What if the weather is bad?
If weather conditions don't look favorable that day the captain will make the decision to proceed or not that morning. You will be refunded or rebooked if there is a cancelation due to weather.
Can we bring drinks and snacks?
Yes, you can bring any drinks or snacks on the cruise. We have bottled water in a cooler on board.
Is lunch included on the lunch cruise?
No, lunch is purchased separately at Cabbage Key or Useppa Island.
What is the minimum amount of people to start a cruise?
It takes a minimum of 6 people to start a cruise. Once the minimum is met, remaining seats can be booked individually with no minimum. You can book if you have under 6 people but it will be at the 6 person minimum rate.
Do you have a bathroom on board?
Yes we do!
Can we bring pets?
No. Useppa and Cabbage key do not allow pets. Other guests on board also may have issues with pets.
What is your cancellation policy?
Cancellations are refunded if notice is given a minimum 24 hours before your departure.
Will we see wildlife?
Yes, we almost always have dolphins joining us on our cruises. The afternoon trip visits the White Pelican Reserve in the winter. We also often see manatees, turtles, and various birds.
Do you make our lunch reservations?
Yes, we make your lunch and dinner reservations for you at Cabbage Key and Useppa Island.
How many passengers can you carry?
We can carry up to 13 passengers. Infants are also counted as passengers under USCG regulations.
Our boat is the only USCG documented vessel that can legally carry over 6 passengers for hire in Boca Grande.
Are your captains licensed?
Yes, our captains hold USCG Merchant Marine Credentials and are randomly drug tested.