Short Duration Cruise
$1,250
A relaxed private cruise along the St. Johns River — perfect for sightseeing, photography, or a casual celebration on the water.
- Private charter aboard VADA
- Captain and steward
- Kilwins Ice Cream included
- BYOB welcome
Gift Certificates
Give an unforgettable day on the water
A private cruise on the St. Johns River is a gift people remember for years — a birthday spent under the Jacksonville skyline, an anniversary at golden hour, a retirement send-off with the ones who matter most. Gift certificates are available in any amount and can be applied to any VADA cruise package or Hydro charter.
Most Popular Gift
Evening Cruise
$1,325
Jacksonville's skyline at golden hour. A standout gift for anniversaries, milestone birthdays, and special occasions.
- Private charter aboard VADA
- Captain and steward
- Kilwins Ice Cream included
- Menu options available
Extended Evening Cruise
$1,425
The premier experience aboard VADA — a long, leisurely evening on the river with full menu service. The ultimate gift for someone who deserves it.
- Private charter aboard VADA
- Captain and steward
- Kilwins Ice Cream included
- Full menu options available
Prefer a custom amount? We also offer open-value gift certificates the recipient can apply to any cruise or add-on. Contact us with your preferences.
Perfect For
Occasions worth remembering
Anniversaries
A sunset on the river is the kind of memory couples talk about for years. Pair the gift with a custom décor add-on for a romantic touch.
Milestone Birthdays
50th, 60th, 70th — turn a number into a story. A private cruise with their closest friends or family is a celebration unlike any other.
Retirement
Send someone into their next chapter with a day they'll never forget. Skyline views, the people who matter, no agenda but the river.
Weddings & Engagements
A bachelorette afternoon, a post-elopement toast, or the proposal itself. VADA is a beautiful setting for the moments that matter.
Holidays
Christmas, Mother's Day, Father's Day, Valentine's Day — a gift certificate gives them the joy of choosing the perfect date.
Corporate Thank-Yous
Recognize a top client, a key employee, or a retiring partner with a memorable gesture they'll genuinely use and remember.
How It Works
Simple from gift to cruise
- Reach out. Call or email with the package you'd like to gift (or a custom amount), the recipient's name, and any message you'd like included.
- We prepare your certificate. You'll receive a beautifully formatted gift certificate by email — ready to print at home or forward digitally.
- They book their date. The recipient contacts us at their convenience to schedule a date that works for their group.
- Cruise day. They meet us at Lambs Yacht Center, Dock C, and we take care of the rest.
Gift certificates are valid for one year from purchase, transferable, and subject to date availability. Subject to our standard charter terms.
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