Venice Boat Rentals &
Florida West Scuba
For The Love of Water
We are here because we love what we do and we want you to love it too! Venice Boat Rentals provides exceptional fun on the water. Whether you are visiting or a local, we treat everyone as a friend. We want you to enjoy exploring the area, cruising up and down the ICW or fishing out in the Gulf of Mexico.
We also are the original dive shop in Venice with many years serving the local dive community. We can provide the local information you need to have a great day on the water!!
Who We Are
Unmatched Service & Unparalleled Fun!
From scuba diving to boating, we strive to make sure you have the best time out on the water. Let us share with you what we treasure most about Venice.
With a full service dive shop, we sell and rent gear specifically for finding fossils!
So, whether you go diving for shark's teeth, fish for dinner out on the gulf, or spend a lazy afternoon on the water, we've got what you need to enjoy your time on the water!
Our Crew
Captain Steve Jones
Owner
Being a Florida native, Steve has always been connected to the water and likes to say that "saltwater is in my veins". A USCG licensed Captain, and with over 30 years of maritime experience, Captain Steve has been the business owner since 2009, serving local and visiting divers and renting boats. Steve and his family love living in Venice!
Mike Rose
Manager
Mike has been with us for several years. He comes from the West coast and offers a great, easy-going full-service approach to things. Always one to connect with people he is easily able to make your experience exceptional!
Explore Like A Local
See Our Florida Wildlife!
Venice, Florida is known for our fossils and shark teeth, but there are tons of living animals to see as well! Manatees frequent the Intracoastal Waterway, as do plenty of dolphins. Check out the impressive Ospreys that call this area home! You'll also spot pelicans, seagulls, and many varieties of birds. Not to mention, all of different kinds of fish!
Things To Do On The Water:
There is a lot to do when you spend a day on the water! Explore the mangroves along the Intracoastal, check out the bays, stop at Snake Island to swim, or head out into the gulf to fish! There are many local restaurants to choose from, with docking available along the ICW. Our local spot, Dockside Waterfront Grill is located across from us in the Fisherman's Wharf Marina and boasts some of the best rated food in Venice!
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