Anna Maria Island Boat Rentals

Boat rentals travel Tampa Bay to Palma Sola Bay.  Enjoy great beaches, restaurants, and wildlife viewing on your trip.  Boat rentals are not permitted into the Gulf of Mexico, Passage Key, or Egmont Key. A map of permitted areas will be provided after reserving your boat but previous to taking the deposit. All rentals are between 10am-4pm

Rules

We require renters to have a valid driver’s license and credit card.

All “operators” must have a government issued photo ID on board at all times and are required to pass an online safe boating course or have a boat safety card provided by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. The online course takes 15 minutes and details will be sent out after reserving the boat (no payment is necessary to reserve the boat.)
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All renters must be over the age of 30 and understand that we reserve the right to refuse to rent to anyone. We may also retract rental privileges if we deem the vessel is being used in an unsafe manner. For these reasons, our vessels are in better condition than most rental boats.

Alcohol Policy

NO UNDERAGE DRINKING
OPERATORS ARE REQUIRED TO ADHERE TO ALL FLORIDA STATUTE SECTION 327.35 LAWS
NO GLASS ON BOARD
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We will not tolerate rowdy intoxicated patrons.
​VIOLATION OF THIS POLICY WILL TERMINATE YOUR RENTAL AT YOUR EXPENSE.

Florida Statute Section 327.35 Boating Under the Influence

According to Florida Statute Section 327.35, boating is a regulated activity with clearly defined rules. There are also penalties and fines if you are charged with breaking these rules:
  • No one with a blood alcohol level of 0.08% or greater is lawfully allowed to operate a boat/vessel in Florida.
  • The first conviction and violation of these boating regulations could result fine of up to $1000.
  • A conviction could also carry a jail sentence of up to 6 months on the first conviction.
  • If your blood alcohol level exceeds .15%, you could face increased penalties.
  • If while operating a boat you have an accident that was caused by intoxication (boating under the influence) and other persons were seriously injured, you could face felony charges and a prison sentence of up to 5 years.

Where To Pickup And Drop Off The Boat

Your boat will be ready for departure at 10am at the Kingfish Boat Ramp conveniently located on the island at  ​Kingfish Boat Ramp, Holmes Beach, FL 34217.

Rental Duration

All boat rentals are yours from 10am-4pm on the day of your rental.
​Please plan accordingly to be sure you are back at the Kingfish Boat Ramp by 4pm promptly.