Forget the crowded beach for a few hours on the water with a private sandbar tour from Siesta Funship.
Cruise through Sarasota Bay, find a shallow stretch of water, and spend the day swimming, floating, exploring, or simply relaxing with your group.
Your charter is private for up to six guests, so there’s no shared boat or set itinerary to work around. Your local captain chooses the route based on the day’s tides, wind, water depth, and conditions, then gets you settled in a spot that’s right for your group.
A Siesta Funship sandbar tour is less about following a schedule and more about having room to enjoy the water.
Sandbars and shallow-water stops around Sarasota Bay can change with tides, weather, water depth, and boat traffic. Your captain will choose the best available option for the conditions that day.
Depending on the route and conditions, possible areas can include:
Open water, shallow areas, and views toward the Gulf.
A boat-accessible area near the southern end of Siesta Key when conditions permit.
A small island setting known for shallow water and a relaxed atmosphere.
Near Longboat Key and sometimes included on longer outings.
Once the boat is anchored in an appropriate area, the choice is yours. Get in the water, stretch out on the floating mat, take the paddleboard out, or stay on the boat with a cold drink and your favorite music.
Some groups want an active afternoon in the water. Others are perfectly happy floating, talking, and taking in the scenery. With a private boat tour, you don’t have to follow someone else’s idea of a good time.
You may get a glimpse of dolphins, manatees, or other Sarasota Bay wildlife during the cruise between stops. Wildlife sightings are never guaranteed, but your captain can point out interesting activity when conditions allow.
A private sandbar trip works well when you want a few hours on the water without committing to a full-day boat excursion.
It’s a popular option for:
With room for up to six guests, the Funship keeps the group small enough that everyone can enjoy the same experience.
Yes. Siesta Funship sandbar tours are private charters for groups of up to six guests, so you won’t be sharing the boat with strangers.
Yes, when conditions are safe and your captain selects an appropriate shallow-water area. Guests can swim, wade, float, paddleboard, or use the floating mat.
The length of your trip depends on the charter you book and what your group wants to do. Ask about available options when planning your outing.
Possible stops can include Big Pass, Midnight Pass, Jewfish Key, and Beer Can Island, depending on tides, weather, water depth, and conditions. Your captain chooses the most appropriate route for the day.
Dolphins may be spotted during your sandbar tour, especially while cruising through Sarasota Bay, but sightings are never guaranteed.
Yes. Guests can bring their own snacks and drinks for the trip. Soft bags are easier to manage on the boat, and adult beverages are welcome.
You don’t need a complicated itinerary for a fun day on the water. Pick your date, bring your crew, and let your captain handle the route and find a suitable place to stop.
With a private Funship charter, you get the flexibility to swim, float, explore, or simply enjoy a few hours away from the crowds.