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Key West Sunset Sail aboard Schooner Hindu

Board Key West's legendary 1925 wooden schooner for a two-hour sunset sail through the Gulf-Atlantic confluence. Watch the sky ignite over the Straits of Florida from a classic tall ship—a true bucket-list moment.

What to expect

Step aboard a beautifully maintained gaff-rigged schooner moored at the Historic Seaport and let the crew cast off into the shallows of the Straits of Florida. As the sun drops toward the Gulf, the bar opens and a live captain narrates the maritime lore of Key West's golden age. The final moments — the green flash, the gathering of other tall ships on the horizon — feel genuinely cinematic. Return to the dock with the city lights just beginning to twinkle.

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Schooner Hindu (official)
USD 50–75 per person (sunset sail; open bar included)
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Good to know

The sunset sail departs approximately 2 hours before sundown; confirm timing against your all-aboard. Book directly on the Schooner Hindu website at least 2 weeks in advance in high season. The dock is a 10-minute walk from Mallory Square — no transfer needed.

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