Tours/Sarasota/HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour
HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour
5.0(403)Sarasota2 hours
VIATOR4.9(60)TRIPADVISOR5.0(343)
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At a glance
Duration
2 hours
Price from
$146 / person
Location
Sarasota, United States
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 403 reviews
Languages
EN, EN, ES, ES
Group
Small group, up to 10
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
HydroCats
Meeting point
The Don Roehr Boat Landing at Centennial Park, Across the street from Publix Grocery Store. Make sure to park in an actual parking spot or trailer parking spot, but not on side or the grass, they are ticketing. There is additional parking across the street at Publix or across from landing.
Description
The 2 seater CraigCat Catamarans! It’s a unique watercraft that is in a class of its own with its Compact Boats. It’s the world’s finest and only compact power catamaran of its kind on the market. The ergonomic, side-by-side seating and dual-action controls provide an incredible, one of a kind experience you can only get with a CraigCat. When it comes to a sporty runabout vessel, no one does fun like CraigCat.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
10:00 AM and 1:00 PM
Next available
Thu, Oct 8
Adult (ages 13+)
$146
Child (ages 5–12)
$117
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour
Itinerary
Lido Key Beach
Pass by
We will go through the Intracoastal waterway of Sarasota Bay, Lido Key, and Bird Key on the 2 seater catamarans!
What's included
Included
Cooler with Bottled Water & Fruit Cups
All Fees and Taxes
Waterproof Bags for belongings
Winter Dry Wind Jacket
Life Jacket
Not included
Towels, water shoes or flip flops
Glasses or Waterproof Phone Case - but we do sell as an add-on item on our website
Sunscreen
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
403 reviews
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How it compares in Sarasota
Rated higher than 75% of 56 reviewed tours in Sarasota
No. 11 by number of reviews among 188 tours in Sarasota
Starting price $146 is 100% above the typical $73 for tours of similar length in Sarasota
Excurgo comparison of 188 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Must be 5 yrs old or older
Driver must have valid drivers license & ONLY if born AFTER Jan 1998 then must take quick Temporary Boaters Test. Click here to complete the test before your reservation https://takemyboattest.com/operator/220/
Weight Limit 250lbs per seat**Max 500 per boat, closer to max, slower the boat will go.
Each person must sign waiver for self/guardian.
Please arrive at least 20 minutes early so we can go over boat/water instructions. Also tours leave on time if you are more than 10 min late we will leave without you and you will not get a refund. If an emergency please call us before and we can work something out.
Driver is required to be above the age of 18, have a valid Drivers License and not be under the influence of Alcohol.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour take?
HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour cost?
Prices start at $146 per person for this Sarasota experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM.
How much does HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour cost for children?
Children aged 5–12 pay from $117, adults from $146.
Can I cancel HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is The Don Roehr Boat Landing at Centennial Park, Across the street from Publix Grocery Store. Make sure to park in an actual parking spot or trailer parking spot, but not on side or the grass, they are ticketing. There is additional parking across the street at Publix or across from landing. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN, EN, ES, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 10 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 403 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by HydroCats.
Reviews(403)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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RDM1968
September 26, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Good Time!
Excellent tour! The hydrocats are so comfortable. You feel totally safe in them. You wiil get wet so be prepared! Went through some of the intracoastal waterways-really nice houses to see. Stopped @ Lido Beach for a swim. If you’re lucky you’ll see some wildlife-dolphins, manatees but no guarantee. It’s worth it whether you do or not. The guides were great. Would do again!
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victorbI7056QB
September 15, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great adventure. 10/10 would do again!
My wife and I did the tour on a Tuesday morning. Our guide Daniel and his partner (I don’t remember her name!) were fantastic. Very friendly, did a great job explaining the boat operation and where the tour would take us. Operating the boat was very simple. I joked that we got the slow boat but they were very good about making sure we kept up and didn’t let us get left behind. Very knowledgeable about the area and what we were seeing. These two were extremely friendly and made this experience one of the highlights of our trip. My wife told me in the first hour of the adventure that we were coming back sometime, and I can guarantee we will. I hope to have Daniel as our guide the next time we do this. Thanks for a wonderful day and a very memorable experience!
Operator response
Awesome so glad to hear you enjoyed, we look forward to seeing you guys again next time. 😁
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Lisa_K
September 13, 2026 · via Viator
Great fun!
Lots of fun, Daniel was an awesome guide! Beautiful day on the water. Guides were informative and personable. They took photos of us with their iPhones, wish we could get copies of those pictures.
Operator response
Hey hon im so very sorry i just saw this did daniel ever send you the pics from trip?
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Maureen_K
September 11, 2026 · via Viator
Staff were very friendly,...
Staff were very friendly, accommodating, and informative. We especially loved chatting at the sandy beach area. We think our weight made our boat go a little slower, but everyone was very sweet as they just kept riding around us so we could keep up. We highly recommend!
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cathyt555
September 7, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great afternoon on the water !
This was a really fun and unique experience. The guides Kara and Danielle took care of everything and made us feel safe on the water. The boats are easy and fun to drive. We will be back again!
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dexterov
September 4, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Fun Times!!
Great activity!! Guides fun to talk with. Nice parking but had to use pay mobile. Not a big deal . Rest rooms but not opened at 10 am. Water provided. Some getting wet but that can also be controlled on how hydro cat is driven.
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davejP3801OP
September 3, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great Experience
Fantastically Fun, great tour guides, and well now I want one😂
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jeryan18695
August 29, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
HydroCats Over Sarasota Bay
Daniel and Cara did a great job. We got the VIP treatment highly recommend this excursion one of the best excursions you can do while at the beach.
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histhurl
August 29, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Highly recommend!
It was so much fun to do this! The boats are fun to drive and what a great way to see the area. We saw dolphins multiple times. Stopped halfway on a beautiful sand beach to swim and switch drivers. They provide a little cooler with water. We’ll do this again.
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deborahlH145AJ
August 25, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Fun water experience.
What a great boating experience. Ease of operation for seniors and our young adults. The fun 2 hour ride was filled with dolphins birds and a sand bar where you could swim and switch drivers if you like. The size of the boat was perfect to go down small canals where bigger boats couldn’t as well as full throttle in the open water. We enjoyed seeing gorgeous mansions and landscapes. We definitely will make this a must for future family snd guests.
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