Cruisin' Tikis

Cruisin' Tikis, powered by TourScale, offers a fun, flexible, and lifestyle-driven business that creates unforgettable real-world experiences - delivering laughter, music, and memories beyond what digital platforms can provide.

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Cruisin' Tikis

Cruisin' Tikis Franchise Cost and Requirements for 2026

Background

TourScale is a franchise platform. Think Unleashed Brands for the experiential tourism space, where Franchise Owners get to own the unforgettable with a portfolio of high-demand, highly-Instagrammable client experiences.

It's a low-risk, high-flexibility model built around real, depreciable assets - boats, bikes, and trolleys - that deliver immediate balance sheet value, strong resale potential, and year-one tax advantages. With no storefront, minimal staffing, and scalable operations, it's ideal for both hands-on and semi-active ownership.

Backed by proven industry pros, TourScale gives Owners a fun, flexible, and financially smart business that's designed to fit their life - not the other way around. In a digital-first world, it delivers something AI can't - laughter, music, and memories that last a lifetime.

Company Details

Established: 2011
First Unit Franchised: 2021
Franchised Units: 85
Company Owned Units: 10
States Registered In: Alabama - AL, Alaska - AK, Arizona - AZ, Arkansas - AR, California - CA, Colorado - CO, Connecticut - CT, Delaware - DE, Florida - FL, Georgia - GA, Idaho - ID, Illinois - IL, Iowa - IA, Kansas - KS, Louisiana - LA, Maine - ME, Massachusetts - MA, Michigan - MI, Minnesota - MN, Mississippi - MS, Missouri - MO, Montana - MT, Nevada - NV, New Hampshire - NH, New Jersey - NJ, New Mexico - NM, New York - NY, North Carolina - NC, Ohio - OH, Oklahoma - OK, Oregon - OR, Pennsylvania - PA, Rhode Island - RI, South Carolina - SC, Tennessee - TN, Texas - TX, Utah - UT, Vermont - VT, Virginia - VA, Washington - WA, West Virginia - WV, Wisconsin - WI, Wyoming - WY
Canada Franchises: No
International Franchises: Yes

Support and Training Offered By Cruisin' Tikis

Financial Assistance Provided: No

Site Selection Assistance: Yes
Specify: Operations team will assist with search and secure of boat slip and/or storage.

Lease Negotiation Assistance: Yes
Specify: Operations team will assist with search and secure of boat slip and/or storage.

Recruiting Assistance: No

Co-operative Advertising: No

Training:
TourScale offers a structured training program that includes weekend orientation at an existing location covering key operational manuals, vehicle procedures, and hands-on ride-along tours. Franchise Owners also have ongoing access to Zoho Learn, an online platform with essential training videos on operations, driver and first mate guidance, and franchise management. As the business grows, refresher courses and additional resources are available, with support provided for any training-related needs.

2026 Franchise Requirements Needed to Own a Cruisin' Tikis Franchise.

What does a Cruisin' Tikis Franchise Cost?

Cruisin' Tikis franchise fees for 2026:

Cash Investment: $105,769 - $337,910
Total Investment: $105,769 - $337,910
Minimum Net Worth: $250,000
Single Unit Franchise Fee: $49,950
Franchise Fee for Each Additional Unit: 2 Territories: $79,900 3 Territories: $109,850
Royalty: 6%
Ad: Ad Fund 2% of Net Sales
Other Fees: Digital: $5,000 or 5% of Net Sales
Average Number of Employees: Each asset will require 1-3 employees to operate it
Item 19: Yes
SBA Registry: Yes
Visa Candidates: Yes
Passive Ownership: Yes
Semi-Passive Ownership: Yes
Specify: The amount of involvement in the business depends on:
  • Size of the launch (number of boats/assets)
  • Owner's experience & team composition
  • Decision to captain vs. manage vs. delegate

Home-Based: No
B2B: No
Master Franchise Opportunities: No
Veteran Discount: No

Is Cruisin' Tikis a Semi Absentee Franchise with a Passive Ownership Opportunity?

Yes. Cruisin' Tikis is a semi absentee franchise and allows passive ownership. A semi-absentee franchise is a business you could start and run while still maintaining a job or other obligation.

Is Cruisin' Tikis a Home Based franchise?

No. Cruisin' Tikis is not a home based franchise opportunity.

What Do Cruisin' Tikis Franchise Owners Make?

Click here to find out how much Cruisin' Tikis franchisees make. Cruisin' Tikis offers an Item 19 in their Franchise Disclosure Document which provides financial information about select franchisees in their franchise system.

Is Cruisin' Tikis a Master Franchise Opportunity?

No. Cruisin' Tikis is not a master franchise opportunity.

Does Cruisin' Tikis Offer a Veteran Discount?

No. Cruisin' Tikis franchise does not offer a veteran discount.

Does Cruisin' Tikis Work with E2 Visa and EB-5 Visa Candidates?

Yes. Cruisin' Tikis franchise does work with E2 Visa and EB-5 Visa candidates.

Is Cruisin' Tikis Looking for Franchisees in Canada?

No. Cruisin' Tikis franchise is not looking for Canada franchisees.

Is Cruisin' Tikis Looking for International franchisees?

Yes. Cruisin' Tikis franchise is looking for International franchisees.

Where can I see Cruisin' Tikis's FDD (Franchise Disclosure Document)?

Buying a Franchise Guide: What is a Franchise Disclosure Document?

When evaluating a franchise opportunity, reading and understanding the current version of their FDD is a necessity. Considering the benefits of franchising, such as established brand recognition and support from the franchisor, it's important to also take into account franchise fees and franchising royalty fees. Since most franchisors are privately owned companies, the current versions of their FDDs are typically not available unless requested directly from them.

Click here to connect with a Franchise Consultant who can help you obtain a copy quickly and for free. They can also guide you through the essential franchise questions to ask, ensuring you make a well-informed decision about your investment.

Additional Information

Additional Categories

Miscellaneous & Unique, Travel, Recently Added Franchises, Non Food Franchises

Number of Units Open

50-100 UNITS

Cash Required

More than $250,000

Master Franchise

No

Passive Franchise

Yes

Home Based Franchise

No

Item 19 Franchise

Yes

Veteran Discount

No

B2B

No

Franchise Opportunities in Canada

No

International Franchise Opportunities

Yes

E2 Visa Franchise

Yes

Cruisin' Tikis Franchises for Sale

Click Here to inquire about existing Cruisin' Tikis franchises for sale. We may have Cruisin' Tikis franchise resales. A franchise resale is an already established franchise owned by a franchisee and the franchisee is looking to sell their franchise.

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