Key Biscayne is a tropical and charming paradise for visitors and residentials. This serene neighborhood, which is located almost at the end of the bridge and close to the busiest areas of Miami, is the best exponent of island life. What would it be like to live on an island without endless options to spend time on the water? Spend a pleasant and peaceful day sailing in the waters of Biscayne Bay aboard a catamaran, sailing boat or luxury yacht. Ride a kayak or paddleboard, or explore the underwater world with a snorkel, diving mask, and frog legs.
PLACES TO VISIT
Set sail from Crandon Park Marina in Key Biscayne, a public marina that is part of the Miami-Dade County Department of Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces. It is the gateway to the world-class wonders that await you on the docks. Crandon Park has space to play everything from golf to tennis, but you won’t want to miss what awaits just minutes from the ground. Enjoy a journey through Miami’s urban landscape, delve into and explore the Atlantic Ocean and admire the homes of the stars on the waterfront of Star Island in Miami Beach. Drop anchor at Key, as locals call it, in Nixon Beach, where Miami citizens tie their boats together and prepare a barbecue almost every Saturday of the year. The options are endless. Plan a trip to one of Key Biscayne’s marinas and end up in the Bahamas or stay nearby and see some local favorites.
Biscayne National Park doesn’t look like Yellowstone or a local playground. 95% of its surface is covered by water and is a series of islands that include some of the favorite nearby excursions of local sailors. Boca Chita Key, Elliot Key, Adams Key and Convoy Point make up the park. Each is unique and offers different facilities, from a museum to public campgrounds, but the main attractions are all underwater. Seen from above, Biscayne National Park seems to have miles and miles of calm turquoise waters, but from below, you’ll see that there’s a world full of fish, coral reefs, and native marine life of all kinds.
HOW TO GET THERE?
There are captains waiting aboard different types of boats ready to sail during the day. For those who want to be captains of their own boat, you can also rent boats for a day.
Before choosing an agency to set sail, you will need to decide what type of vessel you are interested in. There are luxurious giant yachts with assorted bars or hot tubs, or motor yachts with small cabins and outdoor seating. There are fishing boats for fishermen who want to rest in an air-conditioned space. There are also small boats for outdoor fishing and others for parties where you can hold a business party or wedding.
At Tropicalboat Charters Inc., located off the Rickenbacker Causeway in Key Biscayne, you’ll find all of these options and more. From a 30-meter yacht with staterooms, personalized service, plasma TVs and three sunbathing decks to a speedy “Miami Vice-style” speedboat, here you will find what you are looking for for a luxurious day in the bay. Extended rentals are also offered and there is a sailing school where they will teach you everything you need to know to command a boat on your own. They will even take you all the way to the Caribbean and arrange a stay at an ocean view property or an exotic car pick you up.
Flyer Catamaran offers a unique experience on state-of-the-art catamarans from November to May. Enjoy comfortable dry seats, a shaded room, full cocktails, a spacious solarium, refreshments, toilets and a friendly crew for a day aboard a stable catamaran.
Why not call one of the listed companies? They will love to talk about your options and help you choose the perfect boat for your perfect day.
EXTREME WATER SPORTS AND ECO-ADVENTURES
Hobie Beach, on the Rickenbacker Causeway on the way to Key Biscayne, is also known as Windsurfer Beach. The bright and colorful beachside candles have been present in the area for a long time. Windsurfing may seem difficult, but the folks at Sailboards Miami guarantee you’ll be on your feet and windsurfing in less than two hours. They also have paddleboards, kiteboards, and kayaks available for rent with a team of experts who will teach you how to use them.
The Miami-Dade Park System makes it easy to enjoy the tropical jungle area of South Florida’s ecosystem with eco-adventures. These “masters of outer discovery” venture to anything from a 1500-year-old fossilized reef to a night walk with owls. Located in Crandon Beach, you can rent all the necessary equipment for kayaking, paddleboarding, and kitesurfing, plus on-site instructors who will teach you the tricks of the trade. There is also a water taxi service and a shop so you won’t have to leave the beach when you’re hungry after a long day of sports activities on the water. If a part of the group accompanying you is not interested in the adrenaline of the rest, there are beach chairs and umbrellas for rent.
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