About Us

The Fort Myers Princess was established for Sunset tours to take passengers on a leisurely cruise though Matanazas Pass into the Gulf of Mexico by owners Capt Gene Becker and Partner Dan Hesselton

Enjoy a leisurely cruise while taking in the impressive views of Fort Myers Beach and the Gulf of Mexico and SW Florida wildlife

This twin deck vessel is available for charters for anyone! This Coast Guard Licensed unique ship has Capacity for 149 people, with crew members to assist you for Private, Public Tours Weddings, Sweet 16, Cocktail Cruises with entertainment.

Listen to Jimmy Buffett tunes as the sunsets over the Gulf of Mexico. And guess what – Captain Gene will make your trip memorable and highlight of your visit. First officer Dan will glide you through the galley way to the Helm and Pilot Deck.

The ship has ample space to sing and dance on the upper deck with snack and full service cocktail bar, while you can lounge on the lower full enclosed deck with AC saloon with comfortable table seating .

Captain Gene is over-qualified and experienced with over 30 years at sea and hails from New York and Florida shores,has lived in Fort Myers , Florida.for last 6 yrs Captain Gene Becker has a long history to live up to…..his grandfather, started fishing out of Tampa Fla back in the late 1940's, with the TAMPA, In 1976, Capt Genes Grandfather and father built the Tampa VI, which was the "Queen of New York". The Tampa VI was a 125', state-of-the-art, aluminum monster that could cruise to the fishing grounds at 25 knots. It is still regarded as one of the finest party boats ever built and run on the East Coast.Capt Gene Father runs dinner cruise yachts up & down the east coast.

With family history of Captains preceding World War II, he is an experienced South West Florida Captain. Captain Gene is inaugurated from a 3^rd Generation of sea Captains.

First Officer and owner Dan Haselton hails from Orlando, Florida, and Fort Myers, Florida. Officer Hasilton is qualified for duty at sea mechanically and as safety officer, navigator and Skipper. Officer Haselton is well versed in boating, under power at sea, and keeps all safe. Mr. Haselton will be by your side, and you likely won’t know he is there to make sure you enjoy your time on board.

Our crew is certified in seamanship, 1st aid and CPR.

Come on board see the birds and beautiful sunsets from waters of the Gulf of Mexico .See Sanibel Lighthouse. in the distance Along with beautiful Sunsets . Meet the crew as they make your trip through the pass safe and fun. See the skyline of Fort Myers Beach and the coast of Sanibel island.

Join Captain Gene and First Officer Dan Heselton in the Pilot House. You will have a journey to remember.

Fort Myers Princess 239-337-2300

Reserve your space on board at www.fortmyersprincess.com, or you can call Captain Gene at 239-322-2328.please leave a message

The Fort Myers Princess private charter include a three hour cruise with an additional 30 minute boarding time.

A flat rate of $500.00 will be charged for each additional hour scheduled.

A 20% deposit is needed in order to reserve a date for private charters. The deposit is nonrefundable / nontransferable and must be received on date assigned per contract or will be void and reservation cancelled. Balance is required 10 days prior to charter date.

All Prices Do Not Include Taxes or Gratuity.

The Fort Myers Princess

Fort Myers Princess - Fort Myers, Florida

The Fort Myers Princess design provides maximum comfort and stability.

All-modern safety equipment with two motors for added reliability.
Plenty of shade on-board boat and a bathroom for comfort.
Sodas and water are always available for purchase.

In addition, our professional Banquet Staff can assist you with special arrangements including, flowers, special decorations, photography, entertainment, lodging and transportation. Our Banquet Department is always available to help you create, in every way, a very “Special Event Afloat.”

Just some of the spectacular cruises available aboard the Fort Myers Princess

Sightseeing Cruises

Dolphin Cruises

Lunch Cruises

Sunset Hors d'oeuvres Cruises

Sunset Dinner Cruises

Dance Cruises

Call for custom cruises and parties

1-877-4A BOAT-TOUR

Our Competition

There are a few companies in the South Florida market who do charters like ours. We wish them well. We feel it is beneficial to have other companies in the market competing for charters. This is the inevitable result of a free market economy and an incentive for us to try harder to please our clients.

Nevertheless, it is common in our industry for competing companies to work together or give each other referrals. Our company works with many of these companies in different capacities. Sometimes we become brokers and broker out their yachts. Other times, these companies could recommend our yacht to their clients. We are proud that this is common in our industry. We truly want to make Fort Myers the best event destination in the country, and we strive to create such an environment every day.