PRIVATE BOAT CHARTERS IN SARASOTA & VENICE, FLORIDA
Explore Florida’s Gulf Coast aboard our 39' Contender. Enjoy private sunset cruises, dolphin tours, sandbar trips, celebratio
EXPLORE OUR SARASOTA & VENICE BOAT CHARTERS
Sarasota & Venice Offshore Fishing
Sarasota & Venice Offshore Fishing
Sarasota & Venice Offshore Fishing
Experience offshore fishing in Sarasota aboard our 39' Contender, built for serious fishing and comfortable days on the Gulf. From family fishing trips to experienced anglers, Livin' Charters offers private offshore adventures targeting grouper, snapper, amberjack and more. Choose from half-day, full-day and custom fishing charters with an experienced local captain
Sarasota & Venice Sandbar Tours
Sarasota & Venice Offshore Fishing
Sarasota & Venice Offshore Fishing
Explore Sarasota’s beautiful islands, sandbars and beaches on a private boat charter with Livin’ Charters. Cruise the turquoise waters, swim, relax on the sandbar or enjoy our inflatables and water toys. Every trip is private and customizable, making it perfect for families, friends and groups looking for an unforgettable day on the water.
Sunset Tours
Sarasota & Venice Offshore Fishing
Sarasota & Venice Private Boat Charters
Experience a Sarasota sunset from the water on your own private boat charter. Cruise the Gulf and Intracoastal as the sun sets over Florida’s beautiful coastline. Perfect for couples, families, celebrations or a relaxing evening with friends, our private Sarasota sunset cruises offer an unforgettable way to end the day.
Sarasota & Venice Private Boat Charters
Sarasota & Venice Private Boat Charters
Sarasota & Venice Private Boat Charters
Enjoy a private yacht-style charter in Sarasota aboard our spacious 39' Contender. Build your perfect day on the water with cruising, swimming, sightseeing, waterfront stops or simply relaxing with family and friends. Every charter is private and customized around your group for a premium Sarasota boating experience.
Bachelor & Bachelorette Boat Parties
Sarasota & Venice Private Boat Charters
Bachelor & Bachelorette Boat Parties
Celebrate your bachelor or bachelorette party on the water with a private Sarasota boat charter. Bring your favorite drinks, music and crew for a customized day of cruising, swimming and sandbar fun aboard our 39' Contender. Livin' Charters makes it easy to create an unforgettable celebration before the big day.
Morning & Mimosa Cruises
Sarasota & Venice Private Boat Charters
Bachelor & Bachelorette Boat Parties
Start your day on the water with a private morning cruise in Sarasota or Venice. Bring your favorite mimosas, relax with friends and enjoy a peaceful cruise along Florida’s beautiful Gulf Coast. Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, girls’ trips or simply enjoying a laid-back morning on the water.
Birthdays
Burial at Sea & Celebration of Life
Burial at Sea & Celebration of Life
Celebrate your birthday on the water with a private boat charter in Sarasota or Venice. Spend the day cruising, swimming, visiting local sandbars and enjoying your favorite music with family and friends. From milestone birthdays to laid-back celebrations, Livin’ Charters can customize the perfect day on the Gulf Coast.
Burial at Sea & Celebration of Life
Burial at Sea & Celebration of Life
Burial at Sea & Celebration of Life
Honor the life of a loved one with a peaceful and private burial at sea serving Sarasota and Venice. Livin’ Charters provides a respectful setting for family and friends to gather, reflect and celebrate a life surrounded by the beauty of the Gulf. We’ll work with your group to create a meaningful and personalized memorial on the water.
Weddings & Proposals on the Water
Burial at Sea & Celebration of Life
Weddings & Proposals on the Water
Make your special day unforgettable with a private boat charter in Sarasota or Venice. Whether you’re planning an intimate wedding on the water, a romantic proposal, or a pre- or post-wedding celebration, Livin’ Charters can create a customized experience with Florida’s beautiful Gulf Coast as your backdrop.
Dolphin & Wildlife Tours
Custom Private Boat Charters
Weddings & Proposals on the Water
Explore the waterways of Sarasota and Venice on a private dolphin and wildlife tour. Cruise the Gulf and Intracoastal while looking for wild dolphins, manatees and other local marine life. Perfect for families, couples and visitors looking for a relaxing and memorable way to experience Florida’s Gulf Coast from the water.
Custom Private Boat Charters
Custom Private Boat Charters
Custom Private Boat Charters
Create your perfect day on the water with a custom private boat charter in Sarasota or Venice. Cruise the Gulf Coast, visit sandbars, swim, sightsee, stop at waterfront restaurants or simply relax aboard our 39' Contender. Every trip is private and customized around your group and the experience you want.
Waterfront Dining Cruises
Custom Private Boat Charters
Custom Private Boat Charters
Cruise the waterways of Sarasota and Venice and arrive at your favorite waterfront restaurant by boat. Livin’ Charters can customize a private cruise with stops at local waterfront dining destinations, giving your group a fun and memorable way to experience Florida’s Gulf Coast by water.
EXPERIENCE PRIVATE BOAT CHARTERS IN SARASOTA & VENICE
SARASOTA & VENICE OFFSHORE FISHING CHARTERS
What to Expect on Your Sarasota or Venice Fishing Charter
Livin’ Charters offers private offshore fishing trips from Sarasota and Venice, customized around your group, experience level and the fish you want to target. Aboard our 39' Contender, we’ll head into the Gulf in search of grouper, snapper, amberjack and other seasonal species. From first-time anglers to experienced fishermen, every trip is designed to provide a safe, comfortable and exciting day of fishing on Florida’s Gulf Coast.
Book Your Sarasota or Venice Fishing Charter
Ready to fish the Gulf with Livin’ Charters? Contact us today to plan your private Sarasota or Venice fishing charter. We’ll help you choose the right trip based on your group, experience level and the type of fishing you want to enjoy.
MEET OUR 39' CONTENDER
2025 39' Contender with Triple Yamaha 450HP Outboards
Step aboard our 2025 39' Contender, powered by triple Yamaha 450HP outboards and built for performance, comfort and adventure. With plenty of space for your group, premium seating, advanced electronics and everything needed for a day on the Gulf, this boat is equally at home offshore fishing, cruising Sarasota’s coastline or spending the day at the sandbar. Livin’ Charters combines a premium boat with a personalized private charter experience.
MEET THE LIVIN' CHARTERS CAPTAINS
Captain Josh
Captain Josh was born and raised in Atlanta, GA, and has called Florida home since 2018. He holds a United States Coast Guard Master License with a towing endorsement and has had a passion for boating for as long as he can remember. In fact, he jokes that he spent part of his “incubation period” at sea and received his first—and only—boat
Captain Josh was born and raised in Atlanta, GA, and has called Florida home since 2018. He holds a United States Coast Guard Master License with a towing endorsement and has had a passion for boating for as long as he can remember. In fact, he jokes that he spent part of his “incubation period” at sea and received his first—and only—boating violation for speeding at age 11 on Lake Winnipesaukee, NH.
With years of boating experience and extensive time on the Gulf, Captain Josh loves creating unforgettable days on the water. Whether you're offshore fishing, cruising Sarasota, exploring local sandbars or celebrating a special occasion, his goal is simple: keep you safe, have a great time and create memories you'll be talking about long after you're back on shore.
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