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Florida & Keys sailing guide 2025 – Miami to Dry Tortugas
January 6, 20259 min
Warm waters and line‑of‑sight pilotage make Florida ideal for easy cruising and family catamaran charters.
Why sail Florida
- Biscayne Bay day sails and sandbars.
- Keys reefs and snorkelling.
- Remote Dry Tortugas adventure.
Season
| Period | Notes |
|---|---|
| Nov–May | Prime, fewer storms |
| Jun–Nov | Hurricane season – monitor forecasts |
7‑day Keys itinerary
Miami – Key Largo – Islamorada – Marathon – Bahia Honda – Key West – (Dry Tortugas extension) – return.
Licensing & tips
USCG rules, VHF and safety gear; mind shallow banks; best price guarantee across fleets.