Palmetto, Florida, is the home of the Riverskipper 2, the first and only tiki boat on the Manatee River. The River Skipper 2 is a 2006 Trident 45, which carries up to 40 passengers on a fun-filled guided tour of the Manatee River, Terra Ciea Bay, and Lower Tampa Bay. Or take a “trip the light fantastic” party cruise downriver with some of the best music ever created by the human imagination.

          Built for an incredible evening party or a relaxing day downriver, our tiki boat will fit the bill for folly and fun. Yes, you can “Tiki on the Manatee” and party heartily with your favorite food and drink, which you can bring abroad to make your trip more personalized. Or relax while gazing at historical sights and local wildlife while lounging on our comfortable, uniquely arranged seating with enough room for dancing or sightseeing along the way.

          We are docked at Regatta Pointe Marina right across the river from Bradenton in Palmetto, FL., and are ready to take you and your group on an unforgettable adventure in our newly renovated tiki boat. You can book one of our three daily outings. We offer two family-friendly tours, one at 10:00 am and one at 1:00 pm., or our adult-oriented Sunset Cruise beginning 45 minutes before sunset. We also provide Pub Crawls, which are 4 hours long, and Beach Parties, which are 4 hours long. We are available for birthdays, weddings, business meetings, memorial services, charters, and much more!

          Now out on Anna Maria Island, there are plenty of tiki boat rides out there, but none compare to the largest tiki boat in Florida. They are small and can't provide the comfort and room for a party as we can.

          We also have a restroom with running water and complimentary water and ice for your drinks. And we have padded seating and plenty of tables to go around. Your comfort is our main concern on the River Skipper II and you will be surprised at how our seating is arranged for a much more social environment. 

          Many of the tiki boats on Anna Maria Island can only fit you and five of your friends, but what if you have ten, twelve, or fifteen friends who would like to come along?

          Well, then, that's when you call Riverside Tours Inc. for the wildest party on the Manatee River. We are only a mere ten miles from Anna Maria Island, and we have some of the best music ever created by the human imagination. And if we don't have it, you can request your favorite song and listen to it on our amazing sound system.

          Now, as you listen to your favorite song and you feel like getting up to dance, please feel free to do so. We promote dancing on the River Skipper II. And we have plenty of room to "cut a rug" on board, from line dancing to conga lines and everything else in between. 

          So, if you're planning to visit the Bradenton area, we are conveniently situated right across the river, Only a stone's throw away from the Bradenton Museum and downtown Bradenton.

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