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Board a private 25-foot tiki pontoon for a half-day cruise through Matanzas Pass and a two-hour stop at Lovers Key State Park. Expect close wildlife encounters, calm swimming, and a relaxed BYOB vibe with a USCG-licensed captain at the helm.
Board a private 25-foot tiki pontoon for a half-day cruise through Matanzas Pass and a two-hour stop at Lovers Key State Park. Expect close wildlife encounters, calm swimming, and a relaxed BYOB vibe with a USCG-licensed captain at the helm.
Step aboard the Tiny Tiki at Main Street Marina and feel the Gulf breeze push you out through Matanzas Pass.
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Operated by Tiny Tiki Tours · Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Step aboard the Tiny Tiki at Main Street Marina and feel the Gulf breeze push you out through Matanzas Pass.
The 25-foot custom tiki pontoon balances shaded benches and sun-warmed teak, drifting past mangrove-fringed shorelines where currents nudge the bow and dolphins arc like punctuation marks. For two hours the boat anchors at Lovers Key State Park—an undeveloped stretch of barrier island beach where sandbars shift with the tide and the surf invites a short swim or a solitary walk along quiet sand.
This coastline is young in geological terms: barrier islands and passes formed by the rising-and-falling moods of the Gulf, carving channels like Big Carlos Pass. The area’s human history runs from the Calusa people who fished these waters to a modern community built around boating and waterfront restaurants in Fort Myers Beach. Look across the harbor and you’ll see the working waterfront culture—shrimp boats, waterfront cafés and sunset crowds.
Expect wildlife: dolphins are common, manatees appear in cooler months and wading birds patrol the tidal edge. Captain Kate, a USCG-licensed operator, handles the local currents and knows where boats anchor for privacy.
Practicalities: meet on the dock with your BYOB cooler (ice provided), wear reef-safe sunscreen, bring a towel and light footwear for beach walks, and consider a light jacket for on-deck breeze. Tours run about four hours total; they’re family-friendly but follow the captain’s guidance for wildlife viewing and safe anchoring.
The private boat is booked for up to six guests per trip; pricing is a flat rate per booking.
Yes—tours are BYOB and coolers with ice are provided; follow local laws and captain instructions regarding consumption.
Parking at the meeting marina is free, but arrive early in peak season to secure a spot.
Tours are cancelled for unsafe weather; cancel at least 24 hours prior for a full refund per the operator policy.
Tiny Tiki Tours operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
Step aboard the Tiny Tiki at Main Street Marina and feel the Gulf breeze push you out through Matanzas Pass.
Step aboard the Tiny Tiki at Main Street Marina and feel the Gulf breeze push you out through Matanzas Pass.
The 25-foot custom tiki pontoon balances shaded benches and sun-warmed teak, drifting past mangrove-fringed shorelines where currents nudge the bow and dolphins arc like punctuation marks. For two hours the boat anchors at Lovers Key State Park—an undeveloped stretch of barrier island beach where sandbars shift with the tide and the surf invites a short swim or a solitary walk along quiet sand.
This coastline is young in geological terms: barrier islands and passes formed by the rising-and-falling moods of the Gulf, carving channels like Big Carlos Pass. The area’s human history runs from the Calusa people who fished these waters to a modern community built around boating and waterfront restaurants in Fort Myers Beach. Look across the harbor and you’ll see the working waterfront culture—shrimp boats, waterfront cafés and sunset crowds.
Expect wildlife: dolphins are common, manatees appear in cooler months and wading birds patrol the tidal edge. Captain Kate, a USCG-licensed operator, handles the local currents and knows where boats anchor for privacy.
Practicalities: meet on the dock with your BYOB cooler (ice provided), wear reef-safe sunscreen, bring a towel and light footwear for beach walks, and consider a light jacket for on-deck breeze. Tours run about four hours total; they’re family-friendly but follow the captain’s guidance for wildlife viewing and safe anchoring.