You have an occasion. We have a 45-foot tiki boat, a Manatee River, and no limit on what we can build around it. Tell us what you need and we will make it happen.
A custom charter starts with one conversation. No forms, no portals, no quote calculators. Just call us, tell us what you are planning, and we take it from there.
Tell us the occasion, your date, and roughly how many people. That is all we need to get started.
We suggest a route and timing based on what you described. You can take our recommendation or change anything you like.
A deposit holds your date. We confirm the details and you show up ready to enjoy it.
Your group boards at Regatta Pointe Marina in Palmetto. The River Skipper II is yours for the duration.
We have hosted all of these. If yours is not on the list, call us anyway.
The most popular reason people call us. No venue overhead, no shared space, just your people and the river. We can build a sunset cruise, a pub crawl, a sandbar trip, or mix all three.
Thirty, forty, fifty, sixty. Turn the big one into something nobody forgets. Bring the whole crew and spend it on the water. BYOB and bring the cake.
Say your vows with the Manatee River behind you. We host ceremonies on the water and can coordinate with your officiant. Contact us early, wedding dates go fast.
Give the wedding party something to remember the night before. Dinner, drinks, and a sunset cruise. Bring catering aboard or stop at a waterfront restaurant.
Better than a conference room. Your team is off their phones, out of the office, and actually talking to each other. Up to 40 people on one boat, no split groups.
The whole family in one place, on one boat, without losing anyone in a restaurant. BYOB, bring the food, and let the river do the rest.
Quiet, meaningful moments handled with care. The river is a fitting place for both new beginnings and goodbyes. We take these bookings seriously.
High school, college, or professional certification. A day on the water is a better send-off than another banquet hall dinner. Plan it around whatever the class wants.
Proposals, anniversary cruises, retirement parties, charity events, gender reveals. If you can name the occasion, we can build the cruise around it. Call us.
A custom charter starts with the options below. If you want something not on this list, ask. The answer is usually yes.
Morning, afternoon, or sunset. We work around your schedule, not the other way around.
Two hours, four hours, or extended. Tell us how long you want to be on the water.
Guided river tour, out to the Gulf sandbar, bar hopping, or a combination of all three.
Two people or forty. Pricing is by the boat. Bring whoever you want.
Regatta Pointe Marina is home base. Group pickups at Bradenton Riverwalk and Anna Maria Island are available.
Fully BYOB. Bring your own catering, coolers, and cake. We supply the ice.
Balloons, banners, and table setups are welcome on board. Call us about what you are planning.
We have a sound system. Bring a playlist or let us handle it. Your call.
"Tell us the occasion. We will build the cruise around it."Riverside Tours Inc. · Regatta Pointe Marina, Palmetto FL
As early as possible, especially for weekend dates and peak season. Popular dates like Saturday evenings and holiday weekends go fast. We recommend calling at least two to four weeks out for most events. Weddings and large corporate events should book further in advance.
Pricing depends on the duration, group size, and route. We do not post flat rates online because every custom charter is different. Call us at (941) 209-0203 and we will walk you through the options and give you a straight number.
Yes. We are a fully BYOB vessel. Bring whatever food and drinks you like. We provide the ice. If you are planning a full catered spread, just let us know ahead of time so we can plan the deck layout.
Up to 40 passengers on one boat. The River Skipper II is a 45-foot Coast Guard inspected vessel. Most charter boats on this water top out at six. Your whole group stays together.
Yes. Balloons, banners, table setups, and similar decorations are welcome. Call us in advance so we know what to expect and can make sure it works with the setup.
Florida weather is part of the deal. We will do everything we can to run your cruise. If conditions make it unsafe, we will work with you to reschedule. Our cancellation and rescheduling policies are covered when you book.
Yes. We host ceremonies and celebration cruises for weddings. You coordinate your officiant and we provide the venue. The river and the sunset do the rest. Call early, wedding dates go quickly.
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One call is all it takes. Tell us your occasion, your date, and your group size. We will handle the rest.