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All-You-Can-Eat Tacos on the Water: Two Hours Aboard the Virginia Dare
A two-hour, build-your-own, all-you-can-eat taco cruise in Moneta offering limitless toppings, choice of chicken or beef, and a cash bar with Coronas and made-to-order margaritas.
All-You-Can-Eat Tacos on the Water: Two Hours Aboard the Virginia Dare.
Adventure brief
All-You-Can-Eat Tacos on the Water: Two Hours Aboard the Virginia Dare
Set out from Moneta aboard the Virginia Dare for a laid-back, two-hour culinary cruise: an all-you-can-eat, build-your-own taco feast served on deck, paired with cold beers and margaritas from a cash bar and complimentary sweet iced tea and water. It’s a simple, social outing—part boat tour, part floating taquería—framed by a scenic waterside setting.
Set sail on a flavorful journey with the Taco Cruise aboard the Virginia Dare at Moneta, Virginia. This private two-hour excursion offers an irresistible taco feast where guests can build their perfect taco with unlimited toppings, choosing from tender chicken or savory beef. The cruise is made even better with a cash bar featuring refreshing Coronas and custom margaritas, perfectly complementing the delicious fare. Beyond the tasty bites, you'll enjoy stunning water views of Smith Mountain Lake, providing a relaxed, festive atmosphere on the water. Whether you're with family, friends, or celebrating a special occasion, this cruise blends culinary delight with the charm of the Virginia outdoors. It's a unique way to combine food, fun, and scenic cruising in a way that leaves everyone satisfied and eager to return.
Route Schematic
Route & Stops
Key moments and service points during the two-hour cruise.
Boarding — Virginia Dare Cruises & Marina
Guests board the Virginia Dare at the operator’s marina in Moneta to begin the taco cruise.
Taco Service Onboard
Aboard the vessel a build-your-own taco spread is provided with chicken or beef and a range of toppings for unlimited assembly.
Cruise & Views
During the two-hour outing passengers enjoy the waterside setting while dining and drinking aboard the Virginia Dare.
Return & Disembark
The vessel returns to the marina at the end of the two-hour cruise for disembarkation.
No specific physical requirements, route variations, or accessibility details are provided in the source; check with Virginia Dare Cruises & Marina for operational updates or accessibility information.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Endless build-your-own tacos
For two hours you can assemble unlimited tacos with your choice of chicken or beef and a full spread of fixings—cheese, guacamole, sour cream, salsa and vegetables—until you’ve had your fill.
Cold beers and made-to-order margaritas
Wash your tacos down with ice-cold Coronas or a custom margarita from the cash bar; the meal also includes complimentary sweet iced tea and water.
A relaxed, scenic two-hour cruise
The experience unfolds aboard the Virginia Dare over a two-hour cruise, offering a casual, social setting and a chance to enjoy food and drink in a waterside atmosphere.
What the day feels like
What the cruise feels like
The Taco Cruise is straightforward and convivial: passengers board the Virginia Dare, settle into an informal onboard service where tacos are assembled to order from a self-serve spread, and spend two hours eating, drinking, and taking in the waterborne setting before returning to port.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this outing suits — and what the source does or does not specify about participant needs.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The cruise runs for two hours.
Bring payment if you plan to buy alcoholic beverages from the cash bar; the meal itself includes complimentary sweet iced tea and water.
Service is a build-your-own, all-you-can-eat format offering chicken or beef and standard taco toppings.
The cruise is operated by Virginia Dare Cruises & Marina out of Moneta, Virginia.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Taco Cruise?
The experience lasts two hours.
Is food included?
Yes — the cruise is an all-you-can-eat, build-your-own taco meal where you can choose chicken or beef and top tacos with cheese, guacamole, sour cream, salsa and vegetables.
What drinks are available?
Ice-cold Coronas and made-to-order margaritas are available from a cash bar; the meal also includes complimentary sweet iced tea and water.
Can I choose my taco fillings?
Yes — you can choose chicken, beef, or both and assemble tacos with the provided toppings.
Who operates the Taco Cruise and where is it based?
The cruise is operated by Virginia Dare Cruises & Marina in Moneta, Virginia.
Are beverages included with the meal?
Sweet iced tea and water are included with the meal; alcoholic beverages such as Coronas and margaritas are available for purchase at the cash bar.
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