Welcome to Gulf Coast Airboat Charters — Adventure Awaits Near Tampa Bay

Terms & Conditions

Effective Date: February 27, 2026

Welcome to Gulf Coast Airboat Charters.
By submitting a reservation request, booking a tour, or participating in any charter, you agree to the following Terms and Conditions.

Reservations

All tours, fishing charters, and alligator hunts are:

  • By appointment only
  • Subject to availability
  • Not confirmed until you receive direct confirmation from Captain Kevin

Submitting a reservation form does not guarantee availability.

Payments

Final pricing and payment details will be confirmed after reservation approval.
Any required deposits or payments must be made as instructed in order to secure your scheduled charter.
Failure to complete payment arrangements may result in cancellation of your reservation.

Cancellation Policy

  • Cancellations must be made at least 72 hours prior to your scheduled charter.
  • Late cancellations may result in forfeiture of any deposits or scheduled time.
  • Gulf Coast Airboat Charters reserves the right to cancel or reschedule any trip due to unsafe weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances.

Safety is always the top priority.

Weather & Safety

All trips are weather-dependent.
Captain Kevin has full authority to:

  • Cancel
  • Delay
  • Modify

any trip if conditions are deemed unsafe.
No refunds or guarantees are provided for weather-related changes beyond rescheduling options when available.

Participant Responsibility

Guests agree to:

  • Follow all safety instructions
  • Wear provided safety equipment when required
  • Act responsibly while aboard the airboat

Gulf Coast Airboat Charters reserves the right to terminate any trip without refund if participant behavior is unsafe or disruptive.

Assumption of Risk

Participation in outdoor activities including:

  • Airboat tours
  • Fishing charters
  • Alligator hunts

involves inherent risks.
By participating, guests voluntarily assume all risks associated with these activities.

Liability

Gulf Coast Airboat Charters and Captain Kevin Surette are not liable for:

  • Personal injury
  • Loss of personal belongings
  • Weather conditions
  • Wildlife encounters

Guests participate at their own risk.

Alligator Hunting

All alligator hunts:

  • Follow Florida Fish & Wildlife regulations
  • Are conducted as fair chase
  • Require proper licensing by participants

All participating hunters must obtain:
Florida Alligator Trapper’s Agent Permit (currently $52 through the State of Florida)
Failure to obtain proper licensing may result in disqualification from participation without refund.

Meeting Location

Tours do not operate from a walk-in storefront location.
Exact meeting details will be provided after reservation confirmation.

Changes to Services

Gulf Coast Airboat Charters reserves the right to:

  • Adjust tour routes
  • Modify trip duration
  • Substitute equipment if necessary

based on safety or operational needs.

Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida.

Contact Information

For questions regarding these Terms & Conditions:
Gulf Coast Airboat Charters
Email: tampabayairboat@gmail.com
Phone: 727-410-5428

Updates

These Terms may be updated periodically.
Continued use of services constitutes acceptance of any changes.

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