Private Luxury Yacht Cruises on the St. Johns River

Cruise Jacksonville

Go where the river flows on the St. Johns River in Jacksonville, Florida

Jacksonville’s Premier Private Yacht Charter Experience.

Exclusively Aboard VADA — Beneteau Swift Trawler 50

Looking for more than just a boat ride for your special event or special people in your life? Step aboard the VADA for an intimate, fully private charter on the St. Johns River. Complete with optional meals and/or drinks served by an attentive crew, you will sail the peaceful St. Johns. You can watch for dolphins and other wildlife or just enjoy the sunset and scenery.

Book your cruise today with Cruise Jacksonville, an exclusive premier private yacht experience – one you won’t soon forget.

Cruise Jacksonville: Go where the river flows.

VADA underway on the water at golden hour

One Vessel. Completely Yours.

Every charter is 100% private — no shared cruises, no strangers. VADA is reserved exclusively for your group of up to six guests, with a dedicated captain and crew focused entirely on your experience.

✓ Exclusive use of VADA for up to 6 guests

✓ Professional captain and crew

✓ Captain and steward included

✓ US Coast Guard compliant

The St. Johns River, a beautiful way to go.

Cruise the waterways of Jacksonville and take in the downtown skyline, downtown architecture, and the quiet natural stretches that make the St. Johns River one of Florida’s most scenic settings.

✓ Curated sightseeing routes

✓ Sunset and evening cruises

✓ Wildlife viewing and landmark scenery

Jacksonville skyline from the St. Johns River
Aft deck dining setup aboard VADA

White-Glove Service on the Water

Your crew is there for one purpose: making sure you and your guests have an extraordinary experience. From catering coordination to onboard service, every detail is attended to so you can simply enjoy the river.

✓ Attentive, professional crew

✓ Catering and menu options available

✓ Your comfort and satisfaction prioritized

VADA out of water showing full hull
Two couples celebrating aboard Cruise Jacksonville
Guest taking in the river view from VADA

A private charter on VADA is the most unique experience on the St. Johns River.

Guest Experiences

What our guests say about their time aboard VADA.


Our family cruise was the highlight of our Jacksonville trip. The yacht VADA was spacious and comfortable, and the crew made everything seamless from start to finish.

Melissa R.

We hosted a company outing with Cruise Jacksonville and were impressed by the professionalism and attention to detail. The views of the city skyline were fantastic.

David S.

The private charter made our anniversary truly special. The boat was very comfortable, and the sunset over the river was unforgettable.

Angela & Mike P.

Reserve Your Charter Aboard VADA

Packages start at $1,250 for a 2.5-hour private cruise. Choose from sunset evenings, dinner charters, sightseeing cruises, and more — all exclusively for your group on VADA, our 50’ Beneteau Swift Trawler.