About Island Paradise Charters… Island Paradise Charters offers Island Cookouts, Sunset Dinner Cruises, Island & River Adventure Cruises, and Special Event Cruise packages. We are located in beautiful Port Richey, Florida, on the historic Pithlachascotee (Cotee) River, located behind Catches Waterfront Grille. Only a few miles north of Tampa / St. Petersburg / Clearwater and a short 2-hour drive from Disney and Universal Studios in Orlando. Explore white sandy beach islands, swim in the warm clear turquoise waters, experience our secret snorkel spot or just Rest & Relax!

Meet Captain Larry Sheehan. Capt. Larry holds a USCG license Master Captain. “Magic Dolphin III” is a USGC inspected vessel. All Island Paradise Charter crew members are highly skilled & trained, customer focused, and drug free, Capt. Larry holds an FCC License; Capt. Larry is contracted by the state of Florida as an island destination. Capt. Larry is a USCG Licensed Captain and manages the operations at Island Paradise Charters. He has sailed many thousands of miles and hours in the Gulf of Mexico and knows these waters like the back of his hand. Island Paradise Charters has been entertaining folks on vessels on the west coast of Florida since 2010. Capt. Larry has a vast knowledge of the local history and featured attractions. He has no reported accidents on the water ever. His primary concern is the safety of his guests while at the same time providing a memorable and fun experience. Member of APCA (American Professional Captains Association).

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Below are just a few snippets from our guests’ experience and their feedback.

• “We booked for our employee appreciation event, and we couldn’t be more impressed. Everything was fantastic. The Captain and first mate were great hosts. The meal that they prepared was very good with big portions.”
• “This was the best experience ever! Boat was clean, captain and wife very knowledgeable, very efficient and the food was plentiful and delicious. They look out for every need of every passenger! Music was great! Lots of fun and a perfect day! Will definitely be on board again!!”
• “I took my first trip on this charter this weekend. It included a lunch cookout. I have to say it was the best $55 I’ve spent in a while. The boat itself has plentiful of room, bathrooms with running water, and great speakers for music while at the beach. Captain Larry and his wife are two of the kindest people you will meet! They help you load your chairs and belongings on and off the boat. They will even assist setting up umbrellas if you need help once docked. The food selection was great and wonderfully cooked. The free sodas and water also are a huge plus!! We saw tons of manatees during our visit to Anclote and if you stay near the boat captain Larry will point them out if he sees them. He also inflates a blowup dock to lay out on and provides pool noodles. I am telling you; they go all out for you. If you want to experience Anclote with the best accommodations, give this a try! I’m definitely going to use them again when a public outing hits their calendar that meshes well with my schedule.”
• “Captain Larry was so great! He helped make our sunset memorial boat ride a time full of joy. Everyone loved it and will never forget it. The boat was amazing. Looking forward to booking the island charter.”
• “We had the very best Island Paradise Charter experience ever!! I’ve had all sorts of business customer services in my life too! The boat itself is kept like NEW, it has two running water with flushing toilet bathrooms, nice wet bar, cushioned booth seating with tables with cupholders, supreme sound system, ceiling lighting, tons of storage, amazing, shaded roof, comfortable ride, led lighting and the best Captain Larry and Assistant Sarah ever!!! They are super accommodating and are very heartfelt caring people. They set up games on the beach they provide and a large float island alongside the boat! They helped off board bags and chairs to the beach, they set up my food table and broke it back down for me! They play your music you want. They took photos with my camera. Your guests, like mine, will have a blast!!! They have great pricing and different food options. Everyone wanting to have a fabulous party should book right now for either a daytime or evening cruise. You will absolutely love everything! I cannot thank them enough…”

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