Classic Harbor Line:
Private Boat Ride in Key West –
The Best Way to Experience Key West!
Charter Payments
A 50% deposit is required upon signing our contract. Final adjustments to the headcount may be made and the remaining 50% is due 7 business days prior to the event
Cancellation Policy
Owner will refund 75% of the total charter amount if canceled 21 business days in advance of the charter date (1/2 original deposit returned). Owner will refund 50% of the total charter amount if canceled between 21 and 14 business days in advance of the charter date (original deposit forfeited). Cancellations within 14 business days of the event are non-refundable (Total fee is forfeited). Weather-related cancellations are at the discretion of management.
Charter Location
202R William Street, on the side of Schooner Wharf Bar.
Key West Parking Information
Limited parking is available at the municipal lot on Caroline Street between Margaret and William Street. Parking rates are $6.00 per hour or a maximum of $48 per day. They only accept credit card payment. Classic Harbor Line is not affiliated in any way with the municipal parking. Limited public parking can be found, as well.
Regulatory & Safety Information
To Know When Chartering a Boat
Inspected Vessels
Each vessel in the Classic Harbor Line fleet is annually inspected and re-certified as an ‘inspected vessel’ by the United States Coast Guard. Each vessel is certified to carry a set number of passengers and a required number of crew plus a United States Coast Guard (USCG) approved licensed captain.
To meet USCG specifications, each vessel has required lifesaving and safety-related equipment, along with regular crew training to use that equipment. Each CHL crew member and Captain are trained in firefighting, bilge system operation, man-overboard procedure, recovery of steerage, safe abandonment of ship, and anchoring on a recurring basis. Additionally, all captains and first mates are trained in First Aid and CPR. Each Captain is additionally reviewed every five years for license renewal and medical certification. Sea time and a series of maritime exams are required for their licenses.
On inspected (or ‘certified’) vessels, passenger limits are determined based on the size and design of the boat and have equipment (including lifejackets) that support that number. We hold very firmly to our certifiable limit and can ensure all our programming is below the legal limit.
Uninspected Vessels
If you are chartering a boat that is not ‘inspected’ by the USCG, the passenger limit is six. Anything more than six is considered “an illegal charter”.
If you have any safety or regulatory questions about Classic Harbor Line’s fleet or the industry, feel free to inquire.