General Terms and Conditions
 

General Terms and Conditions

From September through February 28th, we do not sail on Sundays. Holiday schedules many include Sundays, however, so please call the office for more information. Tours depart from Fernandina Harbor Marina located at the foot of Centre Street, in Historic Downtown Fernandina Beach.

All of our vessels are U.S. Coast Guard inspected and our Captains are U.S. Coast Guard licensed, providing a safe and stable ride for our passengers. Food and beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) are allowed, and we are pet-friendly. All of our vessels are bathroom-equipped and handicap-accessible.

We sail rain or shine, within reason, and our vessels have a shade canopy for inclement weather. Captain makes the final call on sailing.
PARKING: Free parking is available on the north and south sides of Brett’s Waterway Cafe, as well as on Centre Streets and the side streets of downtown Fernandina. All within walking distance of our dock.

ARRIVAL TIME: Please arrive 20 minutes prior to departure to allow for tickets sales and safe boarding with an on-time departure.

RESERVATIONS: Reservations are not required, but recommended. Please call us if you need to cancel your reservation.

ONBOARD: We have cold water aboard for a $1 donation and are bathroom-equipped. Please bring a light jacket or garment depending on the weather for your own comfort. (recommended Fall through early Spring). And don’t forget to bring your camera, binoculars, sunglasses and sunscreen!

PAYMENT: We accept MasterCard, Visa and Discover. Private charters may be paid with company or personal check IN ADVANCE. Private charters require 25% deposit no later than 30 days out from schedule charter, with balance being due upon day of sail. Refunds given only with 72hours cancellation notice. Inside of 72 hours, deposit is forfeited.

TOUR SCHEDULES AND PRICING are subject to change at any time. We have a minimum required number of persons to sail. Please check ahead of time to assure we have sufficient capacity to sail. Captain makes final call regarding weather cancellations.

Weather – It may be pouring in Jacksonville and bright and sunny on Amelia Island, Florida. The barrier island environment creates unpredictable and changeable weather patterns, so please check with us before altering your plans. We check NOAA radar frequently to ensure that you have a safe and fun boating experience!



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Captain Kevin's Blurb on Weather

U.S. Coast Guard inspected, each vessel provides a safe stable ride with a U.S. Coast Guard licensed captain onboard. With shade canopies and side curtains, you’re assured of comfort – rain or shine. Due to the rapid changes in weather here in Florida, forecasts are not always reliable, we very seldom have rain that will last all day, therefore cruise cancellations are not based solely on weather forecasts. The captain will usually not cancel a cruise until very close to the time of the cruise, or may choose to delay departure. Thunderstorms, heavy or steady rain, extreme cold, and/or winds in excess of 25 mph may cause a cruise to be canceled. Please feel free to call us if you have any concerns. Onboard restrooms, blankets and cold water are available.