Beach Bum Charters SunDancer 

4.9/5 (14 reviews)
 7700 South Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34231, United States

Beach Bum Charters SunDancer 

Sarasota, FL, United States
23 feet
11
4.9/5 (14 reviews)

Set your own pace on the water with Beach Bum Charters SunDancer, offering fully customizable start times to fit your perfect Sarasota adventure. Please note that groups max seating 11 are best suited if in mixed company of adults and kiddos not to exceed passenger total load of 2000lbs —just ask and the team will be happy to accommodate.

SunDancer is a 2006 Hurricane GS-231 Center Console, beautifully restored in 2024 and designed for comfort, fun, and versatility. Powered by a 250 HP Yamaha outboard, she cruises smoothly at speeds up to 40 knots, making it easy to explore sandbars, islands, and hidden local gems. The boat comfortably hosts up to six guests and comes equipped with an audio system, outside speakers, fishfinder, baitwell, rod holders, and an ice box—perfect for both relaxation and adventure.

Beach Bum Charters specializes in a wide range of experiences, including booze cruises, snorkeling and diving, island hopping, fishing trips, canal tours, pontoon and tiki outings, and private boat or yacht tours. Whether you’re celebrating, exploring, or simply unwinding, there’s a trip tailored just for you.

Onboard amenities include a bimini top for shade, and the relaxed policies allow alcohol, children, pets, glass bottles, red wine, smoking, and swimming. Safety is always a priority, with life jackets, GPS, VHF radio, chart plotter, depth finder, anchor, and wheel steering onboard.

Book today and enjoy a stress-free, unforgettable day on the beautiful Sarasota waters.

Set your own pace on the water with Beach Bum Charters SunDancer, offering fully customizable start times to fit your perfect Sarasota adventure. Please note that groups max seating 11 are best suited if in mixed company of adults and kiddos not to exceed passenger total load of 2000lbs —just ask and the team will be happy to accommodate.

SunDancer is a 2006 Hurricane GS-231 Center Console, beautifully restored in 2024 and designed for comfort, fun, and versatility. Powered by a 250 HP Yamaha outboard, she cruises smoothly at speeds up to 40 knots, making it easy to explore sandbars, islands, and hidden local gems. The boat comfortably hosts up to six guests and comes equipped with an audio system, outside speakers, fishfinder, baitwell, rod holders, and an ice box—perfect for both relaxation and adventure.

Beach Bum Charters specializes in a wide range of experiences, including booze cruises, snorkeling and diving, island hopping, fishing trips, canal tours, pontoon and tiki outings, and private boat or yacht tours. Whether you’re celebrating, exploring, or simply unwinding, there’s a trip tailored just for you.

Onboard amenities include a bimini top for shade, and the relaxed policies allow alcohol, children, pets, glass bottles, red wine, smoking, and swimming. Safety is always a priority, with life jackets, GPS, VHF radio, chart plotter, depth finder, anchor, and wheel steering onboard.

Book today and enjoy a stress-free, unforgettable day on the beautiful Sarasota waters.

Beach Bum Charters
Charter Operator
Beach Bum Charters
10 years of experience
ID & credentials verified
responds within an hour

Trip availability and prices

Trip Date:
Group Size:
Select date to see availability
September 2026
SuMoTuWeThFrSa
Loading...
Number of days
1
Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
Almost there...
4 Hour – Morning Sandbar Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 10:00 AM
+2
US $680
Private tour: up to 11 people
4 Hour – Beach & Sandbar Afternoon
In high demand Last booked: 21 hours ago
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 2:30 PM
+4
US $680
Private tour: up to 11 people
There are 9 people looking at this charter.

Customer reviews

Loading...

Rating

4.9
(14 reviews)
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.9
Experience

Customers' gallery (10)

All reviews (14)

Showing 15 of 14 reviews
Janna Vandever
Janna Vandever
us
Missouri, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
amazing day with Captain Paul!
4 Hour – Morning Sandbar Trip on July 22, 20267 adults

Our family came down to visit and we decided to book the morning sandbar cruise. Captain Paul was AMAZING, so fun and had great trivia! We highly recommend him and Beach Bum Charters! We saw so many manatee, dolphins everywhere, even had a baby sea turtle hatchling swim past us while swimming at a beautiful sand bar!!! What an amazing trip and experience!!! Book now!!! Thank you Captain Paul and Beach Bum Charters!!!

Beach Bum Charters
Response from Charter operator

thanks so much Janna, come back and see us again anytime!

Tessa Miller
Tessa Miller
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Exceeded our expectations!
4 Hour – Morning Sandbar Trip on May 9, 20268 adults

The boat chartered by Captain Clif was amazing! Very friendly and accommodating staff. Clean, spacious boat for 9 adults. We did the 4 hour boat ride 10-2p, highly recommended. We started in Siesta key and then headed to a fun sandbar, then docked at a tiki bar!

Beach Bum Charters
Response from Charter operator

Thanks so much, it certainly was our pleasure! Enjoy the rest of your stay!

Mark Lyons
Mark Lyons
us
New Jersey, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great trip exceeded our expectations
4 Hour – Beach & Sandbar Afternoon on May 25, 20266 adults2 children

The captain was extremely knowledgeable of the history of all best areas on Siesta. Tour famous people and homes. Sand bar and shark teeth, dolphins manatee best time!!

Beach Bum Charters
Response from Charter operator

Thanks so much Mr. Mark, we hope to see you again soon! safe travels!

Doug Dietzel
Doug Dietzel
Repeat customer
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2026
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Awesome Day
4 Hour – Beach & Sandbar Afternoon on April 30, 20264 adults3 children

Captain Paul was great! Had dolphins jumping in our wake multiple times which thrilled the kids and adults alike.

Beach Bum Charters
Response from Charter operator

thanks so much Doug! we hope to see you and your group back out again!

Joshua Silver
Joshua Silver
us
Indiana, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Perfect Day!
4 Hour – Morning Sandbar Trip on March 27, 20265 adults3 children

Spent the day as a family of 8 exploring sand bars with Tobey! We had a fantastic time and would highly recommend

Beach Bum Charters
Response from Charter operator

Thanks guys! we hope to see you back again soon!

FAQs about Beach Bum Charters SunDancer

Beach Bum Charters SunDancer offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $680 per group - 4 Hour – Beach & Sandbar Afternoon (4 hours)
  • US $680 per group - 4 Hour – Morning Sandbar Trip (4 hours)
When you book a trip with Beach Bum Charters SunDancer, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • VHF Radio
  • Chart Plotter
  • Depth Finder
  • Anchor
  • Wheel Steering
  • Life Jackets
  • Bimini
  • Shower
  • Audio System
  • Outside Speakers
  • Ice Box
  • Fishfinder
  • Baitwell
  • Rod Holders
Trips booked with Beach Bum Charters SunDancer include:
  • Snorkeling Equipment
Beach Bum Charters SunDancer offers the following activities:
  • Boat & Yacht Tours
  • Pontoon & Tiki Boat Tours
  • Canal Boat Tours
  • Sunset Dinner Cruises
  • Island Hopping
  • Booze Cruises
  • Snorkeling & Diving Tours
  • Eco-Tours
  • Sandbar Tours
  • Birthday Celebrations
  • Bachelorette & Bachelor Parties
  • Proposal & Engagement Trips
  • Corporate & Group Events

Your operator

Beach Bum Charters
Beach Bum Charters
Beach Bum Charters

Sarasota, Florida, United States

ID & license verified
22 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since September 2024

I have run boats 16 foot to 45 foot in the Sarasota area since 2016 and there is no place I would rather be! Hey there, I'm Captain Tobey, Owner and Primary Captain. I'm looking forward to being your Captain for the day! I have been running boats since I was a kid in Ohio, a great state to be from, and once I moved to the Sarasota area in 2016 I knew I had to do more with it. Having attained my U.S. Coast Guard 25 Ton Master License, I struck out to with the goal to replace my current job with this one! In this area I started out in a local boat club, I've had the pleasure of learning our waterways and all the best spots in the area from several of the area's best captains, so kick back and enjoy the ride in comfort, style and safety while we take you to experience the best that our are waterways have to offer. Having spent a lot of time overseas as a contractor, I have found my true passion in the crystal clear seafoam waters of Sarasota. Normally I travel for work and only spend a few months at a time in the area. I decided to turn my passion for the area into an opportunity to share the gems of our home in an effort to hopefully never work another day in my life! We want to offer a taste of local life in Sarasota and share the abundance, beauty, and joy of some of the things we love to spend our days doing. We love to help people make life long memories about that time at the sand bar, or lido beach for the beach party. Generating smiles is what we are all about! Taking some inspiration from one of our favorite shows, Below Deck we strive to offer the big luxury boat experience in a smaller package with all the amenities, toys, games, chairs and floats available to the premium beach party package in addition to the sand bar parties. Inquire within today and lets plan a day you and your favorite beach bums will never forget!

ID & license verified
22 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since September 2024

I have run boats 16 foot to 45 foot in the Sarasota area since 2016 and there is no place I would rather be! Hey there, I'm Captain Tobey, Owner and Primary Captain. I'm looking forward to being your Captain for the day! I have been running boats since I was a kid in Ohio, a great state to be from, and once I moved to the Sarasota area in 2016 I knew I had to do more with it. Having attained my U.S. Coast Guard 25 Ton Master License, I struck out to with the goal to replace my current job with this one! In this area I started out in a local boat club, I've had the pleasure of learning our waterways and all the best spots in the area from several of the area's best captains, so kick back and enjoy the ride in comfort, style and safety while we take you to experience the best that our are waterways have to offer. Having spent a lot of time overseas as a contractor, I have found my true passion in the crystal clear seafoam waters of Sarasota. Normally I travel for work and only spend a few months at a time in the area. I decided to turn my passion for the area into an opportunity to share the gems of our home in an effort to hopefully never work another day in my life! We want to offer a taste of local life in Sarasota and share the abundance, beauty, and joy of some of the things we love to spend our days doing. We love to help people make life long memories about that time at the sand bar, or lido beach for the beach party. Generating smiles is what we are all about! Taking some inspiration from one of our favorite shows, Below Deck we strive to offer the big luxury boat experience in a smaller package with all the amenities, toys, games, chairs and floats available to the premium beach party package in addition to the sand bar parties. Inquire within today and lets plan a day you and your favorite beach bums will never forget!

What the boat is like

Boat category
Center console boats
Boat type
Center console
Boat manufacturer
Hurricane
Boat Model
GS-231
Year built
2006
Restored in
2024
Boat length
23 ft
Capacity
11 persons
Engine model
Yamaha
Max crusing speed
40 knots
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Engine Type
Outboard
Fuel Type
Gas
Number of toilets
1 toilet
Boat category
Center console boats
Boat type
Center console
Boat manufacturer
Hurricane
Boat Model
GS-231
Year built
2006
Restored in
2024
Boat length
23 ft
Capacity
11 persons

Which kind of activities are offered

Boat & Yacht Tours
Pontoon & Tiki Boat Tours
Canal Boat Tours
Sunset & Dinner Cruise
Island Hopping
Booze Cruises
Snorkeling & Diving Tours
Snorkels Available for addtional fee
Eco-Tours
Sandbar Tours
Birthday Celebrations
Bachelorette & Bachelor Parties
Proposal & Engagement Trips
Corporate & Group Events

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
VHF Radio
Chart Plotter
Depth Finder
Anchor
Wheel Steering
Life Jackets
Bimini
Shower
Audio System
Outside Speakers
Ice Box
Fishfinder
Baitwell
Rod Holders

What's included in the trip price

Snorkeling Equipment
$2 per

What’s allowed on the boat

Child Friendly
All ages are welcome!
Smoking
Alcohol
'BE RESPONSIBLE'
Glass Bottles
Shoes
Pets
Swimming
Red Wine

What additional terms you should be aware of

Security deposit of US $170 per tour is required

A refundable deposit of US $170 per tour is required at boat pick-up and will be returned to you when the boat is returned without damage. Security deposit is to be paid directly to the charter operator.


Fuel is included

Fuel is included in the price of the rental.

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

More details

How you can pay

Reserve with a 10% booking deposit, pay the captain the rest

When the captain confirms your trip, BoatBooker charges your credit card a 10% booking deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

 Cash

 Visa

 Mastercard

 American Express

 PayPal

 Bank transfer

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.

Compare similar boating charters

Current
Beach Bum Charters SunDancer
Beach Bum Charters SunDancer
4.9
/5
(14 reviews)
23 feet
Group size 1 - 11
1 - 11
4 hour trip • up to 11 persons
US $680