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    Cruise Tampa Bay on a 6-Hour Party Boat Charter

    6-hour private party boat for up to 12, with captain and floaties included

    4.9 stars• 243 reviews
    From$931incl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    6 hrs

    Ideal For

    Up to 12 people

    Includes

    Captain, fuel, water

    Highlights

    Cruise the river with your group, stop at waterfront bars and restaurants, and hop in for a swim. Bring your own drinks and food, then connect your playlist with onboard Bluetooth music.

    • Cruise the river with a private captain
    • Stop at waterfront bars and restaurants for drinks and food
    • Swim and cool off during the charter
    • Bring your own drinks and food onboard
    • Play your music with onboard Bluetooth

    What's Included

    • Captain
    • Fuel
    • Water
    • Cooler
    • Taxes
    • Two floaties (unicorn and flamingo)

    Things to know

    Bring a photo ID. All passengers are required to adhere to U.S. laws.

    Split the cost with your group

    This booking is for the whole experience, which fits up to 12 guests.

    From$77per person
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    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel 7+ days before for a full refund. Cancel less than 7 days but more than 48 hours before: 50% deposit kept, 50% refunded. Cancel within 48 hours: full amount charged. Full refund for weather cancellations if the operator cancels.

    FAQs

    Yes. You pay a captain fee on arrival at a rate of $30 per hour. Captain tips are not included and are suggested at 20%.

    Bring a photo ID. You can also bring sunscreen, towels, and bathing suits. If you plan to eat or drink onboard, bring ice plus any food and drinks you want, along with any needed cups and plates.

    Plan to arrive 30 minutes prior to departure to allow time for parking, check-in, and a safety briefing. The boat departs promptly at the scheduled time and won’t turn around for late groups.

    Meeting details

    Ricks on the River, 2305 N. Willow Ave, Tampa, FL 33607

    Experience provided by Staying Afloat Party Boat
    Experience provided by Staying Afloat Party Boat

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    6 Hour Private Charter

    $931.27

    Fits up to 12 guests · 6 hrs

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    Review summary

    4.9
    Excellent
    243 reviews•Google Maps
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    Guests consistently rave about their captains here, with Captain Greg getting particular praise for his professionalism, local knowledge, and flexibility with scheduling changes due to weather. Multiple bachelorette parties specifically mention how accommodating he was with last-minute adjustments. Other captains like Matt, Erin, Ross, and Hunter also earn enthusiastic reviews for creating memorable experiences, with one guest noting how their captain made a dog feel welcome on board, even providing a floatie for the pup to rest on. The boat trips typically include stops at islands with amenities like waterslides and nearby restaurant recommendations. Groups describe feeling safe and comfortable, even those initially nervous about being on the water. A couple recent reviews mention maintenance concerns like taped seats and boats in rough condition, plus one instance where an island destination was unexpectedly closed. The pool floaties were noted as being just four noodles rather than what some expected. These seem like isolated incidents rather than patterns, but worth keeping in mind. Overall, this appears to be a solid choice for celebrations and group outings in the Tampa area.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 3
    5/5

    ✨Can’t say enough nice things about Matt at the Tampa location! He was so fun relaxed and knowledgeable! As well as accommodating! His demeanor instantly made us all feel safe and that we were spending the day with an old friend! We also had the pleasure of meeting Greg! He was funny and wanted to make sure everyone around had a great time! They both spent time helping us find shark and ray teeth it was SUCH a cool experience! You can tell they truly love what they do. My only regret is not booking a longer boat trip! Thank you so much Matt! ✨

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    Casey Robinson

    April 12, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    ✨Can’t say enough nice things about Matt at the Tampa location! He was so fun relaxed and knowledgeable! As well as accommodating! His demeanor instantly made us all feel safe and that we were spending the day with an old friend! We also had the pleasure of meeting Greg! He was funny and wanted to make sure everyone around had a great time! They both spent time helping us find shark and ray teeth it was SUCH a cool experience! You can tell they truly love what they do. My only regret is not booking a longer boat trip! Thank you so much Matt! ✨

    Photo of Casey Robinson

    Casey Robinson

    April 12, 2026

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