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River Skipper II tiki boat on the Manatee River at sunset
Palmetto · Bradenton · Anna Maria Island · Manatee River

Bradenton Boat Charters Aboard
Florida's Largest Tiki Boat

One boat. Forty guests. Zero compromises. The River Skipper II is a 45-foot, USCG-inspected commercial tiki vessel, so your whole crew cruises together instead of splitting across a fleet of six-passenger boats. Daily Palmetto boat tours, sunset party cruises, sandbar beach days, and fully private charters on the Manatee River.

Up to 40 Passengers USCG Inspected 3 Pickup Locations Onboard Restroom BYOB Welcome
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40
Passenger Capacity
17+
Years on the River
3
Pickup Locations
#1
Tiki Boat on Manatee River
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Buy a Seat or Book the Whole Boat

Every cruise works two ways. Grab individual per-passenger tickets on our daily scheduled public tours. Or reserve the River Skipper II as a private boat booking for your own custom event. Same great boat. Your choice of crowd.

Guests aboard a public sunset cruise on the River Skipper II

🎟 Public Tours (Per Ticket)

Daily scheduled departures. Book one seat or ten. Morning tours, afternoon tours, and our famous Sunset Party Cruise run year-round. Just pick a date and hop aboard.

Private group charter aboard the River Skipper II tiki boat

🛥 Private Charters (Whole Boat)

The entire vessel, all yours. Bachelorette parties, weddings, corporate outings, celebrations of life, you name it. As the go-to large group boat charter in Manatee County, we host up to 40 guests on one boat, with one captain and one unforgettable party.

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What We Offer

Choose Your Adventure

From family-friendly Palmetto boat tours to full-throttle party cruises, there's a perfect trip for everyone aboard the River Skipper II.

Morning guided tour on the Manatee River Family Friendly
🕙 10:00 AM ⏱ 2 Hours

Morning Guided Tour

Beat the summer heat with an early cruise down the Manatee River. See dolphins, manatees, and soak up the history and ecology of the river with our expert crew narrating every mile.

$50 Adult  ·  $40 Child
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Afternoon guided tour on the Manatee River Family Friendly
🕐 1:00 PM ⏱ 2 Hours

Afternoon Guided Tour

Perfect for those who like to sleep in on vacation. Step back through history as we glide through the waterways and share the stories of a time when life along the Manatee River was simpler.

$50 Adult  ·  $40 Child
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Sunset party cruise on the Manatee River Most Popular
🌅 45 min before sunset ⏱ 2 Hours

Sunset Party Cruise

Our most popular cruise. Watch the sun melt into the Gulf from Tampa Bay, then dance all the way back upriver as the Sunshine Skyway Bridge lights up the night, great music.

$50 Per Person
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Tiki boat pub crawl on the Manatee River Charter
🍺 Call to Schedule ⏱ 4 Hours

River Pub Crawl

The ultimate party cruise. Cruise the Manatee River and pull into local waterfront bars like Caddy's and Woody's Riveroo. BYOB on the boat, spirits are high and the music is loud.

$75 Per Person
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Beach run to Gulf beaches from Palmetto Charter
🏖 Call to Schedule ⏱ 4 Hours

Gulf Beach Run

Cruise out to Passage Key, DeSoto Cove, or Beer Can Island. Two hours of travel, two hours of soft Gulf sand and surf. A true Florida bucket-list experience. (Note: Passage Key is clothing-optional.)

$75 Adult  ·  $65 Child
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Private charter on the River Skipper II tiki boat Private
🎉 Fully Customizable ⏱ Negotiable

Private Charter

The whole boat is yours. Weddings, birthdays, graduations, memorials, corporate events, baptisms, you name it. We'll work with you to make your event happen exactly the way you envision it.

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🥿 Please wear flat, soft-soled shoes aboard  ·  BYOB, bring your favorite food & drinks!

Who We Host

Made for Groups & Celebrations

Here's who parties best aboard the River Skipper II.

Bachelorette party celebrating aboard a private tiki boat cruise in Bradenton FL
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Bachelorette Parties

Skip the six-person pontoon shuffle. Our Anna Maria Island party boat pickups put the whole bride tribe on one deck. BYOB, blast your playlist, and cruise the Gulf coast in style. Up to 40 guests, one boat, zero FOMO.

Dolphin and manatee swimming near a tiki boat tour on the Manatee River in Palmetto FL
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Family Dolphin & Manatee Watching

Dolphins play in our wake almost daily. Manatees drift through the seagrass beds. Kids get padded seats, a real restroom, and a crew that makes river history actually fun. It's the easiest family win in Manatee County.

Corporate team meeting aboard a private charter boat cruise near Bradenton FL
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Corporate Events & Team Outings

Ditch the conference room. Our large group boat charter fits your whole team in Manatee County's most memorable meeting space. Client entertainment, team building, or the holiday party they'll actually talk about.

Wedding ceremony aboard a private tiki boat charter on the water in Florida
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Weddings & Celebrations

Say "I do" on the water. Ceremonies, receptions, rehearsal parties, and vow renewals aboard a one-of-a-kind tiki vessel. We'll customize the trip around your day, not the other way around.

River Skipper II tiki boat sunset cruise on the Manatee River near Bradenton FL
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Sunset Cruises

The Gulf coast sunset show, front row. Golden hour over Tampa Bay, then the Sunshine Skyway glowing on the ride home. Date night, girls' night, or any night worth remembering.

Friends enjoying drinks at a Gulf sandbar during a tiki boat beach run from Palmetto FL
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Sandbar Party Beach Days

Drop anchor at Beer Can Island or DeSoto Cove. Wade into warm Gulf water. Four hours of sun, sand, coolers, and cannonballs. This is the Florida day trip everyone pictures.

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Three Ways to Board

Pickups in Palmetto, Bradenton & Anna Maria Island

We come to you. The River Skipper II offers three convenient boarding points across Manatee County.

Aerial view of Regatta Pointe Marina in Palmetto FL, home port of the River Skipper II tiki boat
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Regatta Pointe Marina, Palmetto

Our home dock at 1005 Riverside Drive. Easy parking, golf cart shuttle to the slip, and departures for every scheduled tour.

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Bradenton Riverwalk waterfront on the Manatee River, tiki boat tour pickup location
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Bradenton Riverwalk

Boarding right in downtown Bradenton. Steps from restaurants, hotels, and the riverfront. Perfect for visitors staying on the south side of the river.

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Anna Maria Island beach and turquoise Gulf water, tiki boat tour pickup location
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Anna Maria Island Pickups

Staying on AMI? We offer scheduled island pickups so your beach vacation never has to leave the water. Ask about availability when you book.

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The Riverside Difference

Why Guests Choose River Skipper II

We're the only tour boat left standing on the Manatee River for a reason. Here's what sets us apart.

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One Boat Fits Your Whole Group

Most Bradenton boat charters cap out at six passengers. We carry forty. Grandma, the groomsmen, the whole sales team, everyone cruises together on Florida's largest tiki boat.

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Onboard Restroom

Full restroom with running water onboard. A rare comfort you won't find on most charter boats in the area.

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BYOB, Your Way

Bring your own food and drinks and tailor your trip exactly to your liking. No overpriced bar, just your favorites.

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USCG Inspected Annually

Fully US Coast Guard inspected and safety approved. Your safety is our first priority on every single cruise.

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Wheelchair Accessible

We can accommodate wheelchairs and walkers. Everyone deserves a day on the water.

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Wildlife & History

Dolphins, manatees, birds, plus the rich history and ecology of the Manatee River, delivered with a light-hearted and entertaining narration.

Guest Reviews

What People Are Saying

★★★★★

Absolutely the best time we had in Florida. The crew was fantastic, the sunset was incredible, and the Sunshine Skyway all lit up on the way back was magical. We'll be back!

Google Review
★★★★★

Took the family on the morning tour and the kids loved every minute. Saw dolphins twice! Captain was knowledgeable and funny. Can't recommend this enough.

TripAdvisor Review
★★★★★

Did the pub crawl with a group of 20 for my birthday. Best decision ever. Caddy's on the water, great music, and the most fun I've had in Bradenton in years.

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Docked at Regatta Pointe Marina

Right on the Manatee River in Palmetto, less than a mile across the water from downtown Bradenton.

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Address

1005 Riverside Dr
Palmetto, FL 34221
Regatta Pointe Marina

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Tours Run

10:00 AM · 1:00 PM · Sunset
See our calendar for specific dates

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Where We Cruise

Manatee River · Terra Ceia Bay · Lower Tampa Bay · Gulf of Mexico

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Ready to Tiki on the Manatee?

Grab per-passenger tickets for today's public tour, or book the whole boat for your private event.
Forty seats. Three pickup locations. One legendary tiki boat.

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