Florida Water Tours

For boating excursions that are sure to entertain, Florida Water Tours offers a variety of tours on St. Augustine's beautiful waterways.

Tours are available daily. You can enjoy time on the water and learn more about St. Augustine on several guided boat tours, such as the Dolphin and Wildlife Adventure, Sunset Cruise, and Wine Tasting Cruise. In addition, Florida Water Tours offers private tours for larger groups and private events. Florida Water Tours is located at Camachee Cove Yacht Harbor, a short distance from St. Augustine's historic district, and offers free parking.

The Boats

Florida Water Tours offers options for both adults-only or family-friendly cruises, and two vessels to choose from. To learn which tours are available and which boat is being used, go here, and click on the calendar.

• The Osprey is a 45-foot pontoon boat that is certified for 38 passengers. A restroom is available on board and most of the boat is fully enclosed and shaded. There is also a bar on board where guests may purchase mimosas, beer, wine, and canned cocktails.
• The Island Breeze is a 30-foot pontoon boat, certified for 24 passengers. It's fully enclosed and has a restroom on board. Guests may bring their chosen beverages onto the boat.
• The Salty Dreams is a 42-foot motor yacht, available for private charters of up to six passengers.

The Tours

To learn which tours are available and which boat is being used, go here and click on the calendar. To schedule a private cruise, call (904) 827-7728.

Dolphin and Wildlife Adventure cruises are available daily for guests of all ages. These 90-minute tours explore St. Augustine's natural and historic beauty while the boat's crew and passengers scan the water's surface for signs of dolphins.

Florida Water Tours also offers daily Sunset Cruises aboard each boat. Sunset cruises on the Osprey are limited to those aged 21 or older. Sunset cruises on the Island Breeze are family-friendly and suitable for all ages.

Receive 10% off by entering the coupon code STAUG10 when booking a Dolphin and Wildlife Adventure or Sunset Cruise.

Florida Water Tours offers Full Moon Tours each month on the three nights surrounding the full moon. Guests aged 21 or older may purchase beer or wine, and all may enjoy watching the full moon rise over the lighthouse while learning a bit of St. Augustine's history. For more information, or to book a Full Moon Tour, please visit here.

The Wine Tasting Cruise offers guests an evening on the water for a special 90-minute wine tasting. While passing along St. Augustine's historic bayfront, guests can take in the views and enjoy a presentation of six wines, including local ones. In addition to the wine samples, each guest receives a personal charcuterie cone and can enjoy the view, chatting with friends, and listening to the lively narration featuring history and wildlife. Wine-tasting cruises take place on Thursday through Sunday. For more information, or to book a Wine Tasting Cruise, please visit here.

During the summer, Florida Water Tours offers an adults-only Brunch and Bottlenose tour on select Sundays. This two-hour cruise includes a free mimosa and a brunch box for each guest made from locally sourced ingredients. Guests may purchase additional beverages from the onboard bar which offers beer, wine, sangria, and canned cocktails. During the tour, the guide discusses dolphins as the boat meanders along the river, searching for local wildlife. To book a Brunch and Bottlenose Tour, go to this page on their website.

St. Augustine's Nights of Lights festival is a magnificent sight from land, but it's even more spectacular and romantic from the water. Florida Water Tours offers nightly tours aboard their fleet of vessels through the Nights of Lights season, from November 23, 2024, through January 26, 2025. Every guest receives complimentary 3D glasses and hot chocolate. Click here to learn more about Florida Water Tours Nights of Lights Cruise.

Private Tours

In addition to daily public tours, Florida Water Tours offers private charters. These special private cruises are perfect for birthday and bachelorette parties, family reunions, anniversaries, and weddings. Private charters can be booked on any of the three boats, accommodating three to 37 passengers. 

• Catering is available
• When it's possible, you may arrive a half-hour early to decorate the boat

For more information, or to book a tour, please visit here.

Florida Water Warriors

At Florida Water Tours, a percentage of every ticket purchased is donated to Florida Water Warriors, an educational program for under-served young people. Every Florida Water Warriors tour provides water and wildlife education so young minds can develop a greater interest in marine wildlife, nature, and conservation. To learn more about this program, and to book tours for your group, go to Florida Water Warriors.

Reminders — Things to Know When Booking a Tour

• Guests of Florida Water Tours receive 10% off their bill at Kingfish Grill.
• Guests must arrive 15 minutes before departure time.
• There is free parking at the marina. (The parking lot fills up quickly on holidays and weekends, so guests are encouraged to carpool or arrive early.)

Location

The boats depart from A-23 and A-24 at Camachee Yacht Harbor, 107 Yacht Club Drive, St. Augustine, Florida 32084.