Guest in a white dress on the yacht bow during one of our sunset cruises
Sunset cruises

Sunset Cruises in Jacksonville

Our sunset cruises give you a private evening on the water as the sky turns gold. Pick the boat that fits your group, and your licensed captain times the trip around tonight’s sunset.

  • Private boat, your group only
  • Captain included
  • Timed to the sunset
  • Bring your own drinks
Best boats for sunset cruises

Pick the right boat for your sunset cruise

Every boat is private, with a USCG-licensed captain included. Each pick below says why it suits this trip. We run sunset cruises from five departure points, so you can choose the beaches, downtown, Fernandina Beach or the quiet creeks south of the city. Each boat has its own feel, from the hush of a sailboat to the city lights from the cruiser.

How to choose

Choosing between our sunset cruises is mostly about group size and setting. For two, the sail for two in Fernandina Beach is the quietest, most romantic option. For up to 6, the 35 ft catamaran or the 25 ft powerboat. For up to 12, the 44 ft Sea Ray. And for the bridges and the city lights, the 30 ft cruiser downtown.

For groups
44-foot Sea Ray yacht at anchor near Jacksonville Jacksonville Beach 1 / 12

44-foot Sea Ray Yacht

1 to 12 Passengers

Up to 12 guests, with a proper cabin and a restroom.

Charter rates
  • 2 hours$1,035
  • 3 hours$1,619
  • 4 hours$2,074
  • 6 hours$3,025

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Calm and level
Under sail at sunset on the Intracoastal Jacksonville Beach 1 / 5

35-foot Catamaran

1 to 6 Passengers

A steady sail on the Intracoastal from Palm Cove Marina.

Charter rates
  • 2 hours$495
  • 3 hours$695
  • 4 hours$875
  • 5 hours$1,075
  • 6 hours$1,275
  • 7 hours$1,695

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Most romantic
A private sail for two Fernandina Beach 1 / 3

33-foot Sailboat for Couples

1 to 2 Passengers

Quiet sailing for two in Fernandina Beach, with no engine noise.

Charter rates
  • 2 hours$225
  • 3 hours$299
  • 4 hours$375
  • 6 hours$499

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Most booked
Cruising the St. Johns River Goodby's 1 / 5

25-foot Powerboat

1 to 6 Passengers

Our most-booked boat for an evening run, for up to 6.

Charter rates
  • 3 hours$767
  • 4 hours$984
  • 6 hours$1,365
  • 8 hours$1,820

Temporarily in maintenance. Call (904) 595-9196 to hold a date.

Skyline views
The 30-foot cruiser at the marina Downtown Jacksonville 1 / 10

30-foot Cruiser

1 to 10 Passengers

The closest you get to the bridges and the city lights.

Charter rates
  • 4 hours$2,403
  • 6 hours$3,031
  • 8 hours$3,502

Temporarily in maintenance. Call (904) 595-9196 to hold a date.

Good to know

Plan the perfect sunset cruise

A few things our captains tell every group before the trip. Sunset cruises are timed to the light, so the start time changes through the year. You can check tonight’s sunset with the NOAA solar calculator, and your captain plans the departure around it.

Timed to the sunset

Your captain plans the departure around tonight’s sunset, so you are on the water for the best light.

Bring your own drinks

Guests bring their own drinks and snacks, which is part of why a private evening costs less than it sounds.

Five departure points

Jacksonville Beach, Downtown, Fernandina Beach, Goodby’s Creek and Julington Creek.

When to book

Two to three weeks ahead for a spring or fall weekend, three to six weeks in summer, often just days in winter.

How far ahead should we book?
Generally, two to three weeks for a spring or fall weekend, three to six weeks in summer, and often just a few days in winter or midweek.
What happens if the weather turns?
If your captain cancels for weather or safety, you get a full refund or a reschedule. Similarly, guest cancellations five or more days out can be rescheduled.
How much do private sunset cruises cost?
It depends on the boat. The sail for two is $225 for 2 hours, the 35 ft catamaran is $495 for 2 hours, and the 44 ft Sea Ray is $1,035 for 2 hours for up to 12. Sales tax is added.
Are sunset cruises good for proposals?
Yes. Call or text (904) 595-9196 before you book, and we will help you plan the timing around the sunset. The sail for two in Fernandina Beach is the most romantic option we have.
What should we bring?
Your own drinks and snacks, sunscreen and soft-soled shoes, plus a light jacket or wrap, because it cools down quickly on the water after sunset.
Can we bring champagne on sunset cruises?
Yes. Of course, guests bring their own drinks and snacks, which is part of why a private evening works out cheaper than it sounds.
Testimonials

From our clients’ experience

Every trip is private, with a licensed local captain. Here is what recent guests said.

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