Excursion écologique dans l'arrière-pays en goélette à Key West, voile, plongée avec tuba et kayak
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Au départ du port historique de Key West, les voiles de l'Appledore Star sont hissées pour une expérience de navigation authentique en route vers l'arrière-pays de Key West. Vous passerez la journée à explorer les îles de mangroves inhabitées de Key West dans le Key West National Wildlife Refuge. Gardez un œil sur les dauphins, les tortues de mer, les raies manta et de nombreux autres animaux sauvages qui habitent le refuge. Votre capitaine sait où les dauphins sont fréquemment aperçus et vous fera savoir s'il en aperçoit. Une fois arrivé aux îles de mangroves, la goélette jette l'ancre et votre exploration commence. Votre journée est divisée entre des visites guidées en kayak et des visites guidées de plongée en apnée. L'eau chaude et peu profonde est calme, abritée par les mangroves inhabitées, ce qui rend le kayak un jeu d'enfant. Après vos visites, revenez à bord et lavez-vous avec notre rinçage à l'eau douce, puis détendez-vous sur le pont. Choisissez parmi de nombreuses boissons fraîches gratuites - bière glacée, vin, sangria maison, sodas frais et eau filtrée. C'est le meilleur de la vie insulaire décontractée.
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Le refuge national de faune de Key West, situé à l'extrémité sud des États-Unis dans les Keys de Floride, est un sanctuaire de beauté naturelle et de biodiversité. S'étendant sur plus de 80 000 hectares, ce refuge comprend une mosaïque d'habitats comprenant des îles de mangrove, des herbiers marins et des récifs coralliens, ce qui en fait un refuge vital pour une grande variété d'animaux sauvages.
Le port historique de Key West est un centre dynamique d'histoire, de culture et d'activité maritimes niché au cœur de la vieille ville de Key West. Imprégné de tradition et de charme, ce port historique offre un aperçu captivant du passé maritime de l'île tout en offrant une atmosphère animée aux habitants et aux visiteurs.
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Informations importantes
- Les enfants en bas âge doivent être assis sur les genoux d'un adulte
- Déconseillé aux femmes enceintes
- Condition physique moyenne requise
- La durée totale du voyage est de 5 heures; le temps à chaque endroit dépend de la météo, des conditions du refuge et de la discrétion du capitaine.
- Pour remonter à bord de la goélette après la plongée en apnée et le kayak, vous devez monter à bord d'une plate-forme fixée au bateau juste en dessous de la ligne de flottaison, à partir de là, vous grimpez une échelle à nouveau à bord de la goélette.
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Joe and Kristina were amazing hosts/captains/shipmates!!! We lucked out and only had 6 people total on our trip on a Wednesday. Joe and Kristina were so very nice and professional. Their instructions were simple and clear, they made sure we were comfortable at all times, they had ice water to drink and always asked if we had questions. Snorkeling was great and the kayak tour through the mangroves with Kristina was amazing! Joe controlled our sailboat with ease and got us out and back with such skill …..I couldn’t believe how effortless he got us out of port and back to the dock without a hitch! Lunch, after snorkeling and kayaking, on the way back to the dock was perfect, cocktail shrimp, pulled pork sandwiches, chicken salad sandwiches, pasta salad and coleslaw with condiments ……everything was fresh and cold…….such a great end to a hot day! Chocolate chip cookies at the very end just made it even better lol! I would 1000% recommend this to anyone thinking about it.
Thank you so much for this incredible review! ⛵️ We’re thrilled to hear that you had such an amazing day and that Joe and Cristina made your experience so special. Having only six guests aboard certainly sounds like you lucked into a wonderfully intimate trip! We love hearing that you felt comfortable and well cared for throughout the day, and we’re especially glad you enjoyed the snorkeling and the kayak tour through the mangroves with Cristina. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to both of them—Joe will certainly appreciate the compliment on his sailing skills! 😊 And it sounds like we ended the day on the right note with a fresh lunch and chocolate chip cookies! 🍪 We’re so happy you enjoyed every part of the experience. Thank you for the enthusiastic recommendation—we truly appreciate it! We hope to welcome you back aboard for another unforgettable adventure. 🌴🌊⛵️
The Bugeye Backcountry Tour was, without a doubt, our favorite experience in Key West! From the moment Captain Luana gave the safety briefing, we knew we were in expert hands. Mate Christina was fantastic—her snorkeling and kayaking instruction made everyone feel comfortable and confident, which made the adventure even more enjoyable. We sailed to a beautiful, secluded area of the backcountry where we had plenty of time to snorkel (although I happily chose to float and soak it all in!). My son absolutely loved seeing all the fish. After snorkeling, we explored the mangroves by kayak, including a fascinating hurricane hole. Along the way, we spotted even more fish and an abundance of wildlife. When we returned to the boat, we were treated to a delicious handcrafted lunch that was the perfect ending to an incredible morning. What really made this tour stand out was how personal it felt. Captain Luana and Mate Christina were so friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about what they do. With a smaller group, there were no crowds, no waiting around, and plenty of opportunities to enjoy every part of the experience. I would recommend the Bugeye Backcountry Tour to anyone visiting Key West. It was an unforgettable adventure and a highlight of our entire vacation!
Thank you so much for your incredible review! 🛶🤿⛵ We’re honored to hear that the Bugeye Backcountry Tour was the highlight of your Key West vacation. Captain Luana and Mate Cristina will be thrilled to hear your kind words. Their goal is to create a safe, welcoming, and memorable experience where every guest feels comfortable exploring the beauty of the backcountry, whether snorkeling, kayaking, or simply relaxing and taking in the surroundings. We’re so glad your family enjoyed the secluded sailing destination, the snorkeling adventure, the mangrove exploration, and those special moments of discovering the wildlife along the way. Hearing that your son loved seeing the fish and that you were able to relax and soak it all in is exactly the kind of experience we hope to provide. Thank you also for highlighting the intimate group setting. We believe the smaller, more personal experience allows guests to truly connect with the water, the environment, and the crew without the crowds. We’re delighted that the handcrafted lunch was the perfect finishing touch to your adventure. Thank you for recommending the Bugeye Backcountry Tour. We hope to welcome you and your family back aboard again soon for another unforgettable Key West adventure! 🌊☀️😊
The experience was amazing! The kayaking, snorkeling, crew was amazing, wonderful experience overall
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 🛶🤿😊 We’re thrilled to hear you had an amazing experience and enjoyed the kayaking, snorkeling, and time with our incredible crew. It’s great to know that every part of your adventure came together to create such a memorable day. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable experience on the water soon! 🌊☀️
Great experience with wonderful knowledge guides
Thank you for the wonderful review!
We went out with luana and vitaly it was overall a great way to spend the day out on the water, not far from the coast, water was a little murky this day lunch included and drinks too which was nice, kayaking fun too, didn’t see coral reef and as many fish as other tours and spots saw a horseshoe crab crew overall good would have liked to go out a little further and seen more in the water
Thank you for sharing your experience! ⛵😊 We're glad you enjoyed your day on the water with Luana and Vitale, along with the kayaking, lunch, and drinks. While water clarity and marine life can vary from day to day, we're happy you spotted a horseshoe crab. We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon!
Our snorkeling and kayaking tour was great!! Christina did a fabulous job explaining everything and was very passionate about her job and the ocean! When snorkeling we saw angel fish and lobsters. When we kayaked we saw green sea turtles, horseshoe crabs, and tons of beautiful birds! We also saw a water spout! It was really cool kayaking in the mangrove islands and the hurricane cove. Lunch on the return trip, after a fun day on the water was delicious!
Thank you so much for your kind words! ⛵😊 We’re honored that you enjoyed your first outing enough to come back for a second sail! Hearing that both trips were exceptional and that our captain and crew helped make each experience memorable means the world to us. We take great pride in maintaining the vessel and providing a fun, welcoming atmosphere for all our guests, so your comments are especially appreciated. Thank you for sailing with us, and we look forward to welcoming you back aboard the next time you're in the area! 🌊🌅
My husband and I did this tour and loved it! Was probably the highlight of our trip to the Keys. The captain and first mate Christina were great and it was very informative. It is obvious Christina is very passionate about the area and was a great guide. There was no wind the day we went, so we did not get to sail, but the water was great and we did get to see a water spout. The ladder and platform system they have on the boat made it easy to get in and out (we are in our 60s and not in the best shape) when snorkeling or kayaking. Saw tons of birds, turtles, horseshoe crabs and multiple types of fish. Lunch on the return trip as very good. We would highly recommend the trip and will probably do it again the next time we are in the Keys.
Thank you so much for this thoughtful and detailed review! We’re thrilled to hear the tour ended up being a highlight of your trip to the Keys. 🌊⛵ Captain and Cristina will be especially happy to hear your kind words—she truly does have a passion for the area, and it’s wonderful to know that came through in your experience. Even without wind for sailing, it sounds like the day still delivered plenty of memorable moments, from the waterspout to all the wildlife sightings. We’re also glad the ladder and platform made getting in and out easy and comfortable for you—that’s something we work hard to make as accessible as possible. Thank you again for recommending us, and we’d love to welcome you back aboard next time you’re in the Keys for another adventure! 🌅
Great Experience with Luana and Kristina as the ship staff! The day I went was a very small group so it was like having a private charter!!!
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you had such a great experience with Luana and Kristina. ⛵😊 It’s always special when the group is small enough to feel like a private charter—sounds like you got an extra memorable sail! We’ll be sure to pass your kind words along to the crew. We really appreciate you joining us and hope to welcome you back aboard again soon! 🌅
What’s lovely way to spend the day in Key West! We were in skilled and knowledgable hands with Captain Morrison and first mate Christina! Crew attended to our every need, making sure we stayed hydrated etc, and I appreciated the attention to the needs of this pristine environment as well as those of us humans there just to appreciate the beauty. We had ample time to spend in and on the water. Highly recommend!
Thank you so much for such a thoughtful and beautifully written review! 🌅⛵ We’re thrilled to hear you had such a lovely day in Key West and that Captain Marreson and First Mate Cristina took great care of you. It’s especially wonderful to know you appreciated both the attentiveness of the crew and the respect for the natural environment—that balance is something we truly value. It sounds like you had the perfect mix of relaxation, time in the water, and learning along the way. We really appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back aboard again for another unforgettable experience!
Very pleasant cruising experience with a great crew. Crew is friendly and hospitable. Mangrove kayaking portion includes exploring a “hurricane hole” where sailors and pirates would weather storms in an emergency.
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We’re really glad to hear you enjoyed the cruise and felt well taken care of by the crew—friendly hospitality and a great atmosphere on the water is exactly what we aim for. ⛵ That sounds like a really cool kayaking highlight too—those “hurricane hole” spots are packed with history, and it’s awesome you got to explore one where sailors and even pirates once took shelter during storms. 🌿 We truly appreciate the recommendation and hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon!
