Bradenton & Palma Sola Bay
Guided jet ski tours near Anna Maria Island.
Follow a local guide, build an itinerary around your group, and spend more time experiencing the water.
Current starting rates
Choose your tour time.
$380 / 2 hours
2 hours. A focused local-led water experience.
- Palma Sola Bay Causeway, Bradenton
- Guide, life jackets, snorkeling gear & anchor included
$520 / 3 hours
3 hours. Extra room to enjoy the experience.
- Palma Sola Bay Causeway, Bradenton
- Guide, life jackets, snorkeling gear & anchor included
3 / 6 skis / guests
Up to three skis and six guests.
- Local guide, life jackets, snorkeling gear & anchor included
- Choose a tour time that fits your group
Meet us at Palma Sola Bay.
Guided jet ski tours meet at Palma Sola Bay Causeway in Bradenton, two vendors down from the ramp.
Driving west toward Anna Maria Island, we are the last jet ski vendor on the left. Driving east away from the island, after the final bridge, we are the first jet ski vendor on the right.
Before your guided jet ski tour
- Complete your waiver and paperwork, send driver’s IDs, then arrive 20 minutes early
- Your guided tour includes a local guide, life jackets, snorkeling gear, and an anchor
Florida boating education
Operators born on or after January 1, 1988 must meet Florida’s boating-safety education requirement and bring photo ID before operating.
Clear costs, clear expectations
Know what to review before you book.
- Starting rates: Guided tours start at $380 for two hours and $520 for three hours. FareHarbor shows current availability and the live total before payment.
- Your tour includes: A local guide, life jackets, snorkeling gear, and an anchor are included with every guided tour.
- Damage deposit: A $1,000 damage deposit is not routinely placed on your card. It is used only if damage occurs; there is no standard preauthorization or hold.
- Plans or weather: Review our cancellation, weather, rescheduling & refund policy before booking.
Guided jet ski tour questions
Where do guided jet ski tours meet?
Guided tours meet at Palma Sola Bay Causeway in Bradenton, two vendors down from the ramp. When driving west toward Anna Maria Island, we are the last jet ski vendor on the left. When driving east away from the island after the final bridge, we are the first jet ski vendor on the right.
What is included in a guided jet ski tour?
Every guided tour includes a local guide, life jackets, snorkeling gear, and an anchor.
Is there a damage deposit for a guided jet ski tour?
A $1,000 damage deposit is not routinely placed on your card. It is used only if damage occurs; there is no standard preauthorization or hold.
How many people can join a guided jet ski tour?
Guided jet ski tours can use up to three skis and accommodate up to six guests.
What itinerary can we expect?
The itinerary is built with your group and depends on time, weather, wind, and bay conditions. Options can include Egmont Key, the coastline, Beer Can Island, Two Fish, and—on longer 3-hour tours when conditions allow—Midnight Pass.
Are guided jet ski tours good for photos?
The ride is the experience, and the route is built with time for the moments your group wants to remember. We will help shape the day around the conditions and your priorities.
How long are guided jet ski tours?
Guided tours have 2-hour and 3-hour starting options. Confirm current group size, requirements, inclusions, and exact calendar availability during booking.
What ages can ride or drive on a guided jet ski tour?
The renter must be 18 or older. A 17-year-old may drive when a legal guardian or adult completes the booking. A 16-year-old may drive their own jet ski when a parent or legal guardian rides on the same ski or accompanies them on another ski.
What is the jet ski weight limit?
The maximum combined weight is 400 lb. Two riders are most comfortable; three can work with one small child.
Do I need Florida boating-safety documentation?
Florida boating-safety requirements apply to operators born on or after January 1, 1988. Bring the required boating-safety documentation and photo ID before operating.