Powerboats. Fishing Boats. Sailboats. Jet Skis. Charters.

    The St. Petersburg/Clearwater area is a peninsula on a peninsula, so naturally, there's beautiful water almost everywhere. For the visitor, this means spectacular boating and fishing opportunities. If you don't count yourself among America's famous yachtsmen (or yachtswomen), that's OK. We'll be happy to show you ways to have fun on the water, because the possibilities are limitless.

Steer Your Own Ship

    If you want to start small, rent a jet ski, a small sailboat or another personal watercraft. Many hotels will have them for you right on the beach along with the instruction you'll need to get started.

    Need something a little bigger? Many area businesses cater to the nautical needs of vacation visitors, so you can rent everything from personal watercraft to larger sailboats and powerboats.

    Or take the road less traveled. Rent a canoe or kayak and enjoy the quiet water of our bays and backwaters. Your hotel can point you in the right direction and many will help you make the arrangements.

Or Hire A Captain

    If you'd rather leave the driving to someone else, there are plenty of charter services available. Local captains can accommodate you with a choice of tours and itineraries, including island stopovers for shelling, deep-sea fishing, dolphin spotting and sunset cruises.

    Everywhere you turn, the St. Petersburg/Clearwater area entices you with beautiful water and tempting waterborne activities. Along with, friendly people ready to help you make this vacation - your vacation - wonderfully unforgettable.