GREEN COVE SPRINGS BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Two Hours of Riverlight: A Private Romance Cruise on the St. Johns
A privately chartered, two-hour sunset or twilight cruise on the St. Johns River in Green Cove Springs, offering seasonal flowers, chocolates and light refreshments—this guide explains what to expect and how to plan.
Two Hours of Riverlight: A Private Romance Cruise on the St. Johns.
Aboard a privately chartered boat from Southern Cove Charters & Excursions, the Romance Package is a deliberately slow two-hour cruise on the St. Johns River around Green Cove Springs. The outing foregrounds quiet river scenery, glimpses of local wildlife and shoreline historic sites while the operator supplies petite seasonal flowers, chocolates and light refreshments in a setting pitched for proposals, anniversaries and similar celebrations.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Sunset or Twilight Private Cruise
Choose a sunset or a twilight/night departure for an intimate two-hour charter focused on shared time rather than a set itinerary—ideal for marking proposals, anniversaries or birthdays.
Seasonal Flowers, Chocolates and Light Snacks
The Romance Package includes a petite bouquet of seasonal flowers, an intimate box of chocolates, and light snacks; soft drinks and water are provided on board, and guests may bring a bottle of wine—corkscrew and glasses are available.
Scenic, Historic and Wildlife-Focused Passage
The cruise takes in the natural scenery of Green Cove Springs along the St. Johns River and passes areas where local wildlife and historic shoreline sites can be seen from the boat.
What the day feels like
What the two-hour romance charter feels like
The experience is a relaxed, privately chartered river cruise: over two hours you drift along the St. Johns, watching shoreline light change as the operator provides modest provisions and small romantic touches—flowers and chocolates—while the boat holds a low-key pace so couples can focus on the view and each other.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this cruise suits—and when to look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The Romance Package is a two-hour privately chartered cruise offered as a sunset or twilight/night departure.
Soft drinks, water and light snacks are provided; guests may bring a bottle of wine (the operator supplies a corkscrew and glasses).
A petite bouquet of seasonal flowers and an intimate box of chocolates are included with the Romance Package.
The charter is promoted for wedding proposals, anniversaries, birthdays and similar private celebrations in a romantic river setting.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Romance Package cruise?
The cruise duration is two hours.
What is included in the package?
The package includes a petite bouquet of seasonal flowers, an intimate box of chocolates, soft drinks, water and light snacks.
Can we bring our own alcohol?
Yes — guests may bring a bottle of wine; the operator provides a corkscrew and glasses.
Is this a private charter?
Yes — the Romance Package is offered on a privately chartered boat.
Is the cruise suitable for special occasions?
Yes — the operator recommends this charter for wedding proposals, anniversaries, birthdays and other intimate celebrations.
When are departures offered?
The cruise is offered as a sunset or twilight/night departure.