We had an absolutely unforgettable experience with Island Tales Charter! From start to finish,…read moreeverything exceeded our expectations. Captain Andy was incredible--friendly, knowledgeable, and made the entire trip fun and relaxing for our whole family. My wife, our three kids, and even our dog had an amazing time. We spent the day swimming, snorkeling, and exploring beautiful sandbars that felt like our own private paradise. One of the highlights was cruising through the mangroves--the views were stunning and unlike anything we've experienced before. It was peaceful, scenic, and truly memorable. If you're looking for a perfect family adventure in Key West, this is it. Highly recommend Island Tales Charter--we'll definitely be back!

We had an amazing day with captain Andy!! He was in contact within minutes of booking to go over…read moredetails and was ready and waiting for us when we arrived. All six of us said it was our favorite day of the vacation. We was so patient teaching my kids how to fish, even as they kept losing the bait. We feel we got a unique experience from him and a really special day. We brought burgers and dogs and grilled on a little island. Will absolutely book with Captain Andy again when we return!

I feel compelled to write a review - even though our trip to Dry Tortugas was cancelled due to…read moreweather. While we were disappointed, JP handled it professionally. We hope to come back soon to MAKE the trip with SeaEO.

Captain Kody was so sweet and so amazing and so fun!!! We all loved him!!! This was such a great…read moreexperience and I would recommend booking with JP and captain Kody 1000x over! Thank you so much for such a beautiful day on the water! :)

Captain Tim was wonderful from the moment we booked, until we stepped back onto the dock. He's…read moreincredibly professional and takes safety seriously. 25+ years boating in the area means he's highly knowledgeable on the area and understands weather patterns. He really offers a variety of activities to suit every group. I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone interested in chartering a ride in key west! We really had a lovely time. The complimentary bottled ice water and fresh fruit was a great touch.

What a great experience! My wife, myself, and my uncle went out on a fabolous sunset cruise…read more Captain Tim was very knowledgeable and not only showed us a breathtaking sunset, but he also took us on a shoreline tour of Key West hidden treasures. This tour is a must if visiting the Keys. He also offers kayak tours and snorkeling.

Sailing at its best. Great craft but more importantly great Captain…read more Thank you Chazz for making us feel so happy, unforgettable BD gift for my wife. Maybe we see you in North Carolina or is it South?

I booked Capt Chazz for a sailing with my family and we all walked away grinning ear to ear. We…read morebooked a 3 hour sail and my only regret is we didn't book a longer sailing. I highly recommend you book a with this Capt, he will make sure you and your party have a great time.

Eric is very knowledgeable and just a great captain He…read moreknows the area and where to fish or float . You'll enjoy the time on his boat When we return, we'll be back to charter Laid Back with Eric

Second time with captain Eric. We went lobstering, saw dolphins , sharks and plenty of reef fish…read more Eric is a very flexible and friendly captain. We will be back in future visits to key west for sure

2nd time out with Captain Kyle. He is amazing! We booked a private charter for 3 people and…read morerequested Kyle. It was such a great time! We just love him as a Captain. It couldn't be more perfect! He even found us sun on an overcast day! We will be back next year and request the best captain ever!!!

Perfect! Highly recommend! Seamless from booking to finish! We were lucky enough to have our call…read moreanswered and a last minute private charter. Everything explained perfectly and professionally handled! Captain Kyle was excellent and very much appreciated! We will definitely be back again!

Captain Brad knows fishing. Even in tough conditions he'll find you fish. He can be a…read morelittle....salty. First Mate James was friendly, helpful, and a lot of fun. Overall a great trip. Landed tons if fish, with variety, and good species. Best charter I've ever been on.

The captain has 45 years experience. He knows what he's doing. He can be a little short if you…read moredon't follow directions. The mate, James, was outstanding. He worked hard to keep lines in the water. Key West is an awesome place for fishing.

We wanted to do something special and memorable for our oldest son's college graduation this year…read moreand combine it with our family summer vacation. Being from the central US, most vacations in the past have been mountain/cabin camping and motorcycle riding trips. Renting a 48 ft catamaran and having 8 people, plus captain and skipper in tight quarters was a bit of an unknown. However, by the time we completed our 2-day trip, every one of our family and friends couldn't stop talking about how fantastic the experience was. Before the trip, Captain Terry Mentor reached out to me and asked if there was a particular plan I had in mind. I indicated we'd like to do some snorkeling, island exploring and if the winds permitted, learn the ropes of sailing. Once on board and under way, Captain Terry and skipper Troy were great. For our two-day trip, including two nights at anchor, we headed toward the Marquesas Keys, about 20 miles west of Key West. On the way there we stopped at several different reefs and had a fantastic time with the family snorkeling. We say rays, dolphins, hammer heads, sea turtles and lots of fish. The first night the ocean was absolute glass, and we viewed the beauty of the sun setting into the ocean. A couple of the kids even slept out on the trampoline. The next morning we experienced the sunrise and another day of snorkeling and exploration. In the afternoon, skipper Troy lowered the dingy into the water and took us onto one of the islands. In the shallow waters we saw some sand sharks and then traveled into the central lagoon of the island. Later we visited a shipwreck and explored the remains. Each night Captain Terry and Skipper Troy were part of the family games and storytelling, they fit in nicely. The initial boat check-in and final check-out process went smoothly and everything, including the boat were as advertised. All in all, this was a unique family experience away from it all with beauty, adventure and encounters with unique marine life we will remember for years to some. We would all do it again, only next time we would go out longer. Thank you Blue Ocean Yacht Charters and Captain Terry!

0 stars. Ordered food from Blue Ocean Yacht Charters to be delivered to the Shelley Kay. The order…read moregot "lost," so we had to go out of our way to another dock to have the food delivered, cutting into our ability to go snorkeling elsewhere. After a 700 dollar order, they provided a measly 100 dollar credit. Don't use them, as they aren't the luxury experience they claim. You can do far better with a company that treats their customers well.