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About this Experience

What you'll do:

Step aboard a private boat charter in Jacksonville and spend the day shaping the route around your crew, not a stranger's schedule.

  • Board Your Private Charter - Meet your licensed captain and crew, then settle onto a vessel reserved just for your group.

  • Cruise the Intracoastal Waterway - Wind through Jacksonville's rivers, inlets, and scenic waterways at your own pace.

  • Pull Up to a Sandbar - Anchor at a local sandbar to swim, wade, or soak up the sun with your group.

  • Stop at Waterfront Bars and Restaurants - Dock at a spot along the route for drinks or a bite before heading back out.

  • Set the Vibe - Hook up your own playlist, dance on the open deck, or kick back and let the water do the work.

Whether the day calls for loud music and dancing or a slow drift past the skyline, the route bends to match the mood your group brings aboard.

Why we love it for your party:

  • Fully Private Charter - No strangers on board, just the people you invited.

  • Flexible Cruise Length - Choose a cruise from 1 to 8 hours to match your plans.

  • Licensed Captain and Crew - Experienced hands run the boat so your group can focus on the party.

  • Multiple Route Options - Pick sandbar stops, waterfront bars, or a straight scenic cruise.

  • Built for Celebrations - Birthdays, bachelorette parties, graduations, and more fit right in.

About this experience partner:

Jax Cruise operates private boat charters out of Jacksonville, Florida, running Coast Guard-inspected vessels along the city's rivers, inlets, and the Intracoastal Waterway. The team handles the logistics, licensed captain included, so hosts can focus on their group instead of the boat. Jax Cruise is known locally for fully private charters that groups can shape around sandbar stops, waterfront bars, or open water cruising.

Additional information:

  • Cruise durations range from 1 to 8 hours depending on the package selected.

  • The Sweet Caroline charter holds up to 49 passengers plus crew; capacity for other cruise options should be confirmed with the partner.

  • Routes and stops depend on weather, tides, and safety conditions on the day of the cruise.

  • Departure location varies by cruise selection; confirm the meeting point at booking.

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Location

Jacksonville, FL

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250 Vilano Rd, St. Augustine, FL 32084, USA

Cancellation Policy

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generous Cancellation Policy

Full refund on cancellations with 7+ days notice. No refund within 7 day window.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many people can join a Jax Cruise charter?

The Sweet Caroline charter holds up to 49 passengers plus crew. Capacity varies by cruise option, so confirm your group size when booking.

Is alcohol allowed on board?

Charters are BYOB friendly with onboard bar access. Confirm the current policy with Jax Cruise when you book.

What happens if the weather is bad on cruise day?

Routes, timing, and itineraries depend on weather, tides, and safety conditions, and the captain may adjust the plan for safety.

Can we stop at a sandbar or a waterfront bar during the cruise?

Yes, routes can include sandbar stops or stops at waterfront bars and restaurants, depending on the cruise you select.

Where does the cruise depart from?

Departure location varies by cruise option. Jax Cruise will confirm the exact meeting point when you book.

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