St. Johns River Lunch and Dinner Cruises in Sanford, Florida
Overview
Set sail on the St. Johns River aboard the elegant Sternwheeler Barbara-Lee for a delightful 3-hour dining experience. Enjoy a three-course meal served at your own private table, featuring a variety of enticing entrées and indulgent desserts. The atmosphere is enhanced with live entertainment, making it perfect for romantic evenings or special celebrations. With the capacity to accommodate up to 176 guests, this cruise offers a unique escape for individuals, couples, and groups alike.
- Scenic 3-hour lunch and dinner cruises available on select days
- Enjoy a delicious 3-course meal with attentive full-table service
- Live entertainment on the cruise to enhance your experience
- Full-service bar available for purchase
What's Included
- Dinner Guests order from a selection of 8 different entrees once they board the Barbara-Lee boat. Food is cooked to order. Vegan, gluten free and vegetarian options available.
- Lunch Guests order from a selection of 8 different entrees once they board the Barbara-Lee boat. Food is cooked to order. Vegan, gluten free and vegetarian options available.
- Alcoholic beverages Guests are provided their choice of tea, coffee and water. Cash bar available.
- Carbonated beverages Sodas are available for purchase.
Meeting Location
433 North Palmetto Avenue
Sanford, FL 32771, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Restrooms are not wheelchair accessible. There is a raised threshold you will have to step over to enter the Restrooms. All levels except the main deck require navigation of stairs. If you are not able to navigate stairs, please reach out to our staff prior to the day of the cruise so we can seat you on the Main Deck of the vessel.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 176 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on St. Johns River Lunch and Dinner Cruises in Sanford, Florida?
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Activity code: C-478210P4
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Everglades customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Dinner. Guests order from a selection of 8 different entrees once they board the Barbara-Lee boat. Food is cooked to order. Vegan, gluten free and vegetarian options available.
- Lunch. Guests order from a selection of 8 different entrees once they board the Barbara-Lee boat. Food is cooked to order. Vegan, gluten free and vegetarian options available.
- Alcoholic beverages. Guests are provided their choice of tea, coffee and water. Cash bar available.
- Carbonated beverages. Sodas are available for purchase.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the St. Johns River Lunch and Dinner Cruises in Sanford, Florida is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Restrooms are not wheelchair accessible. There is a raised threshold you will have to step over to enter the Restrooms. All levels except the main deck require navigation of stairs. If you are not able to navigate stairs, please reach out to our staff prior to the day of the cruise so we can seat you on the Main Deck of the vessel.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for St. Johns River Lunch and Dinner Cruises in Sanford, Florida will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Everglades. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- DinnerGuests order from a selection of 8 different entrees once they board the Barbara-Lee boat. Food is cooked to order. Vegan, gluten free and vegetarian options available.
- LunchGuests order from a selection of 8 different entrees once they board the Barbara-Lee boat. Food is cooked to order. Vegan, gluten free and vegetarian options available.
- Alcoholic beveragesGuests are provided their choice of tea, coffee and water. Cash bar available.
- Carbonated beveragesSodas are available for purchase.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Restrooms are not wheelchair accessible. There is a raised threshold you will have to step over to enter the Restrooms. All levels except the main deck require navigation of stairs. If you are not able to navigate stairs, please reach out to our staff prior to the day of the cruise so we can seat you on the Main Deck of the vessel.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 176 travelers
