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Experience the beauty of Florida's Gulf Coast with a private Anna Maria Island boat charter or customized Anna Maria Island boat tour designed exclusively for your group. Whether you're looking for an unforgettable dolphin tour, island hopping adventure, relaxing sandbar day, scenic sightseeing cruise, Egmont Key excursion, or a breathtaking sunset cruise, we'll create a personalized experience tailored to your interests. Unlike crowded group excursions, every trip includes your own USCG-licensed captain, a spacious luxury tritoon boat, and a flexible itinerary built around your group, allowing you to experience the best of Anna Maria Island at your own pace.
Anna Maria Island boat tours offer one of the best ways to explore Florida's Gulf Coast. Private boat tours allow visitors to see dolphins, visit Passage Key, Jewfish Key, and Egmont Key, relax on white-sand sandbars, enjoy sunset cruises, and experience the island from the water. Unlike crowded group tours, our private boat charters are customized exclusively for your group with a USCG-licensed captain.
⭐ 85+ Five-Star Reviews
✔ Private Tours Only
✔ Up to 12 Guests
✔ Family Friendly
✔ Flat Group Pricing
Want to captain your own adventure? Visit our Anna Maria Island Boat Rentals page to reserve a premium tritoon and explore Anna Maria Island, sandbars, and nearby waterways at your own pace.
There's no better way to explore Anna Maria Island than from the water.
Our private boat tours take you through crystal-clear bays, quiet mangrove shorelines, hidden sandbars, and the beautiful Gulf waters surrounding Anna Maria Island, Bradenton Beach, Longboat Key, Passage Key, Jewfish Key, and Egmont Key.
Because every charter is private, your captain can customize the experience based on weather, tides, wildlife activity, and what your group wants to do most.
Popular experiences include:
A private boat tour is one of the best ways to experience Anna Maria Island's beautiful waterways. From the calm waters of Anna Maria Sound to the white-sand beaches of Passage Key and the historic shores of Egmont Key, you'll enjoy stunning coastal scenery that simply can't be experienced from land. Every tour is customized for your group, allowing you to spend more time spotting dolphins, swimming at sandbars, or cruising along the Gulf Coast at your own pace.
Our private boat charters offer one of the best ways to experience Anna Maria Island from the water. Cruise through Anna Maria Sound, explore hidden sandbars, search for dolphins, swim in crystal-clear water, sunset tours, and visit islands only accessible by boat.
Every charter includes:
No two trips are exactly the same.
Depending on weather and water conditions, your captain may visit:
A beautiful white-sand island famous for shallow turquoise water and incredible scenery.
One of the area's favorite hidden sandbars with calm water perfect for relaxing.
Historic lighthouse, snorkeling, wildlife, and pristine beaches only accessible by boat.
Excellent location for dolphin sightings and scenic cruising.
Protected waters with spectacular coastal views and abundant marine life.
Anna Maria Island is one of Florida's best locations to see wild bottlenose dolphins.
Our captains know where dolphins are commonly seen feeding, playing, and traveling throughout the day.
While wildlife can never be guaranteed, dolphin sightings are common on many of our charters.
Looking specifically for dolphins?
👉 Explore our Anna Maria Island Dolphin Tours
Spend the day relaxing in crystal-clear water at some of Florida's most beautiful sandbars.
Popular stops include:
Bring your cooler, float, and enjoy a true Florida boating experience.
Finish your day with an unforgettable Gulf Coast sunset.
Evening boat tours offer incredible views of Anna Maria Island, Longboat Key, and the surrounding waterways as the sun sets over the Gulf of Mexico.
Learn more about our Anna Maria Island Sunset Cruises.
Many boat tours in the area operate shared or fixed-route experiences. Our charters are different.
Every trip includes:
✔ Completely private boat for your group only
✔ Local captains with area knowledge
✔ Flexible departure times and routes
✔ Custom itinerary based on conditions
✔ Clean, comfortable tritoon boats
✔ Access to sandbars, islands, and wildlife areas
✔ Safe, family-friendly experience
✔ No preset group schedules or crowded tours
The focus is on flexibility, comfort, and a personalized day on the water.
Our USCG-licensed captain spends hundreds of hours each year navigating the waters around Anna Maria Island, Passage Key, Jewfish Key, Egmont Key, and Tampa Bay. We monitor tides, weather, and wildlife activity daily to help create the best possible experience for every private charter.
Our private boat charters serve guests throughout:
Each charter begins with a brief overview from your captain, including weather conditions, route options, and guest preferences.
From there, your day is fully flexible.
You may spend more time:
No two trips are identical, which is what makes private boating the preferred option for many visitors.
Whether you're looking for an exciting dolphin tour, a relaxing sandbar day, an unforgettable sunset cruise, or a completely customized boating adventure, we'll create the perfect experience for your group.
Reserve your Anna Maria Island Boat Charter today and discover why families from across Florida choose Manatee River Boat Rentals & Water Sports.
Please reach us at manateeriverwatersports@gmail.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.
Your charter includes a private tritoon boat, an experienced local captain, fuel, and a fully customizable itinerary. You choose how you want to spend your time on the water, whether that’s dolphin watching, sandbar stops, or island cruising.
Our private boat charters can accommodate up to 12 passengers, making them perfect for families, couples, bachelor and bachelorette parties, birthdays, and small group outings.
Dolphin sightings are very common around Anna Maria Island, Passage Key, and the surrounding waterways. While wildlife can never be guaranteed, our captains regularly encounter bottlenose dolphins during our charters.
Yes. Most charters include opportunities to swim, float, relax at sandbars, or enjoy the clear waters around Anna Maria Island and nearby barrier islands.
Yes. Every charter is completely private for your group.
Absolutely. Weather, tides, and trip length permitting, your captain can include popular destinations such as Egmont Key State Park, Passage Key, Jewfish Key, and other scenic locations along Florida's Gulf Coast.
Departure locations vary based on your booking and conditions. Exact pickup details will be provided after reservation confirmation.
Your safety is our top priority. If weather conditions are unsafe for boating, we'll work with you to reschedule your charter or discuss the available options based on our cancellation policy.
We recommend bringing sunscreen, sunglasses, towels, swimsuits, hats, water, snacks, and a camera. If you plan to swim or visit sandbars, water shoes are also a great idea.
Yes. You're welcome to bring your own food, snacks, and beverages to enjoy during your private boat charter. We recommend bringing plenty of water, sunscreen, towels, and a cooler for your refreshments.
Manatee River Boat Rentals and Water Sports
Phone: 941-932-3700
Email: manateeriverwatersports@gmail.com
Location: 353 Shore Dr, Ellenton, FL 34222
Boat Rentals, sunset cruises, sandbar tours, and dolphin tours on the Manatee River, and serving customers searching for boat rentals near me in Bradenton • Anna Maria Island • Palmetto • Parrish • Lakewood Ranch• Ellenton
Pickup location details provided after booking
Hours:
Monday–Sunday: 7:30 AM – 7:30 PM
(Seasonal hours may vary)
Why Choose Us:
Family-owned • Clean, luxury tritoons • Easy on-the-water pickup • Safe & beginner-friendly • No hidden fees
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Bareboat Charter Disclaimer:
A bareboat charter (or "demise charter") is essentially a rental of the vessel only, similar to renting a car. The key elements and disclaimers are that the charterer must have full control and assume all responsibility. The person leasing the boat is responsible for operating it, including managing the crew, fuel, food, and insurance.
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