Private Sarasota Charter: Wildlife Watching Experience
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101 Ratings
Sarasota
Embark on a private Sarasota charter for a thrilling wildlife watching experience. Spot manatees, dolphins, and a variety of birds while exploring Siesta Key, Casey Key, and Venice. Don't miss the chance to explore beautiful homes, visit a tiki bar, and stroll along the beaches. Book now!
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Sarasota - We will depart from the Marina in Sarasota and travel out into the intracoastal waterway!
- Casey Key - As we make our way out the intracoastal we will head south towards Venice! Our first sight will be Historic Spanish Point! A home to early Florida settlers and a historically important archaeological site! Immediately following we will pass under the Casey Key Swing Bridge, one of only 83 still in operation in the US!
- Venice - As we continue on our way south the color of the water begins to transform from brown brackish water to a clear aquamarine tropical paradise. This is largely due to the flow of fresh water coming in from Venice Inlet! Keep your eyes open for Dolphin!
As we arrive in Venice Inlet we will pass many great tikis! We can stop for a bite or a cocktail or head to snake island for some shelling! We can always hit the tiki on the way back so no rush! Lets go shelling!
- Nokomis - After shelling and a splash let’s stop for a quick bite or pick up something to go! Pop’s Subset grill is a great spot! Not hungry? Let’s head north and look for Dolphins! We can always stop at Casey Key Fish house by the swing bridge!
- Siesta Key - As we get back to Sarasota and Siesta Key we will checkout the mangroves and beautiful homes as we make our way back to port! What a blast!
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Cooler provided
- Selection of snacks
- Bluetooth stereo available
- Beach toys included
Additional Information
This one-of-a-kind nautical journey offers your group the chance to view Siesta Key, Casey Key, and Venice in a completely new light. Be prepared to witness Manatees surfacing for breath, Dolphins frolicking in the bay, and fish leaping in the water. Stay vigilant for bird species such as the Heron, Osprey, and Swallowtail Kite! We’ll traverse past numerous striking residences, take a pause at the tiki, and explore the beaches for shells! This excursion promises a memorable adventure! Join us on board, we are eager to welcome you!
- No Smoking aboard the boat
- Captain Justin is CPR and First Aid Certified
Location
7700 S Tamiami Trail
South Tamiami Trail
Head down to the dock where Captain Justin and his boat “Imagine” will be waiting for you! Look for the large sign with SK Boat Charters logo on it! It is visible from a distance! You can’t miss us! Always feel free to call Captain Justin if you have any questions!
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
5.0
(101 Ratings)
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Frances_p
Apr 12, 2024
Nice Day on the water - Simply the boat ride. Enjoyed lunch location. Captain very personable. BUT don’t like this review system. Everytime I select submit it wants more verbiage!!
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Brian
Apr 10, 2024
Captain Justin ROCKS!! - Captain Justin ROCKS!! He’s so easy going and easy to talk to. He lets you pick which direction you’d like to go and has suggestions for places to stop on the way. He had sand toys for the littles and the boat is very comfortable. He’s full of info and made for a perfect half day for us 4 adults and a toddler.
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Jason_f
Apr 5, 2024
Fabulous Sarasota boat trip - What a great afternoon! Capt Justin was fantastic, lots of dolphins and wildlife. Definitely recommend!
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Lindsayl945
Mar 30, 2024
Amazing boat ride with breathtaking views - Wonderful experience with Captain Justin! Boat was clean and beautiful and he customized the ride to fit our needs and felt very safe and he is was very knowledgeable of the areas. Overall a beautiful boat ride!
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Samueldiozzy
Mar 29, 2024
Awesome, will book again! - Captain Justin was super patient and accommodating. Had a great eye for wildlife! We were lucky enough to see dolphins and manatees. He knew the water was choppy from an earlier outing and called to make sure we knew the conditions. Overall we would definitely recommend heading out with this charter company he does an excellent job. We will be calling Captain Justin for any future charters.
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Gina_g
Mar 23, 2024
Perfect Day on the Water - We had a great day on the water with Captain Justin! He was very personable and customized the time to make it perfect for us. We stopped for the kids to do some shelling at south lido and at a tiki bar for the adults. We all had a great time seeing Siesta and Sarasota by boat! We also appreciated his local recos for dinner and drink spots.
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Pattiwicks
Mar 22, 2024
Great trip with Justin. ... - Great trip with Justin. Enjoyed learning about the area and the beautiful beach stop. Boat and captain too notch!!
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Ann_w
Mar 19, 2024
A great way to R&R. - This boat tour is just a great way to enjoy the Sarasota coast line with friends. We were able to see the local birds and dolphins, do some shelling and make a stop at a Sarasota tiki bar!
I would recommend.
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Jason_c
Mar 17, 2024
Great Day In Sarasota - We had a fantastic day. Very comfortable and relaxing and also informative learning a lot about the area and the wildlife. Captain Justin is great, highly recommend.
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Tiffany_c
Mar 11, 2024
Great Family Excursion - Our family had a great boat trip. Was perfect for our kids aged 7, 5, and 2. We were able to spot some dolphins and the beach at the south end of Lido Key was beautiful! The captain even found a way for our 5 year old to see a mermaid, which made her trip!
Thank you!!
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