St Augustine Sunset Nights of Lights BYOB Cruise on the Osprey
Experience St Augustine's Nights of Lights at Sunset During a 90-Minute Scenic Boat Tour on the Osprey
FL
people
1 participant
30 minutes
- • Experience the Magic of St. Augustine's Nights of Lights at Sunset
- • 90-Minute Cruise Onboard an Enclosed Boat with Full Bar
- • Enjoy the Best Views of St. Augustine's Nights of Lights
Why We Love This Unique Experience
Experience the magic of St. Augustine's Nights of Lights in a truly enchanting way with the Sunset Nights of Lights Cruise aboard Osprey. As the sun sets over the historic city, embark on a journey that combines the serene beauty of a coastal sunset with the dazzling spectacle of the city adorned in millions of twinkling lights. It's the perfect way to witness the city's transformation into a shimmering winter wonderland.
During this 90 minute cruise, you'll be treated to captivating sunset views over the Matanzas Bay, passing by iconic landmarks like Castillo de San Marcos and the Bridge of Lions. The knowledgeable guides on board will share fascinating stories and historical insights about these landmarks as you relax in the comfortable atmosphere. And as darkness falls, prepare to be mesmerized by the Nights of Lights Extravaganza, with the city aglow in white lights.
What makes this experience even more delightful is the inclusion of complimentary hot cocoa, 3D glasses for viewing the lights, and guided commentary by the amazing tour guides. Whether you're looking to treat yourself to a magical evening or searching for a unique gift, the Sunset Nights of Lights Cruise on Osprey is an experience not to be missed. Share the joy of this enchanting cruise with your loved ones and create memories that will last a lifetime.
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Experience Overview:
Sunset / Nights Of Lights Cruise - OspreyGet the best of both! A glorious sunset, plus the dazzling lights of downtown.
Our vessel ‘Osprey’ is certified to hold 38 passengers plus 2 crew with comfortable seats all around. The boat is fully enclosed and shaded except for the bow, with windows that can roll up or down and a restroom on board for your convenience.
This vessel has a bar on board!
Yes, it is dark enough to see the lights once we are downtown!
Tour Details
Times & Rates
5:00PM
Adults only (21+) $49
Duration
1 hour 30 minutes
We have free parking!
Includes
- Complimentary Hot Cocoa
- Complimentary 3D glasses to view the lights
- Guided commentary by our amazing tour guides
Sunset Nights of Lights on the water
Experience the magic of St. Augustine's Nights of Lights in a truly enchanting way with our Sunset Cruise! As the sun sets over the historic city, you'll embark on a journey that combines the serene beauty of a coastal sunset with the dazzling spectacle of the city adorned in millions of twinkling lights.
Tour Highlights
Captivating Sunset Views: Your evening begins with a breathtaking sunset over the serene waters of the Matanzas Bay. The sky is painted in hues of orange and pink, creating a mesmerizing backdrop for your cruise.
Iconic Landmarks: As you cruise along the coast, you'll pass by some of St. Augustine's most iconic landmarks, including the Castillo de San Marcos, the Bridge of Lions, and the historic downtown district. Your expert guide will share fascinating stories and historical insights about these landmarks.
Nights of Lights Extravaganza: As darkness falls, the real magic begins. St. Augustine's Nights of Lights is a sight to behold, with millions of white lights adorning the city's buildings, trees, and streets. From the water, you'll have an unrivaled view of the city as it becomes a shimmering winter wonderland.
Cozy Comfort: Our well-appointed boat offers a comfortable and cozy atmosphere for you to enjoy the sights. With windows that roll up and down, we'll make sure to accommodate according to the weather.
Seasonal Treats: To make your experience even more delightful, we offer a selection of seasonal treats for you to pre-order during checkout. Sip on a cup of complimentary hot cocoa or indulge in a Graze Box (pre-order) as you take in the beauty around you.
More to know
- As the tour starts out, you will see a beautiful sunset while we make our way downtown. We have it timed perfectly so that once we get to the bayfront, it is dark enough to see the lights!
- We ask that you arrive 15 minutes before your time of departure to accommodate the check-in process as well as the captain's mandatory safety briefing.
- Groups up to 8 people can be purchased online, if you have more than 8 people in your party, please call to book. We do not accept groups of more than 14 on our public cruises. If you are interested in booking a Private Cruise please fill out our contact form or give us a call for more details!
- Although the season here stays pretty mild, we suggest you dress appropriately and keep in mind it’s always a bit cooler on the water! We have windows that can go up or down, so on those colder evenings we can lower the windows for extra warmth. Pro-tip: bring a small blanket to cozy up with for those chilly evenings. Blankets along with other goodies and gifts are for sale in our marina shop!
- Shoes: Heels are not permitted. We recommend rubber soled shoes or non-skid.
- After booking, your confirmation email will have detailed instructions about our location!
- We have plenty of free parking in the marina, however, spaces fill up quickly on weekends and holidays. We recommend carpooling or arriving early!
Food & Drink
- Graze Boxes are available for Pre-Order! You can order during checkout, or call/email up to 12 hours before your cruise. Your box will be ready for pick-up in our marina shop during check in. Floating Food Co has a variety to choose from, including their Nights of Lights special: Star Grazer Box – *Includes cheese and charcuterie, gourmet nuts, olive & pepper medley, chocolate covered strawberries and a variety of decadent desserts. Serves 2-4.
- King Fish Grill is located in the marina and offers you 15% off if you show them your confirmation email! Have a great dinner before (or after)your cruise!
- Also located In the marina, check out Odd Birds Cafe, or Vinny’s Pizza- open for lunch and dinner!
- Complimentary hot cocoa is available on board as always!
- Our in-house cafe inside our marina shop will be offering some gourmet hot cocoa and coffees for sale. Stop in before or after your cruise!
- Osprey has a bar on board, no outside alcohol is allowed on board.
Weather
- Your trip is 100% refundable if cancelled by us due to unfavorable or unsafe weather conditions. We will contact you as soon as the captain knows.
- We make every effort to contact you a reasonable amount of time before the tour (we will call & email) but sometimes we do not cancel until the last minute due to unpredictable weather here in Florida. If we do not contact you, please head to the tour as normal.
- Our Master Captains are professionals and safety is our number 1 concern.
- You can reschedule your trip for a later date with no expiration or receive a full refund.
Duration
1 hour 30 minutes
About
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets of St. Augustine and take amazing pictures as you cruise along the bayfront with a drink in hand. *This is an adults only cruise and has a bar on board.
Details & Important Info
Additional Experience Details & Important Information
You must arrive and check-in at least 15 minutes prior to tour start time.
Please allow yourself enough time to park and walk down to the boat. Please keep in mind that St. Augustine traffic can get heavy on the weekends especially around the holidays. We have limited parking spaces in the marina during weekends and holidays. Please consider carpooling! We do not offer refunds if you miss the boat. We like to suggest arriving at least 30 minutes before tour time if you are unfamiliar with the area. WE ALWAYS LEAVE ON TIME!
Reminders
- Attire: In the evenings or fall/winter months it can be a bit chilly on the water so bring a jacket or sweater.
- Shoes: No heels. We recommend rubber soled shoes or non-skid.
- Stop in our marina shop! We will have coffee, tea and gourmet hot cocoa for sale. One cup of free hot cocoa will be served on board to each passenger as always.
- We check ID's if you are drinking alcohol on board.
- Graze Boxes prepared by Floating Food Co, are now available for pre-orders! Give us a call at least 12 hours before your cruise if you would like to pre-order yours to enjoy your Snack at Sea! 904-827-7728
- For safety reasons, if you come to the tour visibly intoxicated the crew has the right to not let you board. You will not receive a refund.
- Our crew work hard, so please let them know you appreciate them at the end of the tour.
Weather
- Your trip is 100% refundable if cancelled by us due to unfavorable or unsafe weather conditions.
- WE WILL CONTACT YOU as soon as the captain knows.
- We make every effort to contact you a reasonable amount of time before the tour (we will call, email, and text you) but sometimes we do not cancel until the last minute due to unpredictable weather here in Florida. If we do not contact you, please head to the tour as normal.
- Our Master Captains are professionals and safety is our number 1 concern.
- You can reschedule your trip for a later date with no expiration or receive a full refund. Your cancellation email will have instructions on how to re-book your trip or request a refund.
Please note: We have a minimum requirement of 12 passengers for every tour. If in the rare occasion we do not meet our minimum, we will contact you at least 2 hours before your tour. You are then entitled to a full refund, or you can reschedule with no expiration.
Cancellations & Refunds
Reservation Changes, Cancellations & Refunds
Changes to reservations for tickets can be made until 3 days prior to the date scheduled. Reservations may be re-scheduled by the operator of the activity due to reasons such as weather, minimum participation requirements, mechanical issues or other interruptions beyond their control.
All gift certificate sales are final and not refundable. Gift certificates can only be exchanged prior to redemption.
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St Augustine Sunset Night of Lights Cruise
FL
people
1 participant
30 minutes
- • Experience the Magic of St. Augustine's Nights of Lights at Sunset
- • 90-Minute Cruise Onboard an Enclosed Boat with Full Bar
- • Enjoy the Best Views of St. Augustine's Nights of Lights
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