TYBEE ISLAND BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
From Sand to Squares: A Vintage Cruise from Tybee into Savannah’s River Street
An eight‑hour, six‑passenger day trip aboard the classic Chris Craft Adventure Tybee that ferries visitors from Tybee Island through winding riverways into downtown Savannah for a self‑guided afternoon on the historic waterfront.
From Sand to Squares: A Vintage Cruise from Tybee into Savannah’s River Street.
Trade the beach for the city on a full‑day transit that begins on Tybee Island and unfolds as a slow, scenic passage through Georgia’s winding riverways before dropping you in the heart of Savannah’s historic waterfront. The outing pairs the vintage character and onboard comfort of Adventure Tybee with an afternoon to explore River Street and the city’s storied streets at your own pace.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Adventure Tybee — vintage comfort, modern systems
Board a 1986 Chris Craft 382 Sportfishing—Adventure Tybee—where twin 350 HP Crusader inboards and an 18‑knot cruise deliver a smooth transit. The yacht combines vintage lines with modern conveniences: a fully air‑conditioned cabin, private head, galley and onboard WiFi.
Scenic riverway passage
The trip threads Tybee’s riverways en route to downtown Savannah, offering extended shoreline views and a relaxed cruise pace that turns the transit itself into the day's principal scenery.
Docking at Savannah’s historic waterfront
After the river passage the boat docks in downtown Savannah, placing you within easy walking distance of River Street and the city’s historic district for a self‑paced afternoon ashore before the return cruise.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
This is a full‑day, point‑to‑point experience: board Adventure Tybee at Tybee, settle into shaded or air‑conditioned spaces, and let the boat carry you inland through winding marsh and river channels. You’ll disembark in downtown Savannah for an afternoon on River Street and in the historic district, then reboard for a comfortable cruise back to Tybee as the day winds down.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this day trip suits best.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Adventure Tybee is equipped with a fully air‑conditioned cabin, a private head (bathroom), a full galley and refrigerator, premium indoor/outdoor sound and onboard WiFi.
Lounging options include a bow sundeck and shaded seating under the bimini; the boat’s twin inboards deliver reliable performance during the river passage.
The vessel’s full galley and refrigerator allow for storage and preparation aboard; a private head is available for passenger use during the outing.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Downtown Savannah Day Trip?
The experience is an eight‑hour, full‑day trip.
How many people can the boat carry?
The outing is limited to six passengers.
What boat will we be on?
You’ll travel aboard Adventure Tybee, a 1986 Chris Craft 382 Sportfishing vessel.
What onboard amenities are available?
The boat has a fully air‑conditioned cabin, a private head (bathroom), a full galley with refrigerator, indoor and outdoor speakers and onboard WiFi.
How fast does the boat cruise?
The vessel cruises at approximately 18 knots, powered by twin 350 HP Crusader inboard engines.
Where does the trip go in Savannah?
The cruise docks in downtown Savannah at the historic waterfront, providing access to River Street and the surrounding historic district.
Who operates the Downtown Savannah Day Trip?
The operator identified for the outing is Side Quest Charters.