SARASOTA BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Breezes • Brews • Beautiful Views — A Sarasota Tiki Bar Hop
A guided boat tour that cruises between waterfront tiki bars and restaurants around Sarasota, offering cocktails, local seafood and Gulf Coast scenery; this guide explains what to expect and how to prepare.
Breezes • Brews • Beautiful Views — A Sarasota Tiki Bar Hop.
On a Tiki Bar Hop in Sarasota you trade pavement for salt air: a guided boat tour that shuttles you between waterfront bars and restaurants along the Gulf Coast. The trip pairs wide, sunny horizons with laid‑back, tropical drinks and local seafood, creating a social, sunlit way to sample the city’s waterfront scene.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A nautical bar crawl
The tour cruises between multiple waterfront tiki bars and restaurants on a guided boat, letting you move from dock to dock while enjoying Gulf Coast views and sunshine.
Tropical cocktails and local seafood
Expect refreshing cocktails—think signature rum punches—and the chance to sample local seafood ashore or from waterfront menus as part of the lively tiki‑bar stops.
Laid‑back, social, scenic
This is a convivial, sunshine‑forward outing—an ideal way to enjoy the Gulf Coast’s charm with friends while anchored at relaxed tiki bars and restaurants.
What the day feels like
What the experience feels like
The Tiki Bar Hop unfolds as a breezy, social loop: passengers board the Party Barge, cruise short stretches of the Sarasota waterfront, tie up at a few tiki bars and restaurants to drink, eat and linger, then continue on to the next stop. It’s paced for sun, conversation and waterfront viewing rather than endurance—an easygoing, guided exploration of Sarasota’s coastal scene.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits — and who should re‑think it.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Tours run from roughly 2 to 8 hours depending on the chosen itinerary and number of stops.
Meet at Party Barge Charters — 1059 North Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236 US for embarkation and pre‑departure briefing.
Bring non‑spray sunscreen (spray sunscreen must be applied off the vessel), sunglasses, a broad‑brimmed hat, SPF coverup, swimwear, water shoes, towels, a rain jacket or light jacket as needed, and any preferred drinks or snacks.
Passengers should be prepared to follow safety instructions and assist in an emergency if necessary; pack accordingly and plan for a relaxed, social pace.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Tiki Bar Hop?
Tour durations vary between approximately 2 and 8 hours, depending on the selected itinerary and number of stops.
Where do I meet for the tour?
The tour meets at Party Barge Charters, 1059 North Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236 US.
What should I bring on board?
Bring non‑spray sunscreen (apply spray sunscreen off the vessel), sunglasses, an SPF coverup or hat, swimwear and water shoes, towels, and any favorite drinks or snacks you wish to have.
Are there age restrictions?
There are no age restrictions for this tour; however, each passenger must be able to understand and follow safety instructions and assist in an emergency if necessary.
Can I use spray sunscreen on the boat?
No—spray sunscreen must be applied off the vessel; bring non‑spray sunscreen for on‑board protection.