Captain Don is our favorite captain yet! His boat was super clean and he's very polite and nice. We…read morecan't wait to take our 6 year old to Eggmont with him.

We spent another fantastic afternoon with Captain Don, again. He's now our official "go to" when…read morewe want to get out on the water in Anna Maria. He took us to the Island Grill - highly recommend. Found some dolphins to follow us back to the marina! Really, really fun. Captain Don is a great host and the boat is big, comfortable and immaculate. We'll be back!

Super clean and professional. Attentive. Like a private cruise…read more Definitely would consider using them again if we were using anyone

My boss wanted a charter for July 4th and the Ritz recommended Ulta Yacht. I handled all the…read morearrangements with Captain Ed which was very efficient and full of detail. This was an 8 hour day event with The Enchanted and they had a fabulous time. Ordered the SUP as extras and the guests thoroughly enjoyed the water. I highly recommend letting Ultra Yacht take care of your catering needs so you just show up ready to go! Thank you for making my boss very happy and I myself intend to make arrangements with you for future personal event. Cheers!

We booked a morning charter hoping to do some snorkeling but the weather turned against us. High…read morewinds made snorkeling impossible. So we cruised along the nearby islands observing wildlife. John has a very good sense of wildlife in the area and provided a solid tour. Also, John is very safety conscious. Would recommend him for families because he's a family man who has raised kids and wants everyone to have a fun but safe time on his boat.

Had a blast! A must do when in Bradenton! Took a sunset cruise with some high school girlfriends…read more Captain John is super friendly and knowledgeable. We got to see many native birds and dolphins. We also learned some of the area history. Captain John is pretty hilarious and kept us laughing. He also made sure we saw a stunning sunset. Made some great memories! Don't miss this!

I'm always looking for unique ways to celebrate my husband's birthday - whether it be a zip-lining…read moreadventure, an afternoon playing with tiger cubs or an all you can eat party in a chocolate store. This year I kept the streak alive with a charming overnight stay onboard the Dream Lover. Our hosts, Kay & Jonathan (yes, that's Captain Cook) and their dog Skipper welcomed us aboard like long lost family. We enjoyed a beautiful breezy afternoon chatting topside over a nice glass of wine and some snacks. Kay and Jonathan gave us lots of suggestions for places to dine and we spent the evening exploring the area. Later that night after dinner we lounged on deck - enjoying the night air. Our accommodations in the captains quarters gave us a first hand taste of what living on a boat is like from the gentle rocking and splashing sounds against the hull to the unusual blender-like action when you flushed the head (that's boating lingo for toilet to you land lubbers!) Just two blocks off the sand, we took a 3 mile walk on the beach the next morning and came back to a wonderful breakfast and generous amounts of coffee! Then Jonathan treated us to a little tour in and around the surrounding marinas on their dinghy Bad Dog. It was the perfect way to cap off the stay. If you are looking for a unique place, if the idea of life on a boat intrigues you, if you are willing to exchange the cookie cutter experience of a chain motel for a one of a kind, authentically nautical overnight experience (with all the quirks that entails) this is the place for you.

I cannot say enough good things about our weekend aboard the Dream Lover! Jonathan and Kay we're…read moredefinitely kindred spirits- so welcoming made us feel right at home. We enjoyed spending time with them and learning all about the boat- something we have never thought much about! Breakfast was to die for, and the wine a fantastic added bonus;-) I have never felt more at home while on vacation- and that is NOT an exaggeration! The boat is well kept, clean, and oh so comfortable. It was such a unique way to spend our anniversary- I cannot wait to bring our daughter back for a weekend adventure and would recommend a stay to anyone looking for something out of the ordinary.

This is our second year with Captain Kim's tours and we toured with the Captain, herself…read more It was very windy and choppy, but we saw a ton of dolphins and she scooped up plenty of critters for us to examine. We went to a sand bar and scooped up live sand dollars (carefully) and a huge whelk and whelk eggs. It was a very different tour than last year, but she was so adaptable and obviously knows the area/ is incredibly knowledgeable about the bay, the homes along the water, and all the animals within. We'll be back with her next year!!!

We had SO much fun on our combination tour with Connie! She was great! We found so many cool shells…read moreand creatures! We caught crabs and starfish and did get to see some dolphins. It was a wonderful day! We went at 930 so it wasn't hot and we were able to have the whole afternoon for other activities. Definitely check this out. Our kids, 10 and 3 loved it!

What an excellent experience from the initial contact through Capt Carlos. The entire experience…read morewas first class top notch. I would highly recommend.

From the owner: Ultra-Yacht offers the fun of the marine lifestyle without having to own a boat. Our own team of…read moreUS Coast Guard Licensed Captains operates our fleet of professionally maintained vessels so you can relax and enjoy your time on the water. Our private charters start when you want and end when you want, offering you both convenience and value. From Sunscreen to Champagne, we have you covered.

I highly recommend this amazing charter with Captain Brian and First Mate, Christina. We had such a…read moreblast on the water and will definitely book again. We went to Midnight Pass, where the beach was pristine with fluffy sand. Floated in the water, and soaking up the sun! You won't be disappointed with Tortuga Boat Adventures.

From the owner: At Tortuga Boat Adventures, we have been providing unique boating adventures to the Sarasota,…read moreVenice and Bradenton area for over 15 years. Our experience and expertise in the industry make us the go to choice for all your boating charter occasions - Sandbar excursions, Tiki restaurant and bar hopping, Dolphin, Turtle and Manatee watching, Beach stops, Sunset cruises. We specialize in providing boat tours around Sarasota`s breathtaking coastline. We also offer family friendly & pet friendly boat tours. We have the perfect adventure waiting for you!

This experience was one of the best on our vacation. We got to see the beautiful city scape and…read morefish in the water. I really enjoyed being able to relax far away from everything. As we were being pulled back in they dipped us in the water several times and it was great. (Even though my cousin isn't a fan of heights and dint like it) I had a great time and would suggest to anyone who likes a little excitement (Dispite the price tag)

We booked an excursion for our 17 & 15 year olds. They had a wonderful time out on the boat and…read moresaid the team was informative about the safety measures and took time to answer their questions. We also purchased the photo package and received those later in the day.

We did a private daytime charter from Orca Pro Charters AMI to do some bar hopping and cruising…read more Saw over 10 dolphins, had amazing drinks, and the perfect amount of sun. Couldn't have been a more pleasant day. Would highly recommend an outing next time you are on Anna Maria Island!

We loved our morning dolphin tour with Matt. The boat is so comfortable and was perfect for our…read moremorning on the water. Matt had lots of great stories and tidbits to share along the way and seeing the area from the water was a real treat. We had amazing interactions with dolphins and Matt was great at finding them. Everyone said this was their favorite experience of our vacation. Can't wait to comeback next year.