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    8-Hour Tampa Bay Party Boat Charter

    Cruise the river, bar hop, and swim with your group (up to 12)

    4.9 stars• 243 reviews
    From$1,058/ boatincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    8 hrs

    Ideal For

    Up to 12 people

    Includes

    Captain, fuel, bottled water

    Highlights

    Charter a party boat for 8 hours of river cruising, bar stops, and swim time in Tampa Bay. Bring your own drinks and food, and play your music over onboard Bluetooth.

    • Cruise the river with a private boat for your group
    • Stop at waterfront bars and restaurants for drinks and food
    • Bring your own drinks and food onboard
    • Swim during the charter when conditions allow
    • Play your playlist with onboard Bluetooth music

    What's Included

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

    Things to know

    Bring a photo ID. All passengers must follow U.S. laws.

    Split the cost with your group

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

    From$88per person
    Split with

    Cancellation Policy

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

    FAQs

    Yes. You pay the 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 ice plus any food and drinks you want, along with cups, plates, and similar items.

    Yes. You sign a Bareboat Contract on arrival.

    Meeting details

    Rick's 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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    8 Hour Private Charter

    $1,058.02

    This boat fits up to 12 guests · 8 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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