August 21, 2024
Get ready to enjoy the sights and sounds of the waters surrounding Amelia Island in the back creeks, rivers, and wide open ocean. Whether you’re drifting, cruising, sailing or speeding over waves, there’s something about being out on the water that eases the mind and lowers the blood pressure. Throw in a perfect Florida sunset and, well, you may never want your Amelia Island vacation to end.
Find out here why we’re not only known for having the best beaches in Florida, but our history and nature on the water is pretty cool, too.
Cruising the open waters around Amelia Island is one of the most popular things for visitors to do and Amelia Adventures is ready to get you out there on one of several amazing tours offering views of dolphins, manatees, sea otters, alligators, and wild horses of Cumberland Island National Seashore. Try one of their kayak tours for a completely different thrill.
Watch the sun go down over the Amelia River on a BYOB sunset river cruise with a storytelling captain and live local musicians on board. A highly recommended Amelia River Cruise comes complete with spectacular views and loads of fun. Make sure you take lots of selfies. You’ll want to capture every moment.
An Amelia Island boat tour doesn’t always have to be on a “motor” boat screaming across the water. Sometimes it can be a carefree sail where the wind gently propels you to your destination. Departing from the harbor at the foot of Centre Street, a charter with Windward Sailing or Follow That Dream Sailing takes you on a completely customized excursion – and, since their seasoned Captains are also sailing educators who teach certification courses, they may let you try your hand at the wheel if you feel so inspired.
A two-hour sail in the early evening gets you back just in time to see the sunset and arrive at your dinner reservations at one of downtown’s eclectic dining spots.
Enjoy the water, your way, by renting a boat or jet ski from Amelia Boat Club & Rentals. Grab your fishing gear and cast a line in the back creeks, cruise past historic Fort Clinch, or hop on a jet ski for a totally different perspective. Rentals are available on an hourly and daily basis.
If you love an adrenaline-pumping good time, head to Backwater Cat Adventure and tour the waterways on a mini-catamaran. This interactive 2.5 hour adventure will have you weaving through the marshlands, and taking in the sights of Cumberland Island – all from the water.
Those looking for a fishing adventure in the open sea can charter a boat from one of the island’s many charter boat companies for the opportunity to land red bass, trout, flounder, tarpon, and more.
Let all of your worries disappear over a glass of your favorite beverage, your favorite person, an Amelia Island sunset and the water. See you soon!
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