Glass Bottom boat tour in Sarasota, FL?

Question

I am looking for a glass bottom boat tour in the Sarasota area. I have found tons of dolphin cruises, but no glass bottom boat tours. Does anyone know of a glass bottom tour in that area?

Answer 1

There are no glass bottom boat tours in Sarasota or in the surrounding areas at this time.  Mote Marine has never offered such boat rides to the public.  They are a research facility.

The Sarasota Bay Explorers have been offering Eco-Tours of Sarasota Bay for many years.  They will have a Marine Biologist aboard to show you the many points of interest around the bay.  You will be able to find one of their kiosks at Mote Marine because that is where they keep their boats.  They have never offered glass bottom tours either.

If you are willing to drive eleven or so hours one way from Sarasota, the best place for the type of entertainment you seek is in Key West.  You will have the opportunity to see North America’s only living coral reef, the third largest and one of the most biologically diverse marine eco-systems in the world.

Answer 2

Mote marine near longboat key used to run a glass bottom boat tour.  If they don't anymore, I would bet they would know of anyone who currently does.  Good luck.