Sunset Cruises and Day Sails in Jacksonville - More Info
Let Us Serve You a Catered Dinner
We are proud to offer catered Gourmet Picnics from local restaurants.
Picnic Baskets for a minimum of two people:
#1 Steak and Shrimp Taco Picnic($50 per person)
- HOMEMADE HUMMUS PLATE with Cucumber, Radishes, Carrots, Pita wedges, Olives
- 3 SHRIMP and 3 STEAK TACOS on Flour Tortillas
- Local Shrimp, Salsa Frita, Jalapeno Slaw, Cilantro and Avocado
- Sliced Skirt Steak, Crispy Potatoes, Chimichurri Sauce, Red Onions, Topped with Creme Fraiche and Cilantro Homestyle
- Chocolate Chip Cookies
#2 Gryo and Chicken Combo Picnic($50 per person)
- HOMEMADE HUMMUS PLATE with Cucumber, Radishes, Carrots, Pita wedges, Olives
- GREEK GYRO PITA – Seasoned Lamb, Artisan Mix, Tomato, Onion, Feta Cheese and Tzatziki Sauce served on a Warm Pita
- ROTISSERIE CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICH – Croissant, Rotisserie Chicken, Finely Chopped Chives, Celery and Rosemary served with Fresh Fruit Cup
- Homestyle Chocolate Chip Cookies
#3 Roast Beef and Smoked Turkey Picnic ($50 per person)
- CHARCUTERIE - Proscuitto di Parma, 18 month, dry, Cured Ham and Cahill's Irish Porter Cheddar served with local honeycomb, seasonal mustard and toast point
- ROAST BEEF SANDWICH - smoked cheddar, field greens, tomatoes, garlic aioli, on ciabatta
- SMOKED TURKEY SANDWICH - tomatoes, provolone, dijonaise and sprouts, on ciabatta
- Both with sides of Penne Pasta Salad with Spinach, Broccoli, Feta and Red Onion in a Pesto Sauce
- Homestyle Chocolate Chip Cookies
Also as a reminder we provide bottled water and we carry small and ever changing assortment of soft drinks. So if anyone in you party has a drink preference beyond that, it would be best for them to bring their favorite drinks along or make arrangements with us in advance. Alcoholic beverages are BYOB. You can specify your dinner selection at check out.
Sailing on the St Johns River - A hidden treasure
When the St Johns River turns south from downtown Jacksonville it opens up into the perfect sailing location being wide enough to adjust the sail in accordance to the wind direction and narrow enough to provide protection for a smooth sail. It is fabulous!
The shores are lined with manicured estates and ancient trees stretching from San Marco south on the eastern shore and Ortega south on the western shore. The Florida Yacht Club, Timuquana Country Club, Epping Forest, and Bolles School also grace the shores. If you are lucky, it is fun to be close enough to feel the vibration and to and watch the planes take off and land from the Naval Air Station (NAS) just north of Interstate 295 (the Buckman Bridge).
Sunset Cruise on the St Johns River
We recommend leaving the dock about 3 hours before sunset and head south toward the Buckman Bridge. The direction and speed of the wind determine exactly where we go.
As we turn around and head north to ready ourselves for the sunset, it is the perfect time to stretch out on the comfortable bow trampolines as the colors of the sunset flood the sky. As the sun disappears below the horizon the sky fills with pinks, purples, and oranges of the after glow. The sun disappears, but downtown Jacksonville lights of the city now create their own “light show”. You see the city lights as only one can from the water. One hour later you will be back at the dock as the last light of dusk fads from the sky. The perfect four hour excursion!
Cancellation Policies
Once you have received a booking confirmation, cancellations and rebooking are allowed up to 14 days prior to the charter. Failure to appear on your booked date or to cancel and rebook at least 14 days prior to your booked date will result in a $200 cancellation fee plus any online booking fees.
Weather Related Cancellations
Now & Zen is safe, stable, and provides amble protection from the weather. It can be sailed comfortably under normal conditions which include a chance of an afternoon thunderstorm, occasional showers, cloudy, or windy weather.
There is no weather related refund of the cancellation fee except for the issuance of a named storm (hurricane) warning that coincides with the charter time.
Cancellation fees can be applied to reschedule a charter (one time, with an additional $200 deposit) within the calendar year, plus any online booking fees. There are no refunds or reschedules for no shows/cancellations within 24 hrs of the time of the cruise.