Tiki Boat Tours in Sarasota: Public Cruises from $60 & Private Charters for up to 16
Life’s better under the thatch.
Sarasota’s tiki boat for sunset, dolphin and sandbar cruises, boarding downtown on Sarasota Bay.
5.0 on Google
86 reviews
Up to 16 guests
Never crowded
Restroom aboard
Stay out all afternoon
BYOB
Food and snacks welcome
BBB Accredited
USCG-certified boat
Choose your cruise
Shared public cruises from downtown Sarasota aboard Sarasota’s floating tiki bar. Prices are per person. Compare all our Sarasota boat tours.
Sarasota Sunset Cruises
Golden hour on Sarasota Bay under the thatched roof, past the Ringling Causeway Bridge.
2 hoursFrom $75
Dolphins & Mimosas
A morning on the bay with a complimentary mimosa toast and an eye out for dolphins.
1.5 hoursFrom $60
Sandbar Adventures
Our longest public cruise, with time to wade, float and swim at the sandbar.
3 hoursFrom $99
Private tiki boat charters for your celebration
The whole boat for your group of up to 16. Board in downtown Sarasota, or add a free pickup at Nora Patterson Park on Siesta Key or Ken Thompson Park near Lido and Longboat Key.
- Bachelorette parties Sandbar and float mats
- Birthdays Bring the cake
- Family reunions All ages welcome
- Team outings BYOB, catering welcome
Private Dolphin & Mimosa $750 · Private dolphin or sunset $800 · Sandbar charter $1,200
What guests say
Samantha Turco
1 month ago
We had such a great time with Luke and Captain Stephen! We booked the public tour and were joined by another family with younger children, and they did a great job to engage and keep it fun for everyone. Captain Stephen shared some of the history in the area along with pointing out some celebrity homes and where to see dolphins. Although we didn’t partake due to upcoming travel, we love that they allow BYOB, and played great music the whole trip. We brought dinner with us and were fortunate enough to see some manatees, and the sunset was amazing. They have a shotski, bottled water, ice, and have a toilet on board, everything you could need for the experience. We will definitely be back, highly recommend!
Sabrina Young
1 month ago
Stephen and Luke were excellent! Great music and great company! We were able to spot a matinee. Definitely will be back!
Ginger 17
1 month ago
Went on a Dolphins and Mimosas cruise 9/19/26 with a group of 4 to celebrate a birthday and had a lovely time! We were unaware it was “international beach clean up day” (or some variation of that) so our tour included picking up some volunteers from a couple islands dropped off previously in the day and then returning them to shore; the barefoot company donated their time to these efforts which I thought was a wonderful touch. Easy to find, plenty of sights to see, and very pleasant crew members!
Harry Savalani
2 months ago
Had a great trip and the captain and the crew were friendly and will definitely recommend
Zack Fanning
2 months ago
Great little excursion. Can confirm the bathroom is solid – not a port a potty which is greatly appreciated. Mimosas were tasty!
Christine Bailey
2 months ago
Captain Harry was great! So much fun and informative. We had a great time!
2 hour tour sunset tour
Linda Ramos
2 months ago
Captain Harry is amazing. The highlight of our trip
To Sarasota. THANK YOU!!!
Douglas Richter
2 months ago
Harry & Luke were great
John McLoughlin
2 months ago
Great crew and great experience
Chris C
2 months ago
Captain Harry and 1st Maye Luke were incredible! I've never done a s8nset cruise and they made my first experience memorable. 10 out of 10 I highly recommend Barefoot Tiki and the crew. Easy to communicate with and super accommodating!
Joni Jakubowski
2 months ago
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 10/10 — Absolutely Amazing!
My son Kevin and I have now been on three tours with Barefoot Tiki Tours — two Sandbar Tours and our first Dolphin & Sunset Cruise — and we absolutely LOVE this company! We are officially repeat customers!
The boat is beautiful, upscale, comfortable, and has a bathroom. The tropical music and atmosphere, incredible Gulf waters, dolphins, and gorgeous sunset make it the perfect way to forget about everything and just enjoy the moment.
Captains Stephen and Harry are amazing hosts — friendly, accommodating, attentive, and so much fun. They truly make the experience special.
And for everything you get, the pricing is incredibly reasonable. If you’re in Sarasota, book a tour! You won’t regret it. We can’t wait to go again! 🌴🌊🐬☀️
Victoria McClure
3 months ago
Fantastic Dolphin & Mimosas Cruise with Captain Steve!
My family and I had a wonderful experience cruising Sarasota Bay with Barefoot Tiki Tours! It feels like a tropical Tiki Hut on the water, and departing conveniently from downtown Sarasota made the logistics effortless. Of the several cruises they offer, we delighted in the Dolphin & Mimosas Cruise.
Captain Steve was fantastic. He kicked off the trip with a clear safety briefing and shared fascinating historical facts about the local landmarks throughout the tour. It ended up being a stormy day with some swells, but Captain Steve navigated the boat flawlessly. We felt completely safe and comfortable the entire time. Highly recommend this tour for a fun and educational day on the water!
Cam Young
3 months ago
Super chill guys and awesome ride!
Jason Lanehart
4 months ago
Amazing birthday for friend out of town !!!! Awesome day on the water and sandbars !!!! Lots of shade !!!Amazing staff!!!!!
Zack Glacken
5 months ago
I highly recommend Barefoot Tiki! The staff is incredible, the sandbar is super cool, totally worth it!
Glackter
5 months ago
Had an amazing time on Barefoot Tiki’s sandbar tour. The weather was perfect, music was on point, and the shotski was so much fun. We saw so many dolphins too! What a way to spend our first time in Sarasota, we will definitely be back for another tour!
Brendan Landis
6 months ago
Great time out on the water. Friendly staff!
Ashleigh Simmons
7 months ago
Had a great time at the dolphin mimosa cruise and the boat fit my whole family that was visiting! Captain Stephen and Danni made it an incredible trip. Definitely recommend. 🙂
Julie Smith
7 months ago
Beautiful evening with Barefoot Tiki! What a fantastic niche excursion, not too many folks but just right to enjoy! The boat is set up so well! Owner and Captain are so friendly and kind! Look no further!
Natalie Hines
8 months ago
The best crew! Everything was taken care of – the music was great (you get to choose haha), the atmosphere AMAZING! 10/10 would do this again!
Dr. Susan Schnack
9 months ago
We had the best time! Very friendly, welcoming and had a bathroom too! Great tunes and lots of laughs
from all in our group of 16 Parrot Heads tonight!! Thank you!
Barefoot Tiki Fast Facts
Everything you need to know about a Sarasota tiki boat cruise, at a glance.
- Public cruises (per person): Dolphin & Mimosa $60 (1.5 hours, complimentary mimosa toast for 21+), Sunset $75 (2 hours), Sandbar Fun $99 (3 hours)
- Private charters (whole boat, up to 16 guests): 1.5-hour private Dolphin & Mimosa cruise $750, 2-hour private dolphin or sunset charter $800, 3-hour sandbar charter $1,200, 4 hours $1,500
- Boat: “Boat Drinks,” a custom 2022 RCV Quadtoon with a thatched tiki roof, shade and an onboard restroom, USCG-certified for up to 16 passengers
- Captains: every cruise is run by a USCG-licensed captain; owner Captain Stephen Coulter holds a USCG Master 50 Ton license
- BYOB: guests 21 and over may bring their own drinks; food and snacks welcome; three coolers (two built into the bar), ice and bottled water provided; planning a party? See our Sarasota booze cruise
- Departs: 1101 10th Street dock in downtown Sarasota, with free parking next to the dock; private charters can add a free pickup at Nora Patterson Park on Siesta Key or Ken Thompson Park near Lido and Longboat Key
- Good for: couples, families with kids (all ages welcome, same price per person), visiting family, bachelorette and birthday groups, and team outings
- Season: sunset and dolphin cruises run year-round; public sandbar cruises run March through November; Holiday Lights cruises run Dec 3 to Jan 3
- Music: 500-watt Bluetooth sound system with a curated tropical and island playlist, or stream your own on a private charter; public cruise guests are welcome to make requests
- Cancellations: full refund or credit for another tour when you cancel at least 5 days before your cruise
- Book: online at barefoottiki.com/book-now, call 941-866-3000 or email info@barefoottiki.com
Where we depart
All cruises
Downtown Sarasota
1101 10th Street, Sarasota, FL 34236
Ample free parking in the lot next to the dock.
Private charters · optional free pickup
Nora Patterson Park, Siesta Key
Ken Thompson Park, near Lido & Longboat Key
We send the exact meeting spot with your booking.
Can we bring alcohol?
Yes. Every cruise is BYOB for guests 21 and over, and food and snacks are welcome. We provide coolers, ice and bottled water.
How many people fit on the boat?
Up to 16 guests. Our tiki boat is U.S. Coast Guard–inspected for 16 passengers, so a group of 12 or 16 rides together on one boat and it never feels crowded.
Is there a restroom aboard?
Yes, there is a restroom on the boat, so you can relax even on the 3-hour sandbar cruise.
What if it rains?
Cruises run rain or shine, and the tiki roof covers a typical passing Florida shower. If conditions are not safe, we contact you quickly with options, which may include rescheduling.