Sunset Cruise
Back at the ship by about 10:40 am, 4 h 50 min before all aboard. That keeps your 1 h safety margin with 3 h 50 min to spare.
Safety margin
- 8:00 amShip docks in Key West20 min to get off the ship and through the terminal
- 8:20 amLeave the pierAbout 10 min to the start point
- 8:30 amEarliest tour startTour runs 2 h. Latest sensible start: 12:20 pm.
- 10:30 amTour ends10 min back to the pier
- 10:40 amBack at the gangway4 h 50 min before all aboard
- 3:30 pmAll aboardGangway closes; the ship won't wait for independent tours
Estimates based on the tour's longest published duration, our researched travel times and typical pier queues. Confirm the departure time on the booking page and keep your watch on ship's time.
Our verdict
This tour fits a typical Key West call (8:00 am–3:30 pm). It runs 2 h; ashore by 8:20 am, you can start by 8:30 am and be back at the gangway around 10:40 am — 3 h 50 min to spare on top of a 1 h safety margin.
Rule of thumb: it keeps the safety margin as long as all aboard is 11:40 am or later. Even a short 7:00 am–2:00 pm call works.
The operator lists a meeting point in town rather than at the pier, but Key West is small: anywhere in the centre is within about 10 min of the ships on foot or by a short taxi ride, so we count 10 min each way.
Among the 350 Key West shore excursions we track, this is one of the shorter ones (the median runs 3 h); 85% of them fit a typical call.
Computed from the tour's published duration, the distance from the cruise pier to its start point and the typical Key West call. Adjust your ship's times above to recheck.
About this tour
Come see for yourself why Marathon Mermaid is voted the #1 thing to do in Marathon! Watching the sunset by water is a must-do when visiting the Keys!
Max 40 per group
What's included
- Soda/Pop
- Champagne
- Snacks
Not included
- Gratuities
Itinerary
- 1Seven Mile BridgeExperience the famous Keys sunsets in style! Come join us for a relaxing evening aboard the Marathon Mermaid. Enjoy champagne and music, take a scenic route through Boot Key Harbor, learning about the unique history of Marathon, cruise around the iconic 7 Mile Bridge, letting you capture the perfect picture from your unforgettable vacation to the Florida Keys.
- 2Stop 2We will travel around Boot Key Harbor, through the Marathon City Marina and down Sister's Creek, passing by Sombrero Beach where you will have the chance to see the Sombrero Lighthouse off in the distance at the coral reef.
Meeting point and getting there
Start point
PLEASE ARRIVE 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO DEPARTURE TIME FOR CHECK IN. We are located at Bluegreen Vacations Hammocks. Please park in the main parking lot and walk to the dock located next to the pool.
PLEASE ARRIVE 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO DEPARTURE TIME FOR CHECK IN. We are located at Bluegreen Vacations Hammocks. Please park in the main parking lot and walk to the dock located next to the pool.
From the cruise pier
About 10 min by taxi
Allow 20 min to get off the ship first. Taxi fares and pier details.
Returns
Back to the start point
Good to know
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. If the operator cancels for bad weather, you can rebook or get a full refund.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Traveler reviews
Operated by Marathon Mermaid Charters. Prices, availability and tour details come from the booking partner and can change; the booking page is authoritative.
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