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Fun Fishing & Tours

BANANA BOAT RIDES
& MORE

VOTED BEST BEACH ACTIVITY.
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Experience the Best of Anna Maria Island

Owned and operated by true Anna Maria Island natives, we are dedicated to sharing with you the best our home has to offer! No matter what activity you choose, we come to you. Pickup & drop-off locations available in Bradenton, Anna Maria, Holmes Beach & Bradenton Beach. We offer more than Banana Boat Rides!  AMI Banana & Boat Tours specializes in all things fun! Private & Party Sandbar Tours, Egmont Key Trips, Family Fishing, Dolphin Tours, Sunset Cruises, Jewfish Key & Beer Can Island Tours.

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OUR PRIVATE TOURS

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boat rides

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Will you get wet? Yes. Will you fall off? Maybe! Do you want the mild ride or the wild ride! Our captains will cater the ride to the passengers on board to ensure a great time for everyone!

Private Cruise
2 Hours

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Cruise the beautiful waters surrounding Anna Maria Island & Longboat Key on this private adventure. We can spend the two hours looking for wildlife or stop at secluded sandbars and beaches only accessible by boat. See Dolphin, Seabirds, Fish and even Manatees if you’re lucky! Maximum of 6 passengers.

PRIVATE DOLPHIN
SANDBAR TOUR 3 HOURS

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See wild dolphins and local wildlife up close on this private adventure. We cruise the local waterways and stop at secluded sandbars and beaches only accessible by boat on this 3 hour tour. See Dolphin, Seabirds, Fish and even Manatees if you’re lucky! Maximum of 6 passengers.

Harbour Runner
Sunset Tour

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This experience includes looking for dolphins & wildlife before heading out to the open waters to watch the sun melt into the western Gulf. All aboard our U.S. Coast Guard inspected 30 passenger fun boat! Harbour Runner is equipped with a restroom, padded seats and full shade for your comfort. Food & beverages are welcome (yep, even alcohol)!

Dolphin Sandbar
Cruise 4 Hours

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100% customizable tour. See wild dolphins and local wildlife up close on this half- day private adventure. We cruise the waterways of Anna Maria Island and stop at secluded sandbars and beaches only accessible by boat. On this 4-hour tour you’re likely to see dolphins, seabirds, fish, rays and even manatees if you’re lucky!

Sunset Cruise
Private 2 Hours

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Anna Maria Island has the best sunsets on earth. Set out on a cruise through the local waters, watch for dolphins and learn about the local area and wildlife. Then watch the Sun set into the Gulf of Mexico on this relaxing evening cruise. Beer, wine and snacks are welcome. Maximum of 6 passengers.

Egmont Key
Trip 4 Hours

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Egmont Key is primarily a wildlife refuge, it is a great place to relax and collect shells along secluded, quiet beaches. Accessible only by boat, Egmont Key has a unique natural and cultural history, including a lighthouse that has stood since 1858. After exploring, visitors can enjoy swimming, wildlife viewing, and picnicking. Maximum 6 guests.

HARBOUR RUNNER DOLPHIN
/SANDBAR TOUR

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While touring through the beautiful waters of Anna Maria Island, we provide a fully narrated experience while looking for dolphins, manatees, fish, rays, and other wildlife. All aboard our U.S. Guard Inspected 32 passenger fun boat! The Harbour Runner is equipped with a restroom, padded seats and full shade for your comfort. Rail side seating offers amazing views of paradise from every seat. Passengers can comfortably walk around during the tours to explore wildlife in all directions.

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Departs frequently

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15 min

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High energy

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Family friendly

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We offer discounts for large groups or private parties. Give us a call for special pricing.

Birthday Parties

Bachelor/ette Parties

Family Reunions

Private Parties

Perfect for groups of friends, or families with kids, each unforgettable 15-minute ride is tailored to all passengers’ ages and abilities. Everyone is sure to enjoy skimming across the top of the water, bouncing through the Gulf waves. This adventure is guaranteed to test your skills and see how long you can hold on!

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