150 Horses, 12 Seats, Six Hours: Deckboat Days in Boca Ciega Bay

ST. PETERSBURG BOAT RENTAL FIELD GUIDE

150 Horses, 12 Seats, Six Hours: Deckboat Days in Boca Ciega Bay

A six-hour rental of a 24' Hurricane deckboat in St. Petersburg for cruising, skiing, tubing, or drifting around Boca Ciega Bay.

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150 Horses, 12 Seats, Six Hours: Deckboat Days in Boca Ciega Bay.

Duration
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Location
St. Petersburg
Operator
Tierra Verde Boat Rentals
Category
Boat Rental
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

A broad, stable 24-foot Hurricane deckboat with a 150hp engine and room for a full crew sets the stage for half-day adventures out of St. Petersburg. Designed to carry up to 12 people and outfitted for watersports, the boat is equally at home towing a tube or letting a small group noodle and drift among the islands of Boca Ciega Bay.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE BOAT

Power and Capacity

A 24' Hurricane deckboat with a 150hp motor is USCG rated for 12 people (recommended for comfort: 10 adults), offering both speed for towing and space for a full group.

THE PLAY

Water‑Sports Ready

The boat is cleared for water sports—bring skis or a tube to run wakes or spend an afternoon skiing and tubing in Boca Ciega Bay.

THE COMFORT

Gear and Shade for Long Afternoons

Large coolers and alcohol are permitted onboard, a Bimini top provides shade, and the boat comes with a Lowrance GPS chartplotter, depth finder and a full Coast Guard approved safety equipment package.

What the day feels like

What the Six‑Hour Rental Feels Like

Six hours aboard this 24' Hurricane means a long afternoon of choices: punch out across Boca Ciega Bay on the 150hp engine for tow sports, set up camp and drift among barrier islands with coolers and chairs, or combine both—there’s room and power to run tubes, skis and still have space to relax beneath the Bimini.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this rental suits — and who should look elsewhere.

1
Water‑sports crewsIdeal for groups that want to ski, tube or pull wake toys—the boat is explicitly allowed for water sports and is powered to tow comfortably.
2
Large groups and partiesFits up to 12 people USCG rated (comfortably 10 adults), making it a strong choice for larger day trips with space for coolers and gear.
3
Experienced boatersNot recommended for novices: the operator requires serious boating experience and the renter must be at least 21 years old and able to provide a valid driver’s license and major credit card.
4
Families and loungersGood for families who want a long, comfortable outing to drift among islands under a Bimini top, provided the designated driver meets age and sobriety rules.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

What to Bring

Pack swimwear, towels, sunscreen, chairs or a noodle for drifting, coolers if you plan to bring food and permitted alcohol; note that the driver must not drink. Bring a valid driver’s license and a major credit card for rental.

Boat Amenities & Safety

The boat includes a Lowrance GPS chartplotter and depth finder, a Bimini top for shade and a full Coast Guard approved safety equipment package—confirm onboard safety gear before departing.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the rental?

The standard rental duration is six hours.

How many people can ride on the boat?

The boat is USCG rated for 12 people (recommended comfort for 10 adults).

Am I allowed to do watersports from this boat?

Yes—water sports are allowed on this boat.

What age and documentation requirements are there to rent?

Renters must be at least 21 years old and provide a valid driver’s license and a major credit card.

Are coolers and alcohol allowed onboard?

Large coolers and alcohol are allowed onboard, but the driver must not consume alcohol before or during the rental.

Is fishing permitted from this boat?

No—fishing gear is not allowed on this boat.