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Jacksonville: Escape Game St. Johns Town Center RoomsYou’ll team up for 60 minutes inside themed escape rooms at Jacksonville’s St. Johns Town Center—solving puzzles, laughing at wrong guesses, and getting hints from local guides if you need them. Choose from five unique adventures (including Prison Break) and celebrate together after you escape—or don’t. Expect some surprises along the way.
Amelia Island: CraigCat Boat Tour & Cumberland Island WildlifeYou’ll drive your own CraigCat boat from Fernandina Beach with a small group, led by a local guide who knows Amelia Island’s quirks. Expect salty air, possible dolphin sightings near Cumberland Island, glimpses of wild horses at Dungeness Ruins, and stories you won’t find in any brochure. It’s equal parts splashy fun and quiet wildlife moments.
Amelia Island: Lofton Creek Kayak Tour with Local WildlifeYou’ll paddle calm blackwater on Lofton Creek with a local guide who knows every twist of the riverbank. Expect close-up wildlife moments—turtles surfacing, woodpeckers drumming—and plenty of easy laughter along the way. Kayak, gear, life jacket and photos are all included so you can just show up ready to drift into another world for a few hours.
Amelia Island: Eight Flags Road Tour & Local History DriveYou’ll ride through Amelia Island with a local guide who brings centuries of pirate tales, rebel stories, and eight flag histories to life. From downtown to old Fernandina, you’ll feel the weight of layered cultures—sometimes in silence, sometimes laughing at your own questions—and leave with a sense that this little island has seen more than most cities ever will.
Amelia Island: Electric Bike Tour with Beach Ride & BridgeYou’ll cruise Amelia Island’s best paths on an electric bike with a friendly local guide—crossing bridges with ocean views, winding through mossy oaks, and (if tides allow) rolling right onto Big Talbot’s wild beach. There’s time for laughs, a cold drink stop near the end, and plenty of moments where you just feel free.
Jacksonville Electric Bike Tour: Art Bikes & HistoryThis 2.5-hour guided electric bike tour takes you through Jacksonville's historic neighborhoods—Riverside, Avondale, 5 Points, San Marco and downtown—on custom Art Bikes created by local artists. A live guide leads the route, stopping at parks, public art installations and the St Johns River, crossing the new pedestrian bridge (the sUP) for views of downtown and a chance to spot dolphins. Riders must be 18 and up; the tour runs most days, with Sunday Funday Tours featuring local breweries and weekend festivals instead.Is it for me?The tour starts near public transportation, so you don't need a car to reach it or get back to your hotel afterward—the whole morning is built around the bike and the guide, not around arranging your own transport to the starting point.
Amelia Island: Lofton Creek Kayak Tour with Naturalist GuideYou’ll paddle through Amelia Island’s peaceful wetlands with a local naturalist guide, spotting wildlife and soaking up the sounds of Lofton Creek. Enjoy easy-to-use kayaks, bottled water, and complimentary photos along the way. It’s a slow adventure that lets you notice details you’d miss anywhere else — perfect if you want to feel Florida instead of just seeing it.
Fernandina Beach: Downtown Walking Tour & Island HistoryYou’ll walk Fernandina’s historic downtown with a local guide, hear tales of pirates and rebels beneath mossy oaks, see 19th-century homes up close, and feel the island’s layered history come alive in small details—a porch creak here, laughter there. It’s more than facts; it’s stories you’ll carry home.
Amelia Island: Electric Skateboard Beach Ride & Shark Teeth HuntYou’ll ride electric skateboards along Amelia Island’s sandy shoreline with a local guide who keeps things relaxed and fun. Hunt for real shark teeth near the jetties, cruise past sunbathers as you master your board, and leave with GoPro photos capturing every laugh and wipeout. It’s messy, lighthearted, and totally different from anything else on this beach.
Amelia Island: Self-Guided Kayak Tour on Black Water CreekYou’ll paddle your own kayak through Amelia Island’s black water creek, spotting turtles and birds while soaking up quiet moments between lush banks. The route is easy for beginners, with gear and bottled water included. Expect laughter, maybe wet feet, and one or two scenes that stick with you long after you’ve dried off.
Private Guided Boat Tour Fernandina Beach: Wild Horses & HistoryA private guided boat tour in Fernandina Beach for up to 6 passengers with a USCG certified captain who navigates Amelia Island, Cumberland Island and surrounding waters. The captain leads you past an 18th-century sugar plantation, points out wild horses roaming Cumberland Island's beaches, and shows you the exterior of a pre-Civil War fort — all in the same outing. Bottled water is included; the tour runs about 2 hours.Is it for me?Book this private charter if you want to adjust the route on the water to focus on wild horses, ruins, or wildlife—your captain steers based on what interests you most.
Amelia Island: Self-Guided Arcimoto FUV Electric Island RideYou’ll zip around Amelia Island in an electric Arcimoto FUV, feeling the breeze as you pass historic lighthouses and centuries-old cemeteries. Cruise through American Beach’s soulful history and under Fort Clinch’s green tunnels — with your own playlist or just the hush of island air for company. It’s a day that feels both playful and quietly moving.
Downtown Jacksonville Tour: Historic Sites & Main Street BridgeA half-day guided tour of Downtown Jacksonville covers the city's 1901 fire recovery, world-class architecture, memorials to veterans and fallen police, and the Treaty Oak—the oldest living thing in the city. A certified guide leads the route; audio headsets and hotel pickup are included, and you ride a luxury tuk tuk across the Main Street Bridge. Suitable for all fitness levels; children welcome from age 3.Is it for me?This is a shared group tour with a live guide, so you're moving with other travelers and following a set route and schedule—ideal if you want the history explained by someone who knows the city rather than reading plaques on your own. The three-hour length fits a morning or afternoon without eating up a full day.
Sweet Pete's Chocolate Factory Tour: JacksonvilleSweet Pete's Chocolate & Candy Factory Tour in Jacksonville is a 20-minute guided tour through the company's historic building and production facility, led by a candy expert who walks you through the business, the candy-making process, and the features of the 100-year-old mansion. After the tour, you design and receive a custom chocolate bar by choosing from over 16 toppings that the candy makers craft exactly the way you want.Is it for me?The 20-minute format works well if you're staying downtown or visiting without a car—Sweet Pete's is accessible by public transportation, and the tour fits neatly into a morning or afternoon without eating up hours. You get the full factory experience and a handmade chocolate bar without the time commitment of a longer attraction.
Jacksonville Private Boat Tour: Daytime or Sunset, up to 6A private 2-hour boat tour on Jacksonville's Saint Johns River for up to 6 passengers, departing daytime or at sunset, with a captain who personalizes the itinerary to your group. You'll see dolphins, birds and wildlife; tour waterfront homes and downtown Jacksonville landmarks including the Jaguars Stadium and USS Orleck; stop at a sandbar and float in a tube. Non-alcoholic drinks and snacks are included, and the captain tells stories for children on board.Is it for me?Book the daytime tour if you want to see wildlife at its most active and get the clearest views of the river and landmarks; choose the sunset departure if you prefer the light and atmosphere at the end of the day. Either way, the captain builds the route around what your group wants, so a family with young kids, a couple celebrating an anniversary, or friends looking for a specific wildlife sighting all get a different tour on the same boat.
Kayaking Jacksonville: Lofton Creek with Professional GuideKayak Lofton Creek near Jacksonville with a professional guide, paddling Northeast Florida's most popular kayak route for 2 hours. The guide teaches paddling technique and points out plants, trees and wildlife along the way. Kayak, paddle and life jacket are included; the trip suits all ages and fitness levels, with children welcome from age 2.Is it for me?Small groups and families work well here—the guide adjusts the pace and teaching to whoever shows up that day, so beginners and experienced paddlers paddle together without anyone feeling rushed or held back. Choose this if you want to paddle your own kayak and have someone who knows the creek point out what's worth seeing.
Amelia Island Kayak & Paddleboard Rentals Talbot State ParkYou rent a kayak or paddleboard with all gear included, paddle the salt marsh trails of Amelia Island with a guide who knows the wildlife and the water, spot birds and fish in their habitat, and spend the afternoon moving at your own pace through a landscape that feels untouched. The guides stay with you, the equipment is provided, and you leave knowing you've seen Florida the way it actually is.Is it for me?Book this if you want to paddle a real Florida salt marsh without arranging your own boat or worrying about navigation — the guides handle the route and the wildlife knowledge, so you just paddle and look around.
Amelia Island Floating Tiki Boat Cruise: BYOB with CaptainA 90-minute private tiki boat cruise on Amelia Island's Intercoastal Waterway with a local captain, cooler stocked with ice and bottled water, and Bluetooth sound system included. You bring beverages and snacks; the boat handles the rest. Stops include the Amelia River marshes, Egan's Creek backwaters and possible dolphin sightings, with routes beginning and ending in the Fernandina Beach Historic District.Is it for me?Book this if you're traveling with a small group or friends who want control over the day—the boat is yours to set the tone, the captain handles navigation and wildlife knowledge, and you decide what to drink and how long to linger at each stop.
Amelia & Big Talbot: E-Bike Tour with Smart HelmetsYou’ll set off from Amelia Island with an electric bike and smart helmet that lets you chat easily with your group as you ride toward Big Talbot State Park. Expect quiet trails under live oaks, a breezy bridge crossing, maybe some sandy beach riding if tides allow, and time for local stops or snacks along the way — all at your own pace. It’s one of those days you’ll remember long after your shoes dry out.
Jacksonville Airport to Ritz Carlton Amelia Island: Private CarYou're picked up at Jacksonville airport arrivals by a professional driver in a luxury black car and driven directly to the Ritz Carlton on Amelia Island. The vehicle is air-conditioned and immaculate; all fees are included in the fixed price; specialized car seats are available for infants and children. The return transfer works the same way, with a scheduled pickup from your hotel.Is it for me?Book this if you want to skip the airport taxi line and ride-share wait, and arrive at your hotel already relaxed instead of stressed about navigation and fares. The fixed price and scheduled driver mean one less thing to figure out on arrival day.
