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Ferry to the
Dry Tortugas and Fort Jefferson National Park
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| The Yankee Freedom
(top) and Sunny Days ferries to the Dry Tortugas. |
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| The Yankee Freedom ferry approaching
Fort Jefferson. Notice the clear water and sandy beaches...perfect
to enjoy. |
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| The ferry docked at Ft. Jefferson.
You can take a guided tour of the fort or wander the island on your
own. The beaches are a beautiful sugar-like sand. |
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| Rewarding and easy snorkeling can
be enjoyed along the moat wall. Above, snorkelers checking out the
colorful corals. |
Traveling to Ft. Jefferson by water is a full-day happening
that begins with a 7:15 a.m. check-in at a conveniently
located Old Town marina.
You will need to bring towels & sun protection and your sense of
adventure. Otherwise, this large ocean-going vessel will supply all
the amenities imaginable.
Included with Dry Tortugas ferry trip:
A simple continental breakfast is available at boarding and a bountiful
picnic lunch is served at the fort. All snorkel gear is provided and you’ll
also enjoy a fascinating guided tour led by a historian/naturalist. The
boat has spacious observation/sundecks and comfortable restrooms that
are easily accessed.
The trip over and back is a bit over two hours each way, giving you a
leisurely 4 to 5 hours to explore the fort and relax on the sandy white beach, and snorkel the area.
These are extremely popular trips that sell out sometimes well in advance.
Dry Tortugas Ferry Prices (roundtrip):
- Ferry - Yankee Freedom - $165 adults/$120 kids 16 & under/$155
seniors, students, and military (includes $5 fort admission fee for adults 17 and over). $4 fuel surcharge is additional. Prices shown are roundtrip.
Dry
Tortugas camping - (very limited availability - book early)
- Yankee Freedom ferry costs $180 for
adults/$140 for children (plus $5 park fee and
$3 per person/per night camping fee). $4 fuel surcharge is additional. Prices shown are roundtrip.
Update: The National Park Service has awarded a sole contract to Yankee Freedom for service to the Dry Tortugas. As a result, the Sunny Days Dry Tortugas ferry has ceased operation. If you want to go to the Dry Tortugas by ferry, you must take the Yankee Freedom.
For reservations and information:
- or call us toll-free at 877-INFO KEY (877-463-6539)
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or Email Us
(also available: Dry
Tortugas seaplane)
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