Captain For Hire

PROFESSIONAL LICENSED USCG CAPTAIN FOR HIRE IN SWFL FOR PRIVATE BOAT OWNERS

 

Relax and enjoy your boat while an experienced licensed Captain handles the navigation, docking, safety and operation of your vessel. Whether you need a Captain for a day on the water, owner instruction, vessel deliveries anywhere or help navigating SW Florida waters. I, Captain Tom, can handle all of this for you or assist you in learning your vessel. I am committed to delivering a relaxed professional and enjoyable experience on the water while helping owners build confidence and enjoy their vessels to the fullest.

 

Why Hire A Captain:

- Enjoy your boat without the stress
- Gain confidence operating your vessel
- Learn local waterways and navigation
- Safer operation for family and guests
- Professional assistance in challenging conditions
- Flexible scheduling for your boating lifestyle

 

New Boat Owner Instruction

 

Hands on training for new owners covering:
- Docking
- Navigation
- Electronics
- Anchoring
- Boat Handling
- Safety Procedures

 

Seasonal and Relief Captain Services
Vessel Deliveries to 3000UTC vessels from 8’ to 500’

 

I have worked as Captain on Yachts, Commercial Fishing Vessels, Tugboats and Ships for 30+ years.

 

US Master 1600 ton / 3,000UTC Upon Oceans, Towing Endorsement, Security Officer, STCW Certified, Medical Certificate, and numerous other Certifications.

 

I am available for:

- Half day trips
- Full day trips
- Multi-Day trips
- Instruction Sessions
- Custom Requests

 

ADVANCED SCHEDULING RECOMMENDED
Pricing dependent on vessel, where to, and time.

 

CONTACT: CAPTAIN TOM TOOLIS
EMAIL: KNETMARINE1@GMAIL.COM
PHONE: 239-800-9013
Facebook: Calm Water Charters
Website: calmwater-charters.com

 

I am based out of CAPE CORAL but serve surrounding areas:
Fort Myers and Fort Myers Beach
Sanibel
Captiva
Naples
Punta Gorda
Marco Island
Boca Grande

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Charter Services

Sightseeing

Personalized sightseeing tours, whatever you are thinking of as a great boating day, we’ll figure that out and get you there! I will help pick the best beaches to choose from and all the restaurants that you can reach by boat.

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Beaches

Boating to beautiful clear water beaches. Do a little shelling along the outer beaches or just sit back and relax with your toes in the sand. We carry beach chairs and noodles. Which is one of my personal favorite things to do.
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Sunset Cruise

Leave in time to get a clear view so you and your guests can sit back to watch our spectacular sunrise or sunsets. SWFL has some of the most beautiful sunsets over the Gulf of America. This is usually a 2-3hr cruise.
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Restaurants

Cruise to one of a number of restaurants or Tiki bars. From Fort Myers Beach to Mangos in Captiva Island, or up the Caloosahatchee River to The Boathouse in N. Fort Myers. Take a cruise along some of nature’s greatest waterways. We also keep a lookout for dolphins, manatees and other wildlife during our cruises.
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THE BEST SIGHTSEEING TOUR IN SWFL

Don’t miss the best way to discover Southwest Florida! Cruise the waterways of SWFL as you take in stunning waterfront homes, beautiful barrier islands, and the breathtaking Gulf Coast skyline.

EXPERIENCE SWFL WITH CAPTAIN TOM

Enhance your Southwest Florida sightseeing experience with Captain Tom Toolis. With many years of boating and captain experience, Tom brings the waterways to life with his knowledge, stories, and passion for the sea, making your boat trip truly unforgettable.

DISCOVER SWFL’s WATERWAYS WITH CRUISES THE WHOLE FAMILY WILL LOVE

Whether you’re looking for a relaxing sightseeing ride along the scenic waterways of Cape Coral, an exciting family-friendly boat cruise off Fort Myers Beach, or a memorable adventure around beautiful Sanibel, our diverse selection of tours is designed to accommodate everyone.
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