--- title: "About Englewood Boat Tours" description: "Meet Captains Roly and Ede, compare the three Englewood Boat Tours vessels and learn how trips depart from a private Lemon Bay dock." canonical: "https://englewoodboattours.com/about/" image: "https://englewoodboattours.com/assets/images/heroes/about.webp" content_role: "supporting" primary_query: "about englewood boat tours" parent_hub: "https://englewoodboattours.com/" --- # About Englewood Boat Tours Englewood Boat Tours is a real local boating operation built around two captains, three distinct vessels and a simple reason for being here: they love spending time on the water and want to share that part of Southwest Florida with people who may not otherwise have easy access to it. ## Why we started sharing the water The captains spend as much of their free time on the water as possible. They began offering tours because the lifestyle that feels familiar to a boater can be difficult for a visitor, a new resident or a family without a boat to experience safely and comfortably. What they enjoy most is watching a guest relax into the day: seeing a dolphin surface naturally, noticing the color change at sunset, stepping into clear shallow water or simply understanding why Lemon Bay feels so tranquil. Wildlife and conditions are never staged or guaranteed. The trip is shaped around what the water actually offers that day. - Private Lemon Bay tours - Sunset cruises - Dolphin and wildlife tours - Sandbar and island outings - Fishing boat tours - Custom private charters ## Meet the Captains Captain Roly and Captain Ede bring more than 30 years of combined boating experience, but their backgrounds are stated separately so visitors can understand the experience each person actually brings. ### Captain Roly ![Captain Roly at the helm of an Englewood Boat Tours vessel](https://englewoodboattours.com/assets/images/captains/captain-roly.webp) *Captain Roly... 15 years of boating experience and a passenger limit of six.* **Experience:** 15 years of boating experience **Passenger limit:** Legally allowed to carry up to 6 passengers Captain Roly has 15 years of boating experience and is legally allowed to carry up to six passengers. He has personally lived and boated around Englewood and Lemon Bay for about two years. His 15 years of total boating experience should not be read as 15 years exclusively on Lemon Bay. ### Captain Ede ![Captain Ede at the helm of an Englewood Boat Tours vessel](https://englewoodboattours.com/assets/images/captains/captain-ede.webp) *Captain Ede... more than 20 years navigating these waters and a passenger limit of twelve.* **Experience:** 20+ years navigating these waters **Passenger limit:** Legally allowed to carry up to 12 passengers Captain Ede has more than 20 years of experience navigating these waters and is legally allowed to carry up to 12 passengers. He comes from a long-time Miami fishing family. His boating experience includes Port Charlotte Harbor, Boca Grande, Lemon Bay and the surrounding waters. ## Our Boats Each vessel has a different layout, capacity and practical use. The confirmed boat depends on the experience, group size and availability; capacity is never stretched beyond the legal passenger limit. ### Rora² - Boat: 20 ft Hurricane 201SS Deck Boat - Power: 200 hp Yamaha - Capacity: Up to 6 guests A practical choice for smaller private groups that want an open deck-boat layout and a more intimate outing. ### Louise - Boat: 27 ft Sanpan Pontoon - Power: 250 hp Yamaha - Capacity: Up to 12 guests The pontoon layout suits larger groups looking for a relaxed pace, shared conversation and room to enjoy the scenery together. ### Duques - Boat: 38 ft Everglades - Power: Twin 300 hp Yamaha engines - Capacity: Up to 12 guests The largest vessel in the fleet, suited to groups that need the higher passenger capacity and a substantial platform for a custom private outing. ## Where tours begin Departing from a private dock at the mouth of Gottfried Creek where it meets Lemon Bay. Exact address provided after booking. Parking is available, and guests should arrive 30 minutes before departure for safety instructions. Restrooms are available before departure. The dock can be difficult for guests with limited mobility, so anyone concerned about boarding, balance or the walk to the boat should call before booking. A straightforward answer about trip fit is more useful than discovering a problem at the dock. - Serving Englewood, Florida and the Lemon Bay area - Call (941) 841-9660 - Email bookings@englewoodboattours.com - Exact address supplied after booking - Parking and pre-departure restrooms available ## What is included Each confirmed trip includes practical comfort and safety items so guests do not have to guess what the boat provides. Fishing equipment is included where applicable to the experience. - Bottled water - Cooler - Ice - Bluetooth music - Shade - Restroom access before departure - Life jackets - Children's life jackets - Swim ladder - Snorkeling equipment - Fishing equipment where applicable - Fuel - Floats - Dry storage - Charging ports ## What guests may bring Guests may bring the following personal items. Pets may be possible when appropriate, but they must be discussed and approved in advance. Glass containers and glass items are not allowed aboard. - Food and drinks - Alcohol - Personal coolers - Towels - Sunscreen - Swimming gear - Pets when appropriate and approved in advance - No glass containers or glass items ## How booking and payment work A 50% deposit is required to book. The remaining 50% is due on the day of embarkation before the boat departs. Cancellation and weather terms should be supplied with the confirmed booking so the group can retain the exact policy that applies. General policy pages explain the framework, but the written confirmation controls the reservation-specific details. - Review the [cancellation information](https://englewoodboattours.com/policies/cancellations/) - Review the [weather information](https://englewoodboattours.com/policies/weather/) - Keep the written confirmation and payment record ## The company behind the public name Englewood Boat Tours is the public-facing business name. The legal company is PERPETUAL SOLUTIONS INC. This information is stated plainly so guests know who they are contacting while the brand remains easy to recognize. The team does not promise a particular dolphin, manatee, fish or patch of clear water. Certain areas often produce close but respectful wildlife observations, and shallow-water stops may sometimes reveal clams beneath the sand, but every encounter depends on natural behavior, conditions and a safe route. ## Frequently asked questions ### Who operates Englewood Boat Tours? Captain Roly and Captain Ede operate the boating experiences. Englewood Boat Tours is the public-facing business name, and PERPETUAL SOLUTIONS INC is the legal company. ### How much experience do the captains have? Captain Roly has 15 years of total boating experience and has personally lived and boated around Englewood and Lemon Bay for about two years. Captain Ede has 20+ years navigating waters that include Port Charlotte Harbor, Boca Grande and Lemon Bay. ### How many passengers can each captain carry? Captain Roly is legally allowed to carry up to 6 passengers. Captain Ede is legally allowed to carry up to 12 passengers. The boat and confirmed trip must also be appropriate for the group. ### Where do tours depart? Departing from a private dock at the mouth of Gottfried Creek where it meets Lemon Bay. Exact address provided after booking. ### Is parking available? Yes. Parking and restroom access are available before departure, and guests should arrive 30 minutes early for safety instructions. ### Is the dock easy for limited mobility? The dock can be difficult for guests with limited mobility. Call before booking so the boarding situation can be discussed honestly. ### What payment is required to book? A 50% deposit is required to book. The remaining 50% is due on the day of embarkation before the boat departs. ### Are wildlife sightings guaranteed? No. Dolphins, manatees, birds and other wildlife move freely and are observed respectfully when encountered. ## Continue planning - [Englewood Boat Tour Options and Prices](https://englewoodboattours.com/tours/) - [Lemon Bay Estuary and Boating Area](https://englewoodboattours.com/areas/lemon-bay/) - [Boat Tour Safety](https://englewoodboattours.com/policies/safety/) - [Contact Englewood Boat Tours](https://englewoodboattours.com/contact/) ## Business details - Public business: Englewood Boat Tours - Legal company: PERPETUAL SOLUTIONS INC - Service area: Englewood, Florida and the Lemon Bay area - Phone: [(941) 841-9660](tel:+19418419660) - Booking email: [bookings@englewoodboattours.com](mailto:bookings@englewoodboattours.com) - Departure: Departing from a private dock at the mouth of Gottfried Creek where it meets Lemon Bay. Exact address provided after booking. --- Source: [About Englewood Boat Tours](https://englewoodboattours.com/about/) on Englewood Boat Tours.