A Journey Through 200 Years of History
A Journey Through 200 Years of History, celebrates Fernandina Beach's birthday, and Amelia River Cruises talks about history and pirates
Read MoreThis 2 1/2 hour narrated history and wildlife sightseeing tour departs at 10 a.m., 7-days-a-week. See popular landmarks and hear fascinating tales while we try to spot playful dolphin and other wildlife. Our experienced captains take you across the Georgia state lines to discover Cumberland Island's feral horses, maritime forests, and unspoiled beaches. Hear how families during the Industrial Revolution, like the Carnegies and Rockefellers, impacted Cumberland Island.
Embark on a captivating 1.5 hour tour, offered daily at 2:00 p.m. Learn about Amelia Island's rich history, from tales of pirates to the eight flags declaring their sovereignty. This small Victorian village connected to the rest of the world with her deep-water port and quick access to the open sea. Continue north in search of stunning sea life and the wild horses of Cumberland Island, while you are enchanted by the stories of the rich and famous during the industrial revolution.
Climb aboard our breathtaking Cumberland Sound Sunset Tour. This is our shortest, yet most picturesque cruise. Seasonally available, departure times change with the sunsets. Currently, this tour departs daily through November. A quick trip to Cumberland Island lets us peruse the shoreline for wild horse. local waters dolphin, sea turtles, manatee, and more. Swinging by Fort Clinch, you get a wonderful view of this cival war era fort from the water as we prepare to watch a spectacular sunset.
This Adult Only BYOB Twilight Cruise is a magical party on the river on Friday and Saturday evenings, March through September. For two-hours enjoy live music, your favorite drink, a salty breeze in your hair, and dozens of new best friends! The Twilight Cruises is a great way to end the evening or kick-off a night of festivities! In June and July, we add Thursday evenings to the mix. Climb aboard and make memories! Spectacular sunsets included for free!
This unforgettable Tapas and Tasting Tour is elevated beyond imagination with expertly curated pairings from one of our talented local chefs, caterers, cooks, sommeliers or brew masters. Experience a two-hour culinary adventure, where the breathtaking backdrop of a nature-painted sunset blends harmoniously with live music. Cruise along the stunning landscapes of Amelia and Cumberland Islands and witness sunset fade into twilight while you are immersed in a symphony of flavors.
The Shrimping Eco Tour is back in June, offering a hands-on adventure for all ages. Join us in retrieving the otter trawl net to uncover treasures from the sea. Our onboard marine biologist will identify each catch, sharing their unique characteristics in our onboard fish tanks. After identification, we carefully release the sea creatures into the backwaters, ensuring their survival for future encounters. Explore the intricate ecosystem of our local waterways, mud flats, and marshlands, deepening your understanding of this unique environment.
Explore diverse cruises from Fernandina Beach with Amelia River Cruises. Glide along salt marshes, pristine beaches, and historic riverbanks, spotting dolphins, sea turtles, and more. Our captains are legendary experts on local wildlife and history, enhancing the journey with their narrated tours. Choose from wildlife tours, eco trips, twilight cruises, or specialty options in beautiful Fernandina Beach, FL. All cruises visit popular Cumberland Island. Some for sightseeing, while others blend rich history with wildlife such as wild horses, dolphins, and tales of the Civil War and influential families like the Carnegies and Rockefellers.
A Journey Through 200 Years of History, celebrates Fernandina Beach's birthday, and Amelia River Cruises talks about history and pirates
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