Welcome to paradise on the water. Public per-passenger excursions and fully private 40-passenger charters with scheduled AMI pickup — the island's premier boat experience for large groups and celebrations.
Riverside Tours Inc. offers the most unique public cruises and private group charters with scheduled pickup from beautiful Anna Maria Island. Our custom-built, USCG-inspected commercial tiki vessel accommodates up to 40 passengers — making us the absolute premier option for bachelorette parties, family reunions, weddings, and corporate beach excursions on AMI.
Looking for a fun daily activity during your island vacation? Purchase individual per-passenger tickets and join us on a scheduled public cruise exploring the pristine waters surrounding Anna Maria Island, Holmes Beach, and Bradenton Beach.
Explore the crystal-clear waters of Tampa Bay and the Intracoastal Waterway to watch active local dolphin pods. Manatee sightings are common in the calmer stretches of the bay and river.
$50 Adult · $40 Child | 2 Hours
Check Schedule →Watch a breathtaking Gulf Coast sunset from the best seat in town — the deck of Florida's largest tiki boat, cruising past iconic AMI landmarks as the sky turns gold and pink over the Gulf.
$50 Per Person | 2 Hours
Book This Cruise →Hop aboard for a daytime cruise to the island's most famous shallow sandbars and historic waterways. Swim in turquoise water, relax on the sandbar, and soak up the Florida sun like a local.
$50 Adult · $40 Child | 2 Hours
Check Schedule →Anna Maria Island is one of Florida's top destinations for celebrations, and our 40-passenger commercial vessel is built to handle them all. Fully customizable private bookings out into the Gulf passes and local bays.
The island's top pre-wedding party choice. Enjoy a custom daytime sandbar party or a high-energy sunset cruise with all your closest friends — anchored at legendary spots like Jewfish Key or Passage Key.
📞 Plan Your Bachelorette TripHost your rehearsal dinner, post-wedding mixer, or family reunion on a unique floating tropical venue. The Gulf of Mexico at sunset provides a ceremony backdrop no land-based venue can equal.
📞 Inquire About Event PackagesWe'll anchor at legendary local spots like Jewfish Key, Passage Key, or Beer Can Island for an afternoon of swimming, floating, and relaxing in shallow turquoise Gulf water. A true Florida bucket-list day.
📞 Book a Sandbar DayClean, fully private marine restroom with running water — unavailable on virtually every AMI rental vessel.
A massive thatched canopy provides whole-deck sun protection throughout your cruise or charter.
Stream your own music to the entire boat. Your playlist, your party, your vibe — start to finish.
Bring your own coolers, beverages, and snacks — or arrange professional catering. No onboard purchase pressure.
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Book your ticket online or call us to plan a private AMI charter — sandbar parties, sunsets, and memories included.