Relax on a 2-hour private cruise through Sarasota and Roberts Bays
2 hours
Up to 16 people
Captain, bottled water, ice
Cruise the protected waters of Sarasota and Roberts Bays on a private charter aboard a United States Coast Guard (USCG)-inspected vessel. Bring your own drinks and snacks, socialize onboard, and keep watch for dolphins, manatees, and other local wildlife.
The boat accommodates up to 16 guests.
Full refund if you cancel at least 5 days before your scheduled tour. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows are charged the full price.
Yes. Acknowledge the online waiver form before your cruise.
Arrive at the docks at least 15 minutes before your departure time for check-in.
Yes. Barefoot Tiki Tours is bring your own drinks, so you can bring your favorite beverages and any snacks you want for your private dolphin cruise.
Captain Stephen, Captain Steve, Harry, and Danni come up repeatedly in reviews, and it's clear this crew genuinely makes the experience. Guests rave about how attentive, knowledgeable, and fun they are, from handing drinks to guests floating at the sandbar to snapping photos and keeping the good times going throughout the trip. The setup is pretty laid back and BYOB friendly. You bring your own food and drinks, they supply coolers and ice, and you can connect your phone to the boat's speakers. Tours stay small, capping around 12 to 16 people, which keeps things relaxed and personal rather than touristy and crowded. The sunset and dolphin cruises are the clear crowd favorites, and wildlife sightings seem pretty common, with multiple guests spotting dolphins up close. Views of the Sarasota and Siesta Key waterfront round things out nicely. If you're looking for a low-key but memorable time on the water with a crew that clearly cares, this one is worth booking.
Had an amazing time on Barefoot Tiki’s sandbar tour. The weather was perfect, music was on point, and the shotski was so much fun. We saw so many dolphins too! What a way to spend our first time in Sarasota, we will definitely be back for another tour!
Glackter
May 24, 2026
Had an amazing time on Barefoot Tiki’s sandbar tour. The weather was perfect, music was on point, and the shotski was so much fun. We saw so many dolphins too! What a way to spend our first time in Sarasota, we will definitely be back for another tour!
Glackter
May 24, 2026
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