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Snorkeling at the Dry Tortugas

Dry Tortugas National Park is about 70 miles west of Key West. There are no roads. You go by ferry, seaplane, private boat or a permitted charter.

Three ways to go

• The ferry. The Yankee Freedom is the high-speed catamaran ferry listed by the National Park Service. The day trip includes breakfast, lunch and snorkel gear. See the day trip (from $260, non-refundable on Viator).
• Seaplane. Key West Seaplane Charters flies morning, afternoon and full-day trips.
• Small-boat charter. Permitted charter boats also run Tortugas trips, usually as private charters at a higher price per person.

Plan ahead

• Services in the park are limited. Bring what you need from Key West.
• Entrance fees apply to visitors 16 and older who arrive by personal boat.
• Check current conditions before you leave.

Source: National Park Service, Dry Tortugas: Directions, read October 2, 2026. Ferry details from its Viator listing.