St. Augustine Catamaran Sail & Sightseeing
See historic forts and a lighthouse from the water aboard a nimble catamaran.
Duration
2 hours
Includes
Catamaran ride, Bottled water
Highlights
Glide across the Matanzas River on a small catamaran and take in St. Augustine’s storied shoreline. Capture sweeping views of Castillo de San Marcos, the Great Cross, Fort Matanzas, and the iconic lighthouse as you cruise.
- Sail past Castillo de San Marcos and Fort Matanzas
- Marvel at the towering Great Cross from the water
- Snap photos of the St. Augustine Lighthouse
- Relax aboard a stable, easy-to-maneuver catamaran
- Stay refreshed with complimentary bottled water
What's Included
- Catamaran ride
- Bottled water, cooler and ice
Things to know
Check in 30 minutes before departure; the vessel leaves on time. Drivers must be 18+ with a photo ID. Minimum of 2 tickets per reservation. Maximum weight limit for two passengers (on one boat) cannot exceed 500 lbs. Anyone born after 1988 must complete a boater safety course certification before booking.
Cancellation Policy
Receive a full refund when you cancel at least 72 hours before your reservation. No refunds are provided for cancellations within 72 hours, late arrivals, holidays, holiday weekends, or inclement weather; a reschedule valid for one year is offered instead. Once a captain is scheduled the booking cannot be cancelled.
Meeting details
509 South Ponce De Leon Boulevard, St. Augustine, FL
More about Fort Matanzas National Monument
Fort Matanzas National Monument sits just south of St. Augustine, guarding the Matanzas Inlet where the Atlantic meets the salt marshes of Florida's oldest coastline. Built by the Spanish in 1742 to protect the southern approach to St. Augustine, this small coquina watchtower has stood through hurricanes, sieges, and centuries of shifting tides. While the catamaran sail itself glides through the historic Matanzas Bay closer to the city, the spirit of Fort Matanzas National Monument lives in every wave you cross, since these are the same protected waters Spanish sentries once scanned for approaching ships. The fort remains one of the quietest, most atmospheric corners of the First Coast, a place where Florida's layered past feels remarkably close to the surface.
Setting sail from St. Augustine on the catamaran, you will glide past the Castillo de San Marcos, the Bridge of Lions, and the wide expanse of Matanzas Bay, with the breeze carrying that unmistakable mix of salt air and sun-warmed coquina stone that defines this stretch of coast. Dolphins often rise alongside the hulls, pelicans skim the surface, and the captain shares stories of the Spanish, British, and American eras that shaped these waterways. For travelers planning to extend their day, Fort Matanzas National Monument lies a short drive south along A1A, where a free ferry carries visitors across the inlet to the fort itself, a natural complement to the maritime history you will encounter on the sail.
This experience is ideal for history lovers, couples seeking a romantic sunset on the water, and families who want a relaxed introduction to St. Augustine's seafaring heritage. Photographers will appreciate the golden light over the bay, while anyone curious about Florida's colonial chapters will find the catamaran a perfect companion to a visit at Fort Matanzas National Monument. Together, the sail and the fort tell the full story of how Spain held this coast, making your time on the water feel like more than a cruise, but a quiet passage through the same currents that shaped Fort Matanzas National Monument and the city it once protected.
