Moonlit Mysteries: Stargazing + Haunted History Boat Tour
ST. AUGUSTINE, Florida (February 13, 2025) – It's one of the most haunted places in the United States — where the supernatural pervades every historic landmark, from the Lighthouse to the Old Jail to the Castillo de San Marcos. It’s our beloved St. Augustine, the oldest settled city in the U.S., where the paranormal is normal and where history hides inside the coquina walls of old pubs and inns. With the stars glowing from above and the moon casting shadows in the water’s wake, the Moonlit Mysteries Night Cruise hosted by Florida Water Tours takes you across the Matanzas Bay to the bayfront. Combining narrated stargazing, ancient navigation, and intriguing, spooky tales of the ancient city after dark, it’s a cruise you’ll always remember.
Founded by Jessica Jadick in 2016, Florida Water Tours is a family-owned and operated ecotourism company based in St. Augustine. Her captains and crew are passionate environmental advocates who specialize in fun and educational boat tours for vacationers and locals alike, highlighting the beauty — and ghostly spirit — of St. Augustine’s Intracoastal Waterways and maritime ecosystem.
“We love sharing our passion for nature and wildlife with every guest that comes aboard,” shares Jadick. “Whether it’s narrating the stars above our beautiful coastal waterways or sharing the spooky lore of our hometown, it’s a dream to offer these immersive and fun experiences.”
Starting Thursday, February 27th, The Moonlit Mysteries: Stargazing and Haunted History Boat Tour takes you on the water as the sun begins to set. Departure times vary with the season, ranging from 6:30pm in the winter and 9:30pm in the summer. The crew narrates special celestial events, like shooting stars, full moons, and planetary alignments. This 90-minute tour is available Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, and is geared towards adults and teens 13+. Tickets are $39 per person, and includes a complimentary beverage from the bar onboard. Star gaze, enjoy the balmy breeze, and maybe even see dolphins playing in the wake!
Florida Water Tours is located at Windward at Camachee Cove Yacht Harbor at 107 Yacht Club Dr., St. Augustine, FL (just north of downtown). There is plentiful free parking, and their vessels are just a short walk away, located at Docks A-23 and A-24. Check in for your boat tour directly at the boat or at the shop, The Salty Boutique, which hosts an array of local, handmade goods and everything you need for the sand, sun, and salt. Tours can fill up fast, and with a live calendar online, you can book your cruise with ease. For more information, and more tour options, head to floridawatertour.com.
ABOUT FLORIDA WATER TOUR — Florida Water Tour offers ecotourism cruises, from family-friendly adventures to adults-only excursions. They specialize in educating youth about marine sciences through their nonprofit, Florida Water Warriors. Located at 107 Yacht Club Drive in St. Augustine, FL, Florida Water Tours offers daily departures, private tours, and special events. Photos can be found here. Learn more at floridawatertours.com, and follow along on social media: Facebook @floridawatertours and Instagram @fl_watertours.
