Enjoy your time on the water with an experienced local captain handling the boat.

Manatee River Boat Rentals and Water Sports provides private captain services in Anna Maria Island and Bradenton, including trips aboard select partner-owned vessels. Eric Hollar brings 20 years of boating experience and a friendly, professional approach to every trip.

With 20 years on the water, Eric is comfortable working with families, couples, and groups of all kinds.

He focuses on:

🛟 Safe and responsible boat operation
🧭 Local waterway knowledge
🚤 Comfortable, confident boat handling
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 A relaxed experience for families and groups
📍 Planning routes around current conditions

You can sit back, enjoy your time together, and let your captain handle the operation of the boat.

When you book a private captain service through Manatee River Boat Rentals, your group has exclusive use of the boat.

For customers who do not have their own vessel, select partner-owned boats are available with Eric as your captain.

Our Bradenton-area partner vessel is a spacious tritoon suited for private groups exploring the local waterways.

Captain services give your group flexibility to enjoy the day without having to operate the boat yourself.

Depending on conditions and your interests, your captain can help you explore, cruise, swim, sightsee, visit different areas, or simply spend time together on the water.

There is no need to choose a specialized tour just to enjoy a private day on the boat.

Private captain services are available throughout the Anna Maria Island and Bradenton area.

Routes and destinations are determined with your captain based on weather, water conditions, timing, and your group's preferences.

If you already have your own boat, Eric also provides captain-for-hire services for boat owners who want professional help operating or navigating their vessel.

For those services, visit our Captain Services page.

Want an experienced captain to handle the boat while you enjoy the day?

Contact Manatee River Boat Rentals and Water Sports to discuss private captain services in Anna Maria Island or Bradenton.

Experienced captain. Private boat. Your time on the water.