Sarasota Boat Tours & Excursions
Dolphin tours, snorkeling, and sunset cruises on Sarasota Bay and the Gulf — private excursions with local captains.
Sarasota's water is made for a day of cruising, and our private excursions make the most of it. Watch dolphins play in Sarasota Bay, snorkel the clear nearshore Gulf, drift the sandbars off Lido and Big Pass, and finish with a golden-hour sunset over the water.
Each trip is tailored to your group — a laid-back sightseeing cruise, a wildlife-watching run, or a snorkeling adventure. We provide the boat, an expert captain, bottled water, and a cooler with ice; you just bring your crew.
Getting to the Boat from Sarasota
All trips depart our marina at 6398 Marina Way, Holmes Beach, FL — 40–55 minutes (around 20 miles) from downtown Sarasota.
Why Cruise With Us from Sarasota
Sarasota guests book with us because our captains know the bay's rhythms — where the dolphins feed, which sandbars are best at which tide, and the calm, clear spots for snorkeling. It's the local knowledge that turns a boat ride into a highlight of the trip.
A cruise pairs perfectly with a Sarasota getaway — combine it with St. Armands Circle, Lido Key Beach, or Mote Marine for a complete day on and off the water.
Sarasota Boat Excursions
Sunset cruises, dolphin and wildlife tours, snorkeling, and island hopping — tailored to your group.
Sunset Cruises
Sail into a mesmerizing Gulf sunset with breathtaking views and unforgettable moments.
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Wildlife Tours
Discover the beauty of Anna Maria Island's marine and coastal wildlife in their natural habitats.
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Snorkeling Adventures
Dive into crystal-clear waters and explore vibrant underwater ecosystems.
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Island Cruises
Kick back, relax, and soak in the beauty of Anna Maria Island from the water.
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- Dolphin tours
- Wildlife & manatee sightings
- Snorkeling trips
- Sunset cruises
We cruise Sarasota Bay, New Pass and Big Pass, the nearshore Gulf from our Holmes Beach marina — taking in spots like Roberts Bay, Big Pass, New Pass, Lido Key, the Sarasota Bay flats, with every trip shaped around your group and the day's conditions.
Sarasota Excursion FAQs
- What Sarasota excursions can we book?
- Private dolphin and wildlife tours, snorkeling trips, scenic bay and sandbar cruises, and sunset cruises on Sarasota Bay and the nearby Gulf. Every trip is customizable to your group.
- Where do Sarasota excursions depart from?
- Trips depart our Holmes Beach marina, about 40 minutes north of downtown Sarasota, with easy access to Sarasota Bay, the passes, and the Gulf. We'll confirm the meeting details when you book.
Want to fish instead? See our Sarasota fishing charters.
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