Scottsville Sunset Cruise
Float the James at dusk with live acoustic music and charcuterie
Duration
2 hrs
Ideal For
Up to 6 people
Includes
Charcuterie, live music, cups
Highlights
Float the James River aboard a traditional batteau as daylight fades. Hear river stories, pause for food and music, then drift back toward Scottsville.
- Travel upriver before dusk and return as the light fades
- Listen to live acoustic music at the anchor point
- Enjoy a shared charcuterie board with seasonal accompaniments
- Bring your own beverages in a small personal cooler
- Swim in the river when water conditions allow
What's Included
- Charcuterie board
- Live acoustic music
- Ice buckets and cups
- Life jackets
- Dry bag for your group
Know before you go
- Ages 8+ only
- Arrive at least 30 minutes before your scheduled departure
- Footwear is required throughout the tour; wear closed-toe shoes or river sandals if swimming
- Tours operate rain or shine
- No formal bathroom stops are available once on the river
- Keep beverages and behavior family friendly; drunkenness is not tolerated
- A 6% booking fee applies and is not included in the listed price
Cancellation Policy
Cancel at least 7 days before for a full refund. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather, water level, or other unforeseen circumstances. No refunds for illness. No-shows are charged in full.
FAQs
Bring one small bag per person and one small cooler per two people. Anything you bring aboard must fit in the dry bag provided for your group.
Swimming is allowed when water conditions permit. Wear closed-toe shoes or river-appropriate sandals, and note that swimming is not allowed during very high water.
Life jackets are provided on this cruise, but wearing one is optional.
Meeting details
Canal Basin Square, 249 Main St, Scottsville, VA 24590