Charter check out at 10:00 AM. Once completed, head out for an afternoon shake down sail. Western Sambo is the closest reef site for snorkeling and will take about 1.5 hours to reach. you can also choose a sandy area somewhere in Hawk's channel to just anchor and have a swim before sailing approximately 2.5 hours to the West side of Key West to drop anchor for the night. this is the closest anchorage from the marina. Alternatively return to marina, enjoy the resort amenities and head to Key West for a night on the town.
Approximately 3.5 hours from KW anchorage, or 4 hours from marina. Make a stop at Woman Key for a beach exploration and then continue to Boca Grande. Get anchored up off the beach, take a beach walk, throw something on the BBQ grill and enjoy your first keys sunset in the middle of the ocean.
This will be a long day if you want to get it all in so start early. Your heading to the Gulf of Mexico! Set a course back to Key West and make a left turn up the North West Channel. As you reach the top of the channel there are two spots to visit: The Cottrel Key reef is a great snorkel site with a slightly different make up from the barrier reef sites. Head to Key West and anchor up for the night. Watch your timing. is is 1 1/2 hour sail from the top of the channel to the anchorage. Enjoy another fantastic sunset.
Today is all about snorkeling. Head out from Key West and make a bee line to the two reef sites at historic Sand Key light house. Both Rock Key & Eastern Dry Rocks are excellent snorkel sites. Mooring balls make visiting both sites easy. Plan on returning to the marina in time to hit the fuel dock before closing. Overnight at the marina.
Your charter check-in time will coincide with your check out time. Be prepared to welcome aboard your charter representative and expect approximately one hour before disembarkation.
