A 20‑Foot Deck Boat, GPS‑Guided Exploration, and Free Local Delivery — The Slow, Safe Way to See Cudjoe Key

CUDJOE KEY BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE

A 20‑Foot Deck Boat, GPS‑Guided Exploration, and Free Local Delivery — The Slow, Safe Way to See Cudjoe Key

A leisure cruise aboard a 20' Glastron deck boat (Yamaha 150 HP) for up to 10 people, equipped with GPS tracks and offered with free delivery between Sugarloaf Key and Summerland — a practical field guide to what the rental includes and how to plan.

A 20‑Foot Deck Boat, GPS‑Guided Exploration, and Free Local Delivery — The Slow, Safe Way to See Cudjoe Key.

Duration
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Location
Cudjoe Key
Operator
Nothing Better Boat Rentals
Category
Boat Tour
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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Offered by Nothing Better Boat Rentals out of Cudjoe Key, the Glastron 20' deck boat is built for easy, comfortable days on the Florida Keys: roomy wrap‑around seating for ten, a reliable Yamaha 150‑horsepower outboard and onboard GPS with colored tracks that point the way to scenic spots. The operator delivers rentals across nearby islands, making this a turnkey option for groups who want a straightforward coastal cruise without overnight plans or fishing gear.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE BOAT

Spacious 20' deck boat with serious power

A single Glastron deck boat seats up to ten people comfortably and is driven by a Yamaha 150 HP motor—set up for relaxed cruising rather than fishing.

THE NAVIGATION

Onboard GPS with colored tracks to 'cool locations'

The boat includes GPS that displays colored tracks to recommended local spots, making it easy to follow preprogrammed routes and explore without advanced navigation skills.

THE LOGISTICS

Delivery across nearby keys

Nothing Better Boat Rentals delivers all rentals and offers free delivery for locations between Sugarloaf Key and Summerland, simplifying access for groups staying on nearby islands.

What the day feels like

How the day unfolds

You’ll step aboard a roomy 20' deck boat with wraparound seating and set out under power from Cudjoe Key and surrounding islands, following colored GPS tracks to scenic inshore locations. The boat is intended for daylight leisure cruising for groups up to ten; operators deliver the craft to nearby launch points and expect returns to the dock by late afternoon.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this rental suits — and who should look elsewhere.

1
Small groups and partiesWell suited to groups of friends or family gatherings who want an easy, social day on the water — the boat seats up to 10 people comfortably.
2
Families seeking a daytime cruiseGood for families who plan a daytime outing close to shore; the setup favors lounging and sightseeing rather than active fishing or overnight plans.
3
Fishing groupsNot recommended: fishing is not allowed on this boat, making it a poor match for anglers seeking a dedicated fishing platform.
4
Sunset or overnight cruisersNot a fit for sunset or overnight cruises — the rental must return to dock by 5 PM and is not permitted to go out at night.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & return

Boat rental needs to be back at the dock by 5 PM; night runs are not permitted and the vessel may not go past the barrier reef (7 miles out).

What to bring

$100 deposit reserves the boat.

Logistics & pickup

Meeting locations include Cudjoe Key and surrounding islands; delivery locations listed include Venture Out, KOA Sugarloaf, Summerland Key and Bluewater RV Resort. The operator delivers all rentals and offers free delivery between Sugarloaf Key and Summerland.

Rules & limits

Maximum capacity is ten people; fishing is not allowed on this boat.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How many people can the boat carry?

The 20' deck boat has wrap‑around seating and seats up to 10 people comfortably.

Is fishing allowed from this rental?

No — fishing is not allowed on this boat.

What kind of engine does the boat have?

The boat is powered by a Yamaha 150 HP motor.

Do you deliver the boat to my rental or resort?

Yes — the operator delivers all rentals and offers free delivery to locations between Sugarloaf Key and Summerland; listed meeting points include Cudjoe Key, Venture Out, KOA Sugarloaf, Summerland Key and Bluewater RV Resort.

How do I reserve the boat?

A $100 deposit reserves the boat.

Can I go offshore past the reef or stay out after dark?

No — the boat is not permitted to go past the barrier reef (7 miles out in the Atlantic) and rentals may not go out at night; the boat must be back at the dock by 5 PM.