Chart your own course aboard a 22-foot deck boat
3–8 hrs
Up to 9 people
Anchors, VHF, fish finder
Take the helm of a 22-foot Hurricane deck boat for an independent day on the water. Use onboard navigation tools and tailor the outing with optional rental extras.
This booking is for the whole experience, which fits up to 9 guests.
Full refund with at least 48 hours' notice. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows are charged the full price.
Product ID: 8B963C
Bring comfortable clothing and shoes, a swimsuit, sunscreen, drinks or snacks, and a camera. Bring photo ID if you are 21 or older or are a service member, including military, fire, or police personnel.
Cambria Hotel Docks
Charter Finders delivers consistently excellent boat adventures, with experienced captains like John, Graham, Tim, and Hunter earning enthusiastic praise from families and couples alike. Guests rave about the personalized attention that comes with smaller group sizes, which creates a more intimate and special experience compared to large commercial cruises. The captains clearly know the local waters well, reliably finding dolphins that swim alongside the boat and leading groups to prime spots for snorkeling, shelling at Shell Key Island, and exploring area ruins. What really stands out is how adaptable and knowledgeable the captains are. When weather or water conditions affect plans, they pivot smoothly to ensure guests still have a memorable day. People appreciate the storytelling and historical insights shared during trips, plus thoughtful touches like coolers stocked with ice for drinks. The dolphin sightings seem to be a genuine highlight across nearly every trip, with manatees and stingrays making occasional appearances too. Whether you're celebrating a milestone birthday or anniversary, or just want a relaxing few hours on the water, this outfit consistently creates the kind of experience families talk about long after their Florida vacation ends.
We had a great time! Todd was the best captain! Will definitely be booking again with y'all!! It was a great way to celebrate my birthday! Thank y'all so much!
Alysha Fontaine
June 28, 2026
We had a great time! Todd was the best captain! Will definitely be booking again with y'all!! It was a great way to celebrate my birthday! Thank y'all so much!
Alysha Fontaine
June 28, 2026
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