AMI Escapes Boat Tours

    4.9 193 reviews

    AMI Escapes welcomes you aboard for a relaxed, all-inclusive day on the emerald waters surrounding Anna Maria Island. Every charter is private and built around your group’s pace—whether that means snorkeling Egmont Key’s storied r...

    Review summary

    4.9
    Excellent
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    Captain Zach seems to be the star of the show here, earning consistent praise for his knowledge, patience, and ability to make families feel like they've gained a new friend by the end of their trip. Multiple reviewers mention how great he was with kids during fishing excursions, teaching basics and finding the best spots. Captains Brad, Lane, John, and Angel also get shoutouts for their expertise and friendly service. The boats come well-equipped with fun extras like underwater scooters, paddle boards, and water floats, making these tours flexible enough to accommodate whatever you're after, whether that's sandbar hopping, wildlife spotting, or fishing. The crew clearly knows where to find dolphins and manatees, and they're willing to adjust the itinerary to match what you want to see. A couple of reviews mention booking confusion and communication hiccups, with one customer experiencing a scheduling mix-up and another having trouble receiving photos afterward. Florida weather can cut tours short, which is understandable but worth keeping in mind when planning. Overall though, families with kids of all ages rave about these tours as vacation highlights, and the captains' personalized attention makes the difference.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5

    We booked a half day tour for our family of 6. It was an amazing experience. We loved the boat, it was comfortable and very well stocked for lots of fun activities. We fished, snorkeled, used the underwater scooter, jumped and lounged on the float, and searched for lots of treasures. Captain Lane made sure we had everything we needed throughout the afternoon. He helped our youngest to fish and would inflate the float at each stop. He made sure we were safe and had a great time! This trip was memorable for all of us and we would recommend AMI Escapes to anyone looking to explore new places around AMI.

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    Laura Weaver

    August 1, 2024

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