Anna Maria Island Tiki Boat Tours & Sandbar Charters

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.

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✅ USCG Inspected 👥 Up to 40 Passengers 🏆 AMI's #1 Group Charter 🍺 BYOB Friendly ⛳ Onboard Restroom
Anna Maria Island Pickup Point

The Island's Only 40-Passenger Commercial Tiki Boat

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.

Why AMI Groups Choose Riverside Tours Over Standard Island Rentals

  • 40 passengers on one boat — no splitting your group
  • USCG-inspected commercial vessel, not a rental
  • Licensed Master Captain and professional crew
  • Clean onboard restroom with running water
  • Full BYOB — bring your own coolers and catering
  • Premium Bluetooth sound system — your playlist
  • Massive thatched tiki roof for full sun protection
  • Destinations: Jewfish Key, Passage Key, Beer Can Island
Individual Tickets · AMI Scheduled Pickup

AMI Public Scheduled Excursions

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.

Wildlife

🐋 Dolphin Watching & Wildlife Cruises

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

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Most Popular

🌅 Island Sunset Tiki Cruise

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

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Sandbar

🏖️ Afternoon AMI Sandbar 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

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Full Boat Bookings · Up to 40 Guests

The Ultimate AMI Private Charters

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.

Island's #1 Choice

💍 AMI Bachelorette & Bachelor Parties

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.

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Weddings & Reunions

🏛️ Island Weddings & Celebrations

Host 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.

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Sandbar Day

🏔 Sandbar & Gulf Beach Days

We'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.

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What's Onboard

Amenities AMI Island Rentals Can't Offer

Private Onboard Restroom

Clean, fully private marine restroom with running water — unavailable on virtually every AMI rental vessel.

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Full Tiki Roof Coverage

A massive thatched canopy provides whole-deck sun protection throughout your cruise or charter.

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Premium Bluetooth Sound

Stream your own music to the entire boat. Your playlist, your party, your vibe — start to finish.

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Full BYOB & Catering Freedom

Bring your own coolers, beverages, and snacks — or arrange professional catering. No onboard purchase pressure.

Getting Aboard from AMI

Our Anna Maria Island Pickup Point

Anna Maria Island Scheduled Pickup

Pickup Area
Anna Maria Island, FL 34216
(Holmes Beach & Bradenton Beach area)
Phone
(941) 209-0203
How Pickup Works
AMI pickup is a scheduled group pickup point. Call us when booking to confirm your exact pickup location and boarding time.
Our Primary Home Base
All tours originate from Regatta Pointe Marina in Palmetto — just a short cruise across the Manatee River and into Tampa Bay.
Notable Destinations
Jewfish Key · Passage Key · Beer Can Island · Tampa Bay · Gulf of Mexico
Daily Tour Times
10:00 AM · 1:00 PM · Sunset
See our live calendar for available dates.

Ready for Your Anna Maria Island Adventure?

Book your ticket online or call us to plan a private AMI charter — sandbar parties, sunsets, and memories included.