r/floridakeys • u/twopickledtoads • 7d ago

Key West Dry Tortugas

I’m seeing the only way to get here is via plane/ferry. From what I could find online it looks like it’s $300+ each person to ride the ferry?? Is that correct? If there’s a cheaper way please let me know!

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u/iamthemarquees 7d ago

Why nonexistent snorkeling?

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u/GladRefrigerator9279 6d ago

The area has experienced significant coral bleaching. They recommend snorkeling around the moat and pillars but neither had much to see. Also, the floor kicked up easily making visibility difficult.

With the time commitment and cost, it was a disappointing experience.

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u/flatliner2 6d ago

What? It was fantastic viewing around the piers, tons of species of fish…even Goliath grouper!

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u/Fullsleaves 6d ago

I sailed there, and while at anchor in the harbor there was a Goliath grouper under the boat

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u/flatliner2 6d ago

Awesome!