The dry tortugas islands were discovered by ponce de leon in 1513.
Key west catamaran dry tortugas.
This 100 square mile park is mostly open water with seven small islands.
The yankee freedom provides daily ferry service from key west florida to the dry tortugas.
Fort jefferson located on one of the islands was initially designed to serve as a defense for the united states back in 1812.
Accessible only by boat or seaplane the park is known the world over as the home of magnificent fort jefferson picturesque blue waters superlative coral reefs and marine life and the.
This high speed state of the art catamaran is the perfect way to sail across the 70 mile run to the dry tortugas.
Remote and isolated the islands are almost entirely undeveloped by man and a haven for wildlife.
Built in new england in 2012 she entered service in key west in the fall of 2012.
Explored by ponce de leon in 1513 the island group is famous for its abundance of sea turtles.
Many boats cruise to dry tortugas just 70 miles away.
No key west beach trip is complete without visiting the best beach in the florida keys.
Almost 70 miles 113 km west of key west lies the remote dry tortugas national park.
Cruise in spacious comfort to fort jefferson in the dry tortugas national park aboard the yankee freedom iii a high speed ocean going catamaran specifically designed for carrying passengers safely across the 70 miles of open water from key west to the park the yankee freedom iii is 110 long and 30 6.
From tropical beaches and plentiful sea life to historic fort jefferson it s no surprise that dry tortugas national park is a top destination in key west.
Catering to private small groups in key west florida.
Whether swimming sun bathing or just plain strolling you will enjoy the crystal blue waters swaying palm trees and soft powdery sand of this island paradise.
Head 70 miles west of key west 112 km west of key west and you ll reach a remarkable group of islands called the dry tortugas.
Take the official dry tortugas national park ferry the yankee freedom to visit fort jefferson in dry tortugas national park.
Enjoy this singular attraction with this full day activity packed excursion where you re whisked from key west by catamaran to enjoy the tropical sights.
Tortuga sailing adventures a 5 star charter offering half day to multi day yachting experiences aboard sailing catamaran.
Activities include day adventures sunset dinner sails overnight island escapes a dry tortugas getaways and a boatel.
The yankee freedom iii is a high speed state of the art all aluminum catamaran recognized world wide for safety performance and passenger comfort.
Fort jefferson dry tortugas national park located just 70 miles west of key west.
Explore beautiful tropical beaches on this full day catamaran trip from key west to dry tortugas national park.