Austin took us to multiple islands in PI sound. We went to the beach at Cayo Costa,checked out…read moreCabbage Key, lunch at Mangos. It was very easy to get on and off the boat. Austin is very knowledgeable about the area and is a fantastic captain! We will be doing this again. Our out of town guests loved it!!

If you're looking for something that's equal parts chill and a little adventurous, this sunset…read morecruise with Beyond Boundaries Excursions is exactly that. Whether you're out with friends or family it feels like the perfect way to wind down. The crew was super friendly and made the whole vibe feel easy with no pressure, no rush, just good energy and a great time. It didn't feel like a tour, more like a relaxed evening out on the water with people who love what they do. Honestly, I'd do it again in a heartbeat!

This is the worst company in the business. We have sailed and chartered everywhere. The boat was…read morebeat up, dirty and the smell from the head (urine) was overwhelming. We were scheduled for a 7 day overnight trip. Arrived late as scheduled and there was no potable water. Nearest store was 15 miles away. Decided to stay in motel that night. The owner operator is a former CEO from Chicago originally from an eastern block country. Rude and abrasive. Shyster best describes him. We cancelled. Put the matter in dispute and he objected. We are out $4100 and this guy walks. Do not do business with this company. Unbelievably negative experience. Go down the road to St. Pete or Charlotte Harbor Sailing LLC. Phil ended up being our instructor for sailing classes at Charlotte Harbor. This company is the worst sailing experience. Do no charter with them!

It is always great to have a knowledgeable person in charge of the most important parts of ANY trip…read more....and Chet exceeded our expectations. The reservation, pick up and drop off all went off without a hitch, the sailing cat we had for the week was well maintained and just as expected. They also had some great personal touches that we have not encountered with other charter companies ....and my friends are still raving. I love the area, and cannot imagine dealing with anyone else! I also hear they have a new cat or two about to be added to the fleet, which we would be excited to check out next time!

Now known as MATLACHA BOATING ADVENTURES - Excursion Date -…read more3/25/2024 Without a doubt... THE BEST TIME I'VE EVER HAD ON THE WATER - Bar None! Captain Will delivered as promised and we had the most enjoyable afternoon at the absolute best value of any excursion in ALL OF FLORIDA! Our family of four went out with the good Captain and his sister boat with Captain Chris and headed over to Coya Costa - Do NOT MISS THE MYSTERY BEACH - There is nothing like being the only souls on miles of beach in the pristine aqua-green waters of the Gulf. We also cruised a secluded bay filled with Manatee and saw nesting Osprey for the first part of the trip. All the time filled with little tid-bits of history and stories about the islands and wildlife. The short walk to the beach reminded you or an episode of Gilligan's Island or Survivor but to dip in the gulf water in early Spring weather with the feeling of secluded luxury was worth every single penny. We then journeyed to Cabbage Key and had a stop at the famous restaurant for some "ON-Point" and fresh Stone Crab followed by an excellent Cheeseburger that may or may not have inspired you-know-who to pen a famous song about such carnivorous habits..... That was topped off by the tangiest frozen Key-Lime pit and a few scoops of ice cream from the local creamery. The trip back to Pine Island and Captain Will's tailgate office found us enjoying the nostalgic views and gorgeous homes of Useppa Island followed by Dolphin views and then twenty minutes of the dolphin pod ridding the wake of our vessel. We could not have imagined how exciting, fun, and memorable this excursion was. Without a doubt, at the prices he charged, no other ferry, tour, or excursion gives you half as much for the money on the Florida coast. This little operation is highly recommended and I'm not easy to please. Another couple of two adults shared he boat with us and they were blown away too with words of praise and plans to repeat the trip again. As a tip, arrive early and check out the fish market. If you're lucky, Uno or Lefty as Captain Will calls him will be begging for fish at the back of the dock by the fish market. The wild dolphin was sheer joy to watch as were were literally inches away from him as he waited on a fish or two from the fleet dropping their catch at the market. We could have watched the huge bottle-nose dolphin for hours. That alone was a high-light worthy of calling it a day but our entire journey defied expectations. I can not recommend Captain Will & Company from Matlacha Boating Adventures. Support a Veteran Owned Business and enjoy an unforgettable trip around Charlotte Harbor and the Gulf of Mexico. This excursion made our trip a memory to cherish! Thanks Captain Will for an unprecedented time on the water!!! If you book elsewhere, you won't have as much fun and you'll pay too much!

While on vacation my friends and I took the sunset cruise. The Captain and first mate were great…read moreand so knowledgable about the wild life. We saw dolphins, a manatee and a ton of birds. Highly recommend the trip, plus you can bring your own food and drink.