--- title: Boating In, Around and From the Waters of Sarasota description: Sarasota's waters provide some of the best waters in the country for boating. Here's our guide to boating in the Sarasota area. image: https://blog.duncanseawall.com/hubfs/boat%20on%20the%20blue%20florida%20water.jpg --- [![duncanseawall-logo-light](https://blog.duncanseawall.com/hs-fs/hubfs/DUN%20Logos/duncanseawall-logo-light.png?width=191&height=53&name=duncanseawall-logo-light.png "duncanseawall-logo-light")](https://www.duncanseawall.com) [![duncanseawall-logo-colored](https://blog.duncanseawall.com/hs-fs/hubfs/DUN%20Logos/duncanseawall-logo-colored.png?width=191&height=53&name=duncanseawall-logo-colored.png "duncanseawall-logo-colored")](https://www.duncanseawall.com) [![Contact Us](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/418824/5391dabf-9166-4997-a2d6-f2d45cd0a659.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/418824/5391dabf-9166-4997-a2d6-f2d45cd0a659) Seawall, Dock & Boat Lift Blog [![boat on the blue florida water](https://blog.duncanseawall.com/hubfs/boat%20on%20the%20blue%20florida%20water.jpg) ](https://blog.duncanseawall.com/boating-in-around-and-from-the-waters-of-sarasota) # Boating In, Around and From the Waters of Sarasota May 6, 2019 11:15:56 AM by [Duncan Seawall](https://blog.duncanseawall.com/author/duncan-seawall) 0 Comments - - - Boating In, Around and From the Waters of Sarasota 3:52   Whether you own a boat, or you want to experience a short cruise on the water, Sarasota is a [great location](https://www.worldatlas.com/na/us/fl/where-is-sarasota.html). With its central location along Florida's Gulf Coast, it is a perfect place for the boating lifestyle. ***Related Blog: [3 Restaurants to Visit the Next Time You're Boating in Sarasota](https://blog.duncanseawall.com/3-restaurants-to-visit-the-next-time-youre-boating-in-sarasota-florida)***   ## Enjoying Water Excursions of Sarasota Part of living in Sarasota is the excitement of taking a relaxing excursion around the Sarasota Bay area. Whether you want to explore or dine, there is something for everyone. From dolphin watching to sunset cruising, you may want to experience them all. - [Sarasota Bay Explorers](https://sarasotabayexplorers.com/) offers educational and exciting, hands-on tours from Mote Marine Aquarium. - [LeBarge Tropical Cruises](http://www.lebargetropicalcruises.com/) has been navigating the waters around Sarasota for over three decades with several types of cruising adventures. - [Kathleen D. Sailing Catamarans](https://www.kathleend.net/sarasota___siesta_key) can you on different sailing adventures. - [Outriggers Charter Fishing](https://sarasotacharterfishing.com/) offers you the chance to hook the big fish. - [Marina Jack II](https://www.marinajacks.com/sightseeing-cruises/the-marina-jack-ii.html) will take you on a luxurious dinner cruise. ## Boating Around Sarasota You don't have to own a boat to enjoy cruising the waters around Sarasota. At Marina Jack, you can [rent a boat](https://www.bayfrontexcursions.com/rental-reservation) to go exploring thru Bayfront Excursion. Be sure you know all the [FAQs](https://www.bayfrontexcursions.com/faqs) before you make a reservation. You can even hire a captain to do all the navigating. You can sit back and enjoy the adventure.   For those boat owners wanting to know where to enjoy boating around Sarasota, check out Sarasota County's [boating and paddling](https://www.scgov.net/Home/Components/FacilityDirectory/FacilityDirectory/491/4295?npage=4) information. You can find the parks where you can launch your boat.   ## Boating Adventures Leaving the Waters of Sarasota Sarasota's central location makes it easy to take those weekend trips along Florida's Gulf Coast. There are marinas where you can dock or moor out for the evening to enjoy wonderful restaurants and events. You can discover marinas all over the state of Florida on [Florida by Water](https://www.floridabywater.com/central-west-florida/sarasota/marinas). This site has divided The Sunshine State into easy navigational sections. You will love the navigational directions that give you the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW) markers.   Not only does Florida by Water give you fun information about parades and tropical drinks, but you also get vital boating information. The [LINKS](https://www.floridabywater.com/boating-links) page offers educational direction for all boaters. You even get the [CHARTS](https://www.floridabywater.com/mapacharts) you need to navigate the Florida waters. As every experienced boater knows, it is imperative to be educated and prepared for the unexpected when you are on the water. The [BLOG](https://www.floridabywater.com/a-boaters-blog) page on Florida by Water also offers additional information that can help you with boating around Florida. - Did you happen to get your first boat? If you haven't quite organized everything you should have, this [blog](https://www.floridabywater.com/a-boaters-blog/1904-so-you-have-a-new-boat) guides you on the important boating items and knowledge. Advanced technology has brought emergency location devices for land and water. Found on [BoatU.S.](https://www.boatus.com/expert-advice/expert-advice-archive/2011/june/coast-guard-search-and-rescue-for-boats), you can understand why it is a smart idea to invest in a personal locator beacon (PLB). Safety is a top priority for the boating lifestyle. The better prepared you are, the more you will enjoy life on the water. - It's exciting to see that Sarasota is noted to be [a top boating destination](https://www.floridabywater.com/a-boaters-blog/1910-florida-s-top-5-boating-destinations) for boaters. ## Welcome to the Sarasota Boating Lifestyle! If you are ready to begin enjoying the boating lifestyle of Sarasota and beyond, the team at[ Duncan Seawall, Dock &  Boat Lift, LLC](https://www.duncanseawall.com/about) is here to help. With the experience that spans four decades, we have the knowledge and expert skill in marine construction for residential and commercial customers. 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