| Watching the sun set on the beautiful, serene waters | | | | boats keep to the deep tidal channels and move along |
| surrounding Key West, one would definitely want to | | | | at recommended speeds. This is essential to ensure |
| get as close to the scene as possible. Key West | | | | that in case the boat hits a flat, it should be able to |
| offers visitors the option of getting on to a boat to | | | | back off easily. Backing off becomes a difficult affair if |
| take in spectacular views. | | | | your boat has run aground. Boats in places where |
| You can take a ride to the tropical reefs offshore, you | | | | they are not supposed to be attract fines. |
| can be part of a group abroad a sports fishing charter | | | | Brown, brown, run aground; yellow, yellow will ground a |
| sailing into the Straits of Florida or the Gulf of Mexico. | | | | fellow; green, green, go between; blue, blue, come on |
| The other choices open to you are daytime or sunset | | | | through! - is a chant that locals use. The color coding |
| cruises aboard a catamaran or tall ship. Nature lovers | | | | tells them how to deal with a particular area in the |
| will be thrilled by a nature tour of the backcountry flats, | | | | water. |
| or an excursion to Fort Jefferson in the Dry Tortugas. | | | | If you are inclined towards action, you can join a |
| There are several options of boat rides to choose | | | | charter group that offers trips for snorkeling, scuba |
| from. There is a private charter however, if you want | | | | diving, jet skiing parasailing and kayaking tours. If you |
| company you can join a small group or sign on with a | | | | would rather lie back and relax you have the options |
| large group. | | | | of dolphin watching and taking a trip in a glass bottom |
| The Florida Keys is a National Marine Sanctuary, | | | | boat. Overnight trips to the Marquesas Keys or the |
| hence strict rules regarding usage apply. Unless you | | | | Dry Tortugas hold the promise of spectacular views. |
| know the waters very well, it is not advisable to go | | | | Some resorts offer the opportunity of water |
| alone on a boating trip. You will be liable for fines if | | | | adventures. You get to drive your own speed boat, |
| found engaged in any action deemed as causing harm | | | | explore Mangrove Islands, and to do some swimming |
| to the delicate environmental balance. Generally all | | | | and snorkeling. |