2011 Tour Description

Earlier this year, I sent a survey to those Members who have an email address to see what tours would be popular. The following are the tours that most felt they would sign up for. All tours will leave at 1230-100PM to give you plenty of time to get lunch and should be back to the resort in 4 hours or about 5-530PM with plenty of time to get ready for the evening events. The costs are approximate and depends on the final talley of participants.

 


THURSDAY TOUR

BACK COUNTRY KAYAKING

Along with the experienced guide, guests paddle at a relaxing pace and explore the shallow, calm, blue-green waters of the back country of Key West. Glide through the winding mangrove creeks and paddle through inches of water, where you can easily view and learn about the geological structure of the Keys along with its inhabitants, all from the comfort of their kayak. The adventure vies guests a chance to view the mangrove environment up close, along with its marine life including tropical fish, crabs, sea stars, jellyfish, sea cucumbers, sponges, and various aquatic birds. Every trip leads to a different adventure!

 

Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Price: $88.00 per person

 

Includes:

• Kayak Rental

• All Safety Equipment

• Guided Tour

• Bottled water for each guest

• Uniformed PRA staff to assist

• Roundtrip transportation




IDAY TOUR

 

CONCH THRU KEY WEST AND GLASS BOTTOM BOAT TOUR

Enjoy a private narrated historical tour of Old Town Key West, highlighting all major points of interest aboard the famous Conch Tour Train! The tour will end at 0 Duval for guests to board the Glass Bottom Boat!

Explore dramatic underwater vistas generally reserved for scuba divers from our glass bottom boat! A wide variety of fish and other sea creatures await guests as they gaze into the underwater world of Key West. In addition, guests have the opportunity to see North America’s only living coral reef, one of the most biologically diverse marine eco-systems in the world. Majestic elkhorn and impressive brain coral, sturdy in appearance yet fragile and vulnerable, stand sentry for the more than 300 species of fish that complete the colorful and intriguing seascape. Along the trip, the experienced captain and crew provide a unique and informative eco-tour and point out some of the most interesting marine life that inhabit the waters of this incredible island. Special glass “windows to the reef” provide continuous viewing for all guests.

Fury Catamaran Glass Bottom Boat offers a seated sun deck and air-conditioned, enclosed viewing area as well as restrooms and a snack bar. The catamaran's twin hull design allows for maximum stability and much less rocking motion than traditional V-hull designs. The boat is designed to allow maximum viewing with minimum stress to the delicate reef.

 

Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Price: $93.00 per person

 

Includes:

• Conch Train sightseeing tour, approximately (60) minutes

• Admission aboard the Conch Train

• Admission to the Glass Bottom Boat, approximately (120) minutes

• Seated sun deck and air-conditioned enclosed viewing areas

• Restrooms

• Bottled water for each guest

• Uniformed PRA staff to assist

• Roundtrip transportation

• All applicable taxes and fees

 

Notes:

• This activity is weather dependant. Boat cancellations will only be if severe weather warnings or small craft advisories are issued.

 


SATURDAY TOUR

 

CAT-TING AROUND THE KEYS

Just image… a beautiful day… the sun is shining… the ocean is calm… guests are enjoying a relaxing catamaran cruise. The wind is in their hair, light music is playing in the background, and an incredible ocean adventure is ahead of them.

Guests explore the waters surrounding Key West. During the 3-hour cruise guests snorkel the only live coral reef in the United States. Of course, instructions from the crew and snorkeling gear are provided before entering the water. Before returning to shore, guests have an opportunity to snorkel through mangrove waters or remain on the catamaran soaking up the sun.

 

Time: 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM

Exclusive Price: $80.00 per person

 

Includes:

• Non-exclusive Catamaran tour, approximately (3) hours

• Catamaran Sailing

• Snorkeling gear

• Bottled water for each guest

• Uniformed PRA staff to assist

• Roundtrip transportation

• All applicable taxes and fees

 

Notes:

• Each participant is required to sign a liability waiver, or an indemnity agreement can be arranged naming PRA and/or supplier operating program as additional insured.

Bring sunscreen and towel.

• This activity is weather dependant. Boat cancellations will only be if severe weather warnings or small craft advisories are issued.