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Private Sarasota Charter: Wildlife Watching Experience
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104 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
(104 Ratings)
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Dragonr4
Jun 20, 2024
Capt. Justin top notch! - Got a call the morning of the excursion … wind advisory was in effect and he explained the snorkeling after the recent storm.
He was very gracious in laying it all out; he reiterated he just wanted my family and I to have a good trip.
We decided not to go and he gave a full refund. We will definitely be rebooking! How many people would do this the day of and just want the best for their customers?
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Kathryn_k
Jun 1, 2024
Relaxing morning on the water with the family - Our morning with Captain Justin was definitely a highlight of our week long trip in Siesta Key. He was so personable, it felt like a friend was taking us out on the water. The boat was very nice with options for shade or sun. He asked what we were most interested in doing, and we headed toward a cool sand bar where we swam for a bit and found some sand dollars. Along the way, we saw lots of wildlife including bird island, gorgeous homes, and just a different side of Siesta Key than our usual beach view. After swimming, we headed back where we were fortunate enough to have a pod of dolphins play with us along side of the boat. I would say this charter was a more chill, relaxing, private vibe which was perfect for us. Capt Justin also gave us some restaurant and beach recommendations which were spot on. We highly recommend spending a day with our new friend Capt Justin. He obviously cares about the environment and it's inhabitants, and will make sure you have the best time in his beautiful boat.
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Cindy_b
May 14, 2024
We had an amazing time - Most memorable part of experience was seeing manatee and dolphins and the smiles they put on my grandsons
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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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