About
HydroCats

Sarasota's only CraigCat catamaran tour operator — and the best two hours you'll spend on the water in Southwest Florida.

Our Story

Born on
Sarasota Bay

HydroCats started with a simple idea: give people the most fun, most memorable experience possible on Sarasota Bay — and put them at the helm to do it. The CraigCat compact catamaran made that possible. It's fast, stable, easy to drive, and unlike anything else on the water.

We operate out of the Don Roehr Boat Landing at Centennial Park, right in the heart of Sarasota. Every tour is guided by locals who know the bay, the wildlife, and the best routes through the barrier keys. We keep groups small — up to 10 guests — so every tour feels personal.

The result is a 5-star experience that guests come back to year after year. More than 300 TripAdvisor reviews and counting — and we're just getting started.

HydroCats CraigCat catamarans at Marina Jack, Sarasota

Why HydroCats

1

Only CraigCat Tour in Sarasota

There's nowhere else in Sarasota — or Southwest Florida — where you can drive a CraigCat compact catamaran on a guided tour.

311

5-Star TripAdvisor Reviews

Over 300 guests have rated us 5 stars. We're consistently ranked among the top outdoor activities in Sarasota.

10

Max Guests Per Tour

We keep groups small on purpose. Every guest gets personal attention from the guide and plenty of room on the water.

30

mph Top Speed

The CraigCat is the world's finest compact power catamaran. Fast, stable, and unlike anything else on Sarasota Bay.

HydroCats guide on the water in Sarasota Bay
The Team

Guides Who
Love the Bay

Every HydroCats guide is a Sarasota local — someone who grew up on this water, knows where the dolphins feed, and can read the bay like a map. They're not reading from a script. They're sharing the place they love.

Safety is always first. All guides are certified in CPR and first aid, carry emergency equipment on every tour, and conduct a full safety briefing before every departure. You're in good hands — and you're going to have a great time.

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What Guests Say

5.0 average · 311 reviews on TripAdvisor

"Second time taking this tour and it still throws up new surprises. Loved the tour again and will be making this a part of every vacation we have in the area."

— Exploration813832

TripAdvisor · February 2026

"Kara and Katie were amazing! We had such a great ride with the perfect mix of relaxation and go-get-em! The beach was beautiful! Ice cold water bottles the entire time! Worth every dime!"

— Christina B.

TripAdvisor · November 2025

"Excellent tour. Highly recommend — beautiful sites and great tour guides."

— Matt M.

TripAdvisor · September 2025

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Come See It for Yourself

Tours run daily from Centennial Park. Groups of up to 10. Book online and you're on the water in minutes.

Book a Tour — From $125 View Tour Details