Set your own pace on the water with Beach Bum Charters SunDancer, offering fully customizable start times to fit your perfect Sarasota adventure.
"Our family came down to visit and we decided to book the morning sandbar cruise." — Janna,
Set sail on Casey Key Water Taxi Tours aboard a beautifully restored 2006 Bennington 26 Pontoon (2025) from Osprey. Perfect for up to six guests, this spacious pontoon is powered by a 150 HP Yamaha outboard, cruising comfortably at 25 knots.
"Captain Charlie couldn’t have made the trip any better. He was extremely nice, professional and accommodating." — Kevin,
Get ready for an unforgettable experience with Get Salty Charters, a premier boating adventure based in beautiful Sarasota! Step aboard our 2015 Southwind 239L Deck Boat, designed for comfort, style, and fun on the water.
"Get Salty Charters was super accommodating for our family of 5." — Nicole,
All of our trips have customizable start times, just ask, please note groups over. Step aboard Beach Bum Charters, a freshly restored 2004 Hurricane FD-218R Deck Boat, and experience the best of Sarasota by water.
"What a fantastic experience we had. My family and I decided to book this somewhat last minute, they had availability and we’re eager to get us on the water." — Anne,
Come for an unforgettable adventure with SRQ Boat Charters LLC, featuring a 2008 Century 2901 Center Console, based in Sarasota.
"We had the absolute BEST day with Captain Rob! From the moment we met him, he was incredibly kind, accommodating, and made our entire family feel completely comfortable and taken care of." — Alicia,
Wild Catch Tours is a 2007 Andros Tarpon 26 Center console (restored in 2023), based out of Sarasota. It can take up to eight guests. The boat is powered by one 300 HP gasoline outboard Suzuki engine, offering a maximum cruising speed of 40 knots.
"Our family had such a wonderful experience on our latest outing with Captain Jerry." — Jane, Illinois
Experience the beauty of Sarasota from the water with Sarasota Sunset Charters aboard a 2014 True World Marine TE288 Cruiser, beautifully restored in 2024.
"i booked a sunset excusion with Captain Pat and had the best evening." — Jacqueline,
At New Wave Boat Charters, we believe the best way to experience Sarasota is from the water. Create lasting memories with safe, laid-back, and personalized boat tours in Sarasota and surrounding areas.
"WOW! We had such a great time with Captain Raphael and Simone!" — Denise, Florida
Sabrina’s Buoy is a comfortable and fun 2005 Catamaran Cruiser Party Barge pontoon based in Sarasota, perfect for relaxed cruising and unforgettable days on the water.
"There are moments when you truly can call it a perfect day. This trip with Sabrina’s Bouy was one of those idyllic days in paradise." — Norma,
Discover why Osprey is a favorite launch point for exploring Florida's Gulf Coast. Nestled on Little Sarasota Bay along the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway, Osprey offers calm, protected waters ideal for sightseeing cruises, family-friendly excursions, wildlife watching, and inshore angling. With Osprey boating charters, you can trace scenic shorelines, slip into quiet coves, and enjoy panoramic bay views with the Gulf just beyond the passes to the south and north.
A signature landmark is the historic, one‑lane Blackburn Point Swing Bridge, which links the mainland to Casey Key. Cruising beneath or near this storied crossing sets the tone for a classic "Old Florida" outing, followed by shoreline cruising along Casey Key's natural stretches and serene residential waterfronts. Sunset rides often reward guests with glowing skies over the barrier island.
Nature lovers can pair a charter with paddling or tender adventures around nearby mangrove-lined waterways. South Creek at Oscar Scherer State Park flows toward the bay, offering a peaceful route for kayaks and a chance to spot native birdlife. Freshwater and saltwater options sit side by side here: Lake Osprey provides a family-friendly freshwater setting, while the bay invites light-tackle action and relaxed sightseeing.
Whether you're planning a half-day cruise, a wildlife-focused tour, or a laid‑back beach-and-bay hop, Osprey boating charters put you close to everything that makes this corner of Southwest Florida special—protected waters, a storied bridge, pristine barrier‑island scenery, and easy Intracoastal access for smooth, memorable days on the water.
