Captained Boat Charters in Bradenton

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Serving Bradenton • Anna Maria Island  • Palmetto • Parrish • Lakewood Ranch• Ellenton 

Enjoy a stress-free day on the water with our private captained boat charters in Bradenton. Manatee River Boat Rentals and Water Sports provides experienced local captains who handle navigation, safety, and timing—so you can relax and enjoy the ride. Whether you’re visiting the Bradenton area, cruising the Manatee River, or heading to a sandbar, our captained charters in Bradenton can be fully customizable to your group.

Our Bradenton captained boat charters allow you to experience the best boating destinations in the area, including:

The Manatee River
Anna Maria Island (AMI)
Egmont Key
Passage Key
Jewfish Key
Popular local sandbars and island stops

Your captain will tailor the route based on weather, tides, and your preferences—whether that’s dolphin spotting, island hopping, swimming, or a laid-back cruise near Bradenton.

Our Bradenton captained boat charters are ideal for:

• Families and first-time boaters
• Vacationers staying in Bradenton 
• Bachelor & bachelorette parties
• Birthdays and special celebrations
• Corporate outings
• Sunset cruises and private eco tours near Bradenton 

• Licensed & experienced local captains
• No boating experience required
• Clean, well-maintained pontoon & tritoon boats
• Flexible half-day, full-day, and multi-day options
• Dock delivery available in Bradenton along the Manatee River
• Private charters — no shared boats
• Manatee Chamber of Commerce Member 

Your captained boat charter includes:

• Professional captain
• Safety equipment
• Route planning and local insight
• Time for swimming, sandbars, island stops, and sightseeing around Bradenton 
• Optional add-ons may include floating mats, coolers, or custom itinerary requests.

If you’re looking for a private captained boat charter near Anna Maria Island, Manatee River Water Sports delivers a safe, relaxing, and unforgettable experience on the water.