Boat Experiences
Cape Venture Boat Experiences
Private boating in Southwest Florida, your way
Explore the Gulf in comfort, style, and complete privacy. Whether you want a licensed captain to handle every detail or prefer to take the helm yourself, every Cape Venture experience is curated to feel effortless, and unforgettable.
How It Works
From choosing your experience to getting on the water, three simple steps.
Choose Your Experience
Captain Included for a fully guided day, or Self Drive if you're a qualified boater who prefers freedom.
Pick Your Date & Vessel
Check real-time availability, choose your vessel, and select the duration that works best for your group.
Get on the Water
Show up and enjoy. We handle the rest, safety briefing, equipment, and a seamless experience from start to finish.
Two Ways to Experience the Water
Different experiences, same commitment to privacy and quality.
Sit back & enjoy the ride
A licensed captain handles navigation, itinerary, and safety, you focus on enjoying the day. Fully private: your group, your schedule.
- ✓ Choose from 2 vessels
- ✓ Captain, fuel & safety gear included
- ✓ 3 to 10-hour durations
- ✓ Flexible custom itineraries
Starting from $872.60 for 3 hours
View Captain Included Charters →Take the helm yourself
Qualified boaters rent our Stingray 212SC for multi-day adventures. Explore Cape Coral canals and Gulf-access waterways entirely at your own pace.
- ✓ Stingray 212SC — up to 12 passengers
- ✓ 3-day minimum rental
- ✓ Perfect add-on for STR guests
- ✓ Qualified boaters only
From $325 / day | $1,995 / week
View Self Drive Rental →Our Fleet
Three vessels across two experiences, pick the one that fits your day.
Licensed captain · Fuel included · Fully private
Qualified boaters only · 3-day minimum · Your pace
Stingray 212SC Deck Boat
A versatile deck boat for Cape Coral canals and Gulf-access waterways. Spacious, comfortable, and ready for a full day out.
Self-Drive Rates (3-day minimum)
Required at Checkout
How to Book
Request your dates
Submit your dates and boating experience via our contact form. We'll confirm availability within 24 hours.
Quick screening + deposit hold
We'll verify your boating experience, collect the deposit hold, and confirm your reservation.
Captain meets you at the dock → you go
Our captain does the check-in, walks you through the boat, and you're off. The water is yours.
Popular Destinations
All reachable in a single day from Cape Coral. Tap a destination to explore.
↓ Click any destination for travel time, itinerary & tips
Cabbage Key
~50–60 min from Cape CoralBest For
Lunch cruise · Island dining · Couples & foodies · Waterfront history
Suggested Itinerary
Depart Cape Coral → cruise Caloosahatchee River & Pine Island Sound → dock at the iconic Cabbage Key Inn (known as the "Cheeseburger in Paradise" inspiration) → lunch in the legendary dollar-bill-covered bar → explore the historic water tower → return at leisure.
💡 Reserve lunch ahead — it fills up fast. Only accessible by boat.
Cayo Costa
~60–70 min from Cape CoralBest For
Secluded beach day · Shelling · Snorkeling · Families · Nature lovers
Suggested Itinerary
Depart morning → cruise south through Caloosahatchee & Charlotte Harbor → anchor off Cayo Costa State Park → pristine Gulf-side beach with some of the best shelling in Florida → swim, snorkel, spot dolphins & manatees → picnic on the shore → return afternoon.
💡 No food or amenities on the island — bring everything you need. Only accessible by boat.
Fort Myers Beach
~30–40 min from Cape CoralBest For
Dock & dine · Groups · Casual beach day · Waterfront bars · Half-day charters
Suggested Itinerary
Cruise down the Caloosahatchee River → dock near Times Square → lunch at Nervous Nellie's, Doc Ford's, or Snug Harbor → walk the beach → cold drinks at a waterfront bar → return at sunset. A perfect half-day charter.
💡 Great option for a 3–4 hour charter. Dock space is limited on weekends — plan ahead.
Sanibel Island
~45–55 min from Cape CoralBest For
World-class shelling · Wildlife · Couples · Nature lovers · Relaxed full-day trip
Suggested Itinerary
Cruise through San Carlos Bay → anchor off Sanibel's Gulf-side beaches → world-renowned shelling on the shore → watch for dolphins, manatees, and over 200 bird species in J.N. "Ding" Darling Wildlife Refuge → picnic on board → return at leisure.
💡 Best shelling at low tide in the morning. Bring a mesh bag and water shoes.
Sandbars
~15–25 min from Cape CoralBest For
Groups & parties · Swimming · Floating & anchoring · Quick half-day getaway · Add-on to any charter
Suggested Itinerary
Quick cruise to nearby sandbars in Pine Island Sound or Gulf shallows → anchor in warm, clear water → swim, float on rafts, socialize → pack your coolers and enjoy the day → easy to combine with a second destination like Fort Myers Beach or Cabbage Key.
💡 Popular spots fill up fast on weekends — an early morning departure is worth it.
Waterfront Dining
10–55 min depending on spotBest For
Date nights · Celebrations · Special occasions · Family lunch · Sunset dinners
Top Spots from Cape Coral
Cape Harbour Marina (~10 min) — Rumrunners, right from the dock
Cabbage Key Inn (~55 min) — the iconic "dollar bill bar" lunch
Fort Myers Beach (~35 min) — Nervous Nellie's, Doc Ford's, Snug Harbor
St. James City (~40 min) — Low Key Tiki, Phuzzy's Boat Shack
💡 Some docks require reservations. Ask your captain for current conditions before you go.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before booking your experience.
Captain Included
What is included in a captain included charter?
How many guests can join?
What durations are available?
Can we customize the itinerary?
What happens if the weather is bad on my charter day?
Self Drive
Do I need a boating license to rent the Stingray?
What is the minimum rental period?
Is there a security deposit?
Where can I take the boat?
What is the fuel policy?
Ready to Get on the Water?
Choose your experience and book your date today. Private, flexible, and unforgettable.