We booked our tour a week in advance. It was easy to find parking, and pretty easy to find the…read moreright dock and boat. Once we got there, we were assigned seats. Despite the booking saying arrive 15 minutes early or miss the boat, people still showed up after the time, and got on. We left around noon with approximately 10 people on board. We drove out to the inlet, and a bunch of dolphins were seen playing in the water. There was a bunch, we stopped and watched them form about 10-15 minutes, playing, splashing, jumping up catching fish. It was a good experience. We toured around for a little bit, seeing the old fort, hearing history of the city. The guides recommended restaurants near the water front, and returned to the dock. The tour lasted about a hour, in which we learned some history, saw dolphins, different birds, a few beaches, and a nice boat ride. For 2 adults it was $64, the tour guides were friendly, funny, and informative.

Wonderful and really informative. We were very lucky to see hundreds of dolphins all during the…read moremating season. We saw a little babies and adults dancing their dance. Wonderful views of the fort and light house and the Bridge of Lions. Thank you for a wonderful evening.

Celebrated a birthday on the sunset cruise and it was amazing! We had plenty of room to move about,…read moreeat and drink! Love that we could bring our own snacks and beverages. The crew was so accommodating by playing our favorite tunes and even joining in on the fun! Highly recommend this and the location is great as you can enjoy both Vilano Beach area and see the sights of St. Augustine! When we finished, we continued our evening at Beaches restaurant adjacent to the dock and enjoyed more of the sunset!

From the owner: Beaches Water Tours, located in beautiful St. Augustine, Florida, offers a variety of scenic boat…read moreexcursions including Dolphin and Nature Tours, Sunset Cruises, and the seasonal Nights of Lights Cruise. They also provide private charters that can accommodate parties of up to 49 guests, making them an ideal choice for weddings, corporate events, birthday parties, bachelor/bachelorette parties, and more. Guests are encouraged to bring their own beverages and snacks to enhance the experience. Operating from Beaches Marina in Vilano Beach, they offer multiple departures daily. For reservations or inquiries, visit their website or call.

Captain James and Captain TJ gave a great tour and kept spirits up even with a small rain shower…read more We got to see tons of Dolphins, Snowy Egrets, and Roseate Spoonbills.

I went on the Red Boat Tour in St. Augustine for my friend's birthday, and overall, it was a good…read moreexperience! The boat itself wasn't quite what I expected, but we still had a great time. I do wish there was more counter or table space, especially since they allow you to bring your own food and drinks. Captain TJ was great and made the experience even better. The views were absolutely to die for! It was a nice way to celebrate a birthday, enjoy the water, and take in the beautiful scenery of St. Augustine.

We had a nice time on the water today, but we were glad that they offer an enclosed lower deck as…read moreit was quite windy. The trip was the advertised 75 mins. It is a narrated trip and the speakers can be quite loud if you are sitting close to them. The trip never leaves the bay, but there is plenty to see, including dolphins that were swimming near us. We used an online booking system which charged my account but never sent a confirming email and we ended up buying tickets at the dock and will have to contest the double charge at a later date. I also question the information on the narration, as I caught at least 3 inaccuracies. It was a pleasant trip and we enjoyed it, even with a couple of hiccups.

Everytime we go on this cruise we love it. So interesting all the facts they share about the area…read moreand its history. You will see osprey, dolphins, we saw like 6 baby sharks. It's really so awesome the staff is really great. The boat has upstairs and a coveted down stairs also an outdoor area. It's a very comfortable and they serve beer, wine, prosecco, chips and snacks. You will definitely enjoy this boat ride.

My friends loved the wine tasting cruise. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it! You get 3 whites and…read more3 reds, and they tell you a bit about each wine before pouring. The pours are just the right size, not too little and not too much. You have enough time to finish it before the next one is served, without feeling rushed. You also get a little charcuterie cone that is a nice compliment to the wine. There is also the option to pre-order a larger charcuterie box. The staff were all very friendly and helpful, and the scenery on the tour is great. We saw so many dolphins! The boat is spacious and not crowded, so it is easy to move about if you want to get up and walk around. This was the highlight of our St. Augustine trip.

Booked a trip on Friday morning for the sunset tour that evening. I did the on line booking easily…read more We went for a nice dinner prior to the boat ride so we didn't get any snacks on the boat. The boat was clean and the people at the office were very professional. The crew for the boat were nice and knowledgeable. The Captain was very experienced and knew the route and we never had any issues with standing to get better views. The views were great, the Sahara dust storm made the sunset even more vibrant. We had such a good time. I highly recommend this company.

We booked a private eco tour for our party of 6 as a Mother's Day gift. We had the pleasure of…read morehaving Captain Zach as our guide with the assistance of Captain Kevin. We all had an amazing time. Zach is very passionate about the preservation of this beautiful area and all the wildlife that lives here. He's incredibly knowledgeable and happy to answer any and all questions... even the ridiculous ones...lol. He interacted so well with our two daughters who are 4 and 10, but was sure to engage with everyone on the boat so we all got a personalized experience. We saw so many dolphins and birds (the spoon bills were a special treat for us) which was our main objective. The boat itself was very comfortable and they were happy to accommodate our boat with an extra shade to keep my Mom more shielded from the sun. He also offered to take us out a hour earlier than the advertised time of 11 a.m. so that we could try to beat the heat, again to accommodate the older guests on the boat. Our girls had the best time taking their turns driving the boat and he even treated them to shark teeth after the trip because he heard us talking about shark teeth hunting and we had asked him about secret spots to look for them. Captain Zach is just an easy going guy with a lot of passion and expertise that he loves to share. Having that kind of person as our tour guide really made the experience for us. Overall just a fantastic time. Worth every penny to get a private tour. 10/10 experience!

We had a wonderful time on our tour with Chris! He was very knowledgeable about the area and he…read morecatered our experience to what we wanted to see. We booked a private charter and I can't recommend it enough! We've done the regular tours, too, and they are great. We love this company and recommend it often. Just book it!

The captain was highly experienced and friendly. The crew was great and the boat was well set up…read morefor the passengers and in good shape. It was a beautiful day on the bay with friends.

Absolutely amazing sunset sail on the Schooner Freedom while we were in St. Augustine on our…read morehoneymoon! The boat was immaculate and the Captain and Crew were all very friendly and attended to all of our needs even offering blankets when it got really chilly after the sunset. We were delayed at the drawbridge as a the cruise began because the Spanish Navigator Juan Merediz was ending his historic route sail from Spain to St. Augustine was being escorted into the marina. That was really cool. I highly recommend and hope to be back for future anniversaries.

***** EASY FIVE STARS! ***** My wife and I are so glad that…read morewe went to Bluewater Adventure. Jeremy was super nice and took great care of us! The marina is beautiful and the boats are awesome. We will definitely be going here again! Thank you! Mike & Pam Zad Plano, TX

Book this tour!!!!!! Absolutely amazing and fun tour! We saw dolphins right next to us! Got to…read moreexplore the Matanzas River and have so much fun driving the mini boats. Seeing the fort from the water was really neat! Absolutely recommend!!

Went on the Sabrage last night had a great time. Weather was fantastic,music perfect and dolphins…read moreput on a great show. The crew are very knowledgeable,kind and caring. The drinks are very reasonably priced. A great way to see St.Augustine! Even for the locals

I booked a sunset cruise with Sabrage in St. Augustine to celebrate my brother and sister-in-law's…read more33rd wedding anniversary. With a perfect 75° evening forecasted for a Saturday night, it seemed like an ideal way to enjoy the occasion. Their online booking system was easy to use, and after our credit card was authorized, we were all set for a 5:00 PM departure. Unfortunately, when we arrived at the dock, things took a disappointing turn. The business office was open, but no staff were inside. After asking around at nearby boats, we learned that no one from Sabrage had been seen all day. I called the number provided, only to reach voicemail. About ten minutes after 5:00, I finally received a callback informing me that they had simply overlooked our reservation and did not have staff available to run the boat that night. It's incredibly frustrating to book an event on a Friday, only to show up the next day and find out that the company didn't even check their reservations. Based on other reviews, it seems like the cruises themselves are enjoyable, but the lack of organization and reliability is a major red flag. If you do choose to book with them, I highly recommend calling ahead--maybe even more than once--to confirm that they're actually operating. To their credit, they voided the charge quickly, but the overall experience left a lot to be desired. On a beautiful Saturday night in March, in a prime tourist location, I can't understand why a cruise company wouldn't be running. If not then, when? Given this experience, I have no plans to book with them again.

The Old Town Trolley tour in St. Augustine is a 22-stop hop-on hop-off experience well worth the…read moremoney. Everything we wanted to see was easily accessible from the stops. We boarded at approximately 8:50 AM, rode around, got off, and experienced some cool sights like the old fort, the Old City Jail, St. George Street, and the Torture Museum. Every time we go to a city with one of these trolley tours, we always take them. It's a historical trip guided by knowledgeable, polite, and friendly drivers. You get to hear from local experts about the history of the city as you drive around, saving yourself the long, hot walks. The hop-on hop-off feature is very convenient, and a trolley comes around every 15 minutes. This gives you time to get off, look around, and have only a short wait to jump on another one. Tickets cost approximately $33 per person and are highly recommended.

This is a good way to see the St. Augustine. You can hop off and whenever you want to and spend as…read moremuch time as you want enjoying the sites. The trams pass by every 15 minutes, so little time is spent waiting. There is a lot of history in this little town so it is well worth the visit. Our tram guide was very knowledgeable but I was somewhat overwhelmed by her presentation because it was absolutely non-stop. I was wishing she wouldd take a breath now and then. Be aware that there are two persons per seat. You cannot commandeer a whole seat for backpacks etc.