry Tortugas National Park - the last of the Florida Keys and a remote treasure. It consists of seven tiny islands and the surrounding waters. When Ponce De Leon originally discovered these islands he named them "Las Tortugas" (meaning "the turtles" in Spanish) because of the abundance of sea turtles. Even though hunting drastically reduced their numbers, many varieties of the species are still present in the area.

Explore historic Fort Jefferson - the "Gibraltar of the Gulf." Fort Jefferson in the Dry Tortugas National Park is America's largest 19th century coastal fort and is located on Garden Key Island. The Fort was built in the mid-1800's, with over 16 million bricks. Originally constructed to protect the important Gulf of Mexico shipping lanes, Fort Jefferson was used as a military prison during the Civil War. During this time, it was "home" to Dr. Samuel Mudd, who was convicted of complicity in the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln.

We suggest you bring:

• Swimsuit
• Towel
• Sun Protection
• Camera and Film
• Binoculars
• Jacket

Launched in May 1999, the "Fast Cat II" is a high speed catamaran with 100 passenger capacity. It features air-conditioned seating inside the cabin as well as a rear sundeck with seats outside. Ample windows allow beautiful views of the Gulf of Mexico and Sea turtles, dolphins and flying fish are often spotted along the way.

Schedule details

Departure Point:

Historic Seaport in Key West

Cruise Passengers: The departure point is located just a few blocks from Key West Port, and is just a short walk.

Departure Time:

8:00am

Return Details:

Returns to the original departure point

Pricing information

Click the link below for a price quote on your preferred travel date. Our pricing is constantly updated to ensure you always receive the lowest price possible.

Additional information

Inclusions:

• 4.5 hours at Fort Jefferson
• Continental breakfast upon boarding
• A tour of the Fort
• Buffet lunch
• Complimentary soft drinks, water and iced tea
• Snorkel gear

Exclusions:

• Gratuities (optional)
• Admission to Dry Tortugas National Park upon arrival ($5.00 CASH per person subject to change)

Additional Information:

• Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability

Local Operator Information:

Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.