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PURCHASE
TICKETS AT OUR MARINA OFFICE, located in Parking Lot A. We
accept major credit cards.
Tours
depart from the Fernandina Harbor Marina, in Downtown
Fernandina Beach, Amelia Island, FL.
Please arrive about
20 minutes before tour departure time to
allow for parking & ticket purchases.
Boats are docked at the
North Parking Lot (Lot A) dock, alongside the ramp closest
to the walkway.
Free
parking is available on the North & South sides
of the large restaurant/gift shop building, within short
walking
distance of the boats; you may also park on Centre Street or downtown side-streets.
Reservations are
recommended,
but not required; please call us if you must cancel
your reservation.
You may purchase cold drinks onboard or
bring along
your own beverages; we do not serve food.
Restrooms are located onboard each boat for your
convenience.
If in doubt about weather, please call 904-261-9972
for an update; the Captain makes the final call.
Bring a lightweight outer garment—recommended
during autumn through springtime months.
Bring your camera, binoculars,
sunglasses and sunscreen!
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OF CRUISE |
TOUR
SCHEDULE |
TICKET
PRICES |
CUMBERLAND
ISLAND TOUR
This
2-hour trip takes you along the western
shoreline of beautiful Cumberland Island,
Georgia—our nation's largest wilderness island!
Experience the colorful nature and fascinating history
of Cumberland Island National Seashore Park.
Watch
for wild horses along Cumberland's shore!
You'll
see Amelia Island from the Intracoastal
Waterway as we head to & from Cumberland;
learn about our charming barrier island history—
the Isle of Eight Flags, birthplace of the shrimping
industry, Fort Clinch and much more. |
7 DAYS A WEEK
10:30
AM - 12:30 PM
[wild horses on Cumberland Island]
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Adults
$26.00
Seniors
(65 & up)
$24.00
Children
(12 & under)
$20.00
[PLUS
7% Sales Tax] |
CUMBERLAND
SOUND TOUR
This
1 & 1/2-hour tour glides along Amelia
Island's Intracoastal shoreline...up to
Cumberland Sound and around Cumberland
Island's southern tip. As
we enter Cumberland's
peaceful Beach Creek, you'll learn about the unique
barrier island environment and history.
Hear
stories about Amelia Island's history,
shrimping, marine wildlife, and much more.
See historic Fort Clinch from the water! |
7
DAYS A WEEK
2:30
PM - 4:00 PM
[great
blue heron flying across marsh]
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Adults
$23.00
Seniors
(65 & up)
$21.00
Children
(12 & under)
$17.00
[PLUS
7% Sales Tax] |
SUNSET
CRUISE
This
1-hour tour is the perfect way to relax
and have fun at the end of the day!
Locals and visitors alike enjoy this popular,
peaceful cruise.
We
head up toward Cumberland Island's southern
shoreline and then glide
back as we enjoy a
spectacular sunset. Depending
upon tides
and wind conditions, the Captain may decide
to cruise through the Bells River area, where
you'll float alongside some breathtaking marsh
islands, giving you a gorgeous panoramic view.
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7
DAYS A WEEK
Currently 7:00
- 8:00 PM
as of 8/24/08 - until further notice
[enjoying
a sunset from the boat]
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Adults
$20.00
Seniors
(65 & up)
$18.00
Children
(12 & under)
$14.00
[PLUS
7% Sales Tax]
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Our weather can surprise you!
It might be pouring in Jacksonville, but nice and
sunny on Amelia Island. The barrier island
environment creates unpredictable and
changeable weather patterns, so please check
with us before altering your plans.
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IMPORTANT!
SUNSET DEPARTURE TIMES
VARY
SEASONALLY—PLEASE
CALL AHEAD
IF IN DOUBT, OR IF BOOKING A
PRIVATE EVENING CHARTER.
CALL
904-261-9972 |
We
check NOAA radar
frequently to ensure
that you have a safe
and fun boating
experience!
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VISIT OUR SPECIAL TOURS PAGE TO
LEARN ABOUT WILD WAYS TOURS
AND OTHER AMELIA RIVER CRUISES OFFERED THROUGHOUT THE YEAR!
NOTE:
From September until March 1st, we do not conduct regular
Sunday tours;
PLEASE CALL REGARDING HOLIDAY SCHEDULES, which may include Sundays.
Departure
times & ticket prices are subject to change.
We have a minimum passenger requirement; we may cancel a tour if minimum
is not met.
The Captain makes the final decision regarding weather cancellations.
CALL
904-261-9972 if you have any questions. |
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