Blue Water Explorers Tours

Grab your fins and face mask and dive beneath the waters at Blue Water Explorers. It'll be a day of splashing around with a difference.

Situated in Cortez, this underwater attraction is worth a visit. But you'll find plenty more to discover in this area. IMG Academy, Coquina Beach, and Anna Maria Beach are within close reach of Blue Water Explorers.

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Cedar Cove Resort and Cottages

Cedar Cove Resort and Cottages

3 out of 5
Price was $1,617, price is now $1,093 per person
$1,093
per person
Apr 26 - Apr 30
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Boston (BOS) to Sarasota (SRQ)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (494 reviews)
Everything was perfect cant wait to go back

Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026

FUSION Resort Waterfront Suites

FUSION Resort Waterfront Suites

3.5 out of 5
Price was $1,944, price is now $1,224 per person
$1,224
per person
May 20 - May 27
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Boston (BOS) to Tampa (TPA)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,135 reviews)
Everything was wonderful

Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026

Crystal Palms Beach Resort

Crystal Palms Beach Resort

4 out of 5
Sunshine Beach
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $1,616, price is now $1,111 per person
$1,111
per person
May 20 - May 27
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Boston (BOS) to Tampa (TPA)
9/10 Wonderful! (4 reviews)
There was construction going on all around us, and it was very loud when I was trying to take a nap. Aside from the sound, there was plastic and tape everywhere and furniture blocking the hallway. The elevators were slow as ever, and at one point I thought we were stick because the doors wouldn't open. But despite all this, the worst part was the mattress in each room.. both my boyfriend and I had very sore backs after night 1.. and he ended up sleeping on the couch for nights 2 and 3.. while I just suffered through it since there was nowhere else. All in all, it was not the best experience. But the balcony was huge and the view was nice.

Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026

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Tours & day trips

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Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour

Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour

Activity duration is 2 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 24 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $55 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Private Dolphin and Intracoastal Tour of Anna Maria Island

Private Dolphin and Intracoastal Tour of Anna Maria Island

Activity duration is 2 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $375 per traveler*
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Adventure & outdoor

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Private 4 hr Fishing Tour with Master Captain Bill Phillips

Private 4 hr Fishing Tour with Master Captain Bill Phillips

Activity duration is 4 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $650 per adult*
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Popular places to visit

Colorful sunrise over Bridge Street Pier Anna Maria Island

Historic Bridge Street Pier

After visiting Historic Bridge Street Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bradenton Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

Historic Bridge Street Pier
A89G4C Cortez Beach in Bradenton Beach on Anna Maria Island Florida

Cortez Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Cortez Beach during your travels in Bradenton Beach? Stroll along the seaside or experience the area's entertainment venues.

Cortez Beach
The Coquina Baywalk on Leffis Key contains 1,500 linear feet of boardwalks that meander through the mangrove forest, a 26ft tall hill that allows a 360 degree view including over Sarasota Bay, tidal ponds and the preserve is a nationally significant estuary.

Leffis Key Preserve

You can take time to visit Leffis Key Preserve during your travels to Bradenton Beach. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Leffis Key Preserve
HBDTFE Lifeguard station on the white sand of Coquina Beach on Anna Maria Island near Bradenton, Florida

Coquina Beach

4.5/5(368 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Coquina Beach during your travels in Bradenton Beach? Wander the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.

Coquina Beach
Jewfish Key is a private island that we kayaked around. We saw a couple dolphins playing nearby too, but the main attraction to the public is large sandbar nearby. We rented our kayaks from a place called Kayak Jack's. They were great! You pick a drop-off location and specify a time and your kayaks will be awaiting you, ready for launch! http://www.kayak-jacks.com “You choose the location, We bring the Fun!”

Jewfish Key

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Jewfish Key during your travels in Longboat Key. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Jewfish Key
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West Coast Surf Shop

You can do some window-shopping at West Coast Surf Shop during your visit to Holmes Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

West Coast Surf Shop

Best Lodging Options Near Blue Water Explorers

Pelican Post at Anna Maria Island Inn

Pelican Post at Anna Maria Island Inn

3.5 out of 5
202 1st St N Bradenton Beach FL
Pelican Post at Anna Maria Island Inn
Bayview Pointe! Luxury 3 bedroom home! Near Anna Maria island with heated pool!

Bayview Pointe! Luxury 3 bedroom home! Near Anna Maria island with heated pool!

Cortez FL
Bayview Pointe! Luxury 3 bedroom home! Near Anna Maria island with heated pool!
Canalfront Home! Near Anna Maria Island

Canalfront Home! Near Anna Maria Island

Cortez FL
Canalfront Home! Near Anna Maria Island
Eco-Friendly Home with Pool and Game Room! - Baydream Believer at Hunter’s Point

Eco-Friendly Home with Pool and Game Room! - Baydream Believer at Hunter’s Point

Cortez FL
Eco-Friendly Home with Pool and Game Room! - Baydream Believer at Hunter’s Point
Tortuga Inn Beach Resort

Tortuga Inn Beach Resort

2.5 out of 5
1325 Gulf Drive North Bradenton Beach FL
Tortuga Inn Beach Resort
Bridge Street Pier Beach House + Dog-friendly

Bridge Street Pier Beach House + Dog-friendly

Bradenton Beach FL
Bridge Street Pier Beach House + Dog-friendly
Bridgewalk Resort

Bridgewalk Resort

3.5 out of 5
100 Bridge Street Bradenton Beach FL
Bridgewalk Resort
Private Bayside Property -- With Private Fishing/Boating Pier/Remote Office

Private Bayside Property -- With Private Fishing/Boating Pier/Remote Office

Bradenton Beach FL
Private Bayside Property -- With Private Fishing/Boating Pier/Remote Office
Bayfront Villa: Dock, Walk to Beach and Bridge Street

Bayfront Villa: Dock, Walk to Beach and Bridge Street

Bradenton Beach FL
Bayfront Villa: Dock, Walk to Beach and Bridge Street
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