Plan Your Visit: Manasota Key Shark Tooth Hunting

Plan a shark tooth hunting day on Manasota Key with Sharkier, near Venice, Englewood, North Port, Port Charlotte, and Sarasota in the Shark Tooth Capital of the World.

Choose your Manasota Key adventure

Sharkier’s guided shark tooth hunting eco-tour runs daily from 9:30–11:00 AM, lasts 1.5 hours, and costs $69.99 per guest. Shark teeth are guaranteed on every tour, and everything you find is yours to keep.

All ages are welcome on Sharkier's guided tours — perfect for families with kids.

Book a guided shark tooth hunting eco-tour on Manasota Key or reserve shark tooth sifting equipment rental for a Manasota Key beach hunt.

Meeting details

Sharkier meets guests under the large pavilion at Manasota Beach, 8570 N Manasota Key Rd, Englewood, FL 34223. Look for the big covered pavilion near the main parking lot — your guide will be there with the sifting gear. Arrive 10–15 minutes before your 9:30 AM tour to check in. Get directions on Google Maps.

Parking and beach access

Park in the main Manasota Beach parking lot — parking is free (Sarasota County park, no entrance or parking fees). The lot has 200+ spaces plus restrooms, outdoor showers, and a lifeguard. Arrive early on weekends as the lot fills up. Walk from the parking lot to the large pavilion to meet your guide. The beach has boardwalk access and the pavilion area is wheelchair accessible.

Driving context for nearby visitors

Visitors traveling from Venice, Englewood, North Port, Port Charlotte, and Sarasota can use this page to plan the final leg of a Manasota Key outing.

• Venice: Take N Manasota Key Rd south straight to the beach — about 20 minutes (10 miles). Park in the free main lot.
• Englewood: Head north on N Manasota Key Rd — about 10 minutes (4 miles). Park in the free main lot.
• North Port: Take SR 776 (S McCall Rd) west to Manasota Key — about 25–30 minutes.
• Port Charlotte: Take SR 776 (S McCall Rd) west across to Manasota Key — about 30–35 minutes.
• Sarasota: Take I-75 south to exit 191 (River Rd), then west to SR 776 and south to Manasota Key — about 45–55 minutes.

What to bring

Bring sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, and water — you'll be on the beach for 90 minutes. Swimwear or quick-dry clothes work best since you'll be wading at the water's edge. Water shoes or sandals are recommended for the walk from the parking lot. Bring a small bag or container for your shark teeth (everything you find is yours to keep). Leave valuables at home — there's no secure storage on the beach.

What Sharkier provides

Every guided tour includes a floating sifter, sand rake, and beach chair. Your guide teaches you exactly how to sift and spot teeth, helps identify what you find (megalodon, tiger, lemon, bull, and more), and shares the story of why Manasota Key is the Shark Tooth Capital of the World.

Before you leave

Tours run rain or shine — if weather forces a cancellation, we'll contact you to reschedule or refund. You'll be wading in shallow water at the shoreline; all ages are welcome and no swimming ability is required for sifting. Arrive by 9:30 AM — the tour starts on time and late arrivals may miss the group. Never zero guarantee: if you don't find a shark tooth on your tour, come back the next day and hunt again — just let us know on the day of your booked tour. Day-of questions? Call or text 941-999-1043.

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