Guided boat tours at Biscayne: what applies in 2026?

Direct answer

Guided boat tours (the way to reach the islands without your own boat)

Exact conditions

Status: Not required; the stated access rule still applies
Applies to: specific activity
Place or corridor: Biscayne Bay, Boca Chita Key and the reef
Effective dates: January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026
Release model: on sale now

Fee detail: Prices are set by the Biscayne National Park Institute and authorized charter operators; NPS does not publish them.

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Official source

National Park Service · reviewed August 27, 2026

The Biscayne National Park Institute ... cruises to Boca Chita Key and lighthouse, sailing on beautiful Biscayne Bay ... Advance reservations are advised.

Guided Tours - Biscayne National Park