SIESTA KEY WATER ACTIVITIES FIELD GUIDE
Nine Hours on the 2400 Southwind SportDeck: Siesta Key’s bay in a day
A 9-hour rental aboard CB’s Saltwater Outfitters’ 2400 SportDeck for up to 8 adults and 2 kids — a practical guide to the boat, the route through Sarasota’s intercoastal waterways, and what you must bring.
Nine Hours on the 2400 Southwind SportDeck: Siesta Key’s bay in a day.
Book a rental and spend nine hours boating through miles of Sarasota’s intercoastal waterways, where mangroves, sandbars and beaches meet tropical trees, flowers and an array of coastal birds; CB’s docks sit behind their Sarasota store on Siesta Key, and the 2400 SportDeck pairs roomy seating with a 200 hp Suzuki engine and a bimini top for shade.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Room, power and shade for a full day on the bay
The 2400 SportDeck is built for comfort and social days afloat: luxuriously roomy seating, a 200 hp Suzuki outboard and a bimini top for shade. The layout accommodates up to eight adults and two children, making long runs between sandbars and mangrove channels easy and comfortable.
Close encounters with bay wildlife and shoreline scenery
The route reveals Sarasota’s natural beauty: exotic birds among tropical foliage, mangrove corridors, sandbars and beaches, and wildlife you might photograph from the boat such as dolphins and manatees.
Rules, capacity and on‑board essentials
Renters must be at least 26 and have boating experience; those born after January 1, 1988 are required by law to hold a boater’s license. Boats are equipped with Coast Guard safety gear, nautical charts and bimini tops, and are intended for sightseeing and bay fishing.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
From check‑in behind CB’s Sarasota store on Siesta Key you’ll board the roomy 2400 SportDeck and spend the next nine hours cruising mangrove-lined channels, idling at sandbars and skirting beaches. Expect a measured day of sightseeing and fishing in the bay — shaded stops under the bimini, camera-ready moments for birds and marine life, and comfortable seating that keeps the group together between short runs powered by the 200 hp Suzuki.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this rental suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Full‑day rental is nine hours long; plan for a full daylight schedule when booking and provisioning the boat.
Bring a driver’s license or passport for check‑in, sunscreen, a fishing hat, polarized sunglasses and boat shoes or sneakers with light-colored soles; a smartphone or camera is recommended for wildlife photos.
All boats are equipped with bimini tops, Coast Guard safety equipment and nautical charts; boats are intended for sightseeing and bay fishing only.
You’re advised to book in advance; renters must be at least 26 and have boating experience, and those born after January 1, 1988 must carry a boater’s license per law.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the rental?
This is a nine-hour full-day rental.
Where do I check in for the rental?
Check in at CB’s docks located behind their Sarasota store on Siesta Key.
What are the age and licensing requirements to rent?
Renters must be at least 26 and have boating experience; anyone born after January 1, 1988 is required by law to have a boater’s license.
How many people can the boat carry?
The 2400 SportDeck fits eight adults and two children.
What identification do I need at check-in?
A driver’s license or passport is required at time of check-in.
Are pets allowed onboard?
Yes — pets are allowed onboard.
What equipment comes on the boat?
Boats are equipped with bimini tops, Coast Guard equipment and nautical charts.
Can we fish from the boat?
Yes — boats are intended for sightseeing and fishing in the bay only.