BEAUFORT DINNER BOAT FIELD GUIDE
Sunset Fiesta Buffet: Two Hours of Mexican Flavors and Crystal Coast Light
A two-hour sunset dinner cruise departing from Beaufort’s Town Docks that pairs bold Mexican-style buffet fare with iconic coastal views—this guide explains what to expect and how to plan.
Sunset Fiesta Buffet: Two Hours of Mexican Flavors and Crystal Coast Light.
Embark on a breathtaking two-hour sunset cruise from Beaufort along the tranquil waters of the Crystal Coast. The Wednesday Fiesta Night Buffet pairs casual, cruise-style seating and attentive service with a Mexican-inspired buffet and iconic coastal vistas; whether the vessel sails or remains dockside, the evening is built around food, views and relaxed pacing.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Iconic Crystal Coast Vistas at Sunset
The cruise delivers expansive coastal views during a two-hour sunset run along the Crystal Coast, a setting that defines the evening whether guests remain dockside or are underway.
Fiesta Night Buffet with Hearty Sides
The onboard buffet leans into Mexican-inspired flavors and includes a plated menu featuring steak tips with gravy over rice, green beans, loaded mashed potatoes, a dinner roll and sweet tea—designed to be casual, filling and suitable for a variety of palates.
Rain-or-Shine Operations and Climate-Controlled Comfort
Cruises operate rain or shine with climate-controlled indoor decks; if weather prevents sailing the company provides full dockside dining and may keep the vessel at the dock for safety while still delivering the dinner service and entertainment.
What the day feels like
What the Cruise Feels Like
After booking you’ll receive boarding times and directions by email; on arrival the captain greets guests and shows them to cruise-style seating, and passengers are free to explore the yacht. As the vessel departs a brief safety announcement is made, servers and crew provide attentive service throughout, and the two-hour pacing leaves room for sunset views, a relaxed dinner and onboard mingling.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this evening suits — and when to consider alternatives.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Dress is casual; bring your reservation confirmation (boarding times and directions are emailed after booking). The vessel has climate-controlled indoor decks, and seating is assigned at booking so choose seats when you reserve.
Alcoholic beverages are available for purchase; staff including captains, servers and bartenders provide service throughout the cruise.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Fiesta Night Buffet cruise?
The dinner cruise runs for two hours.
Where does the cruise depart?
Boarding is at the Crystal Coast Lady departure at Beaufort Town Docks, 600 Front Street in Beaufort, NC.
What is the cancellation policy?
You must cancel at least 24 hours prior to departure for a refund or rescheduling; special events and limited cruises are non-refundable, and missed cruises are not refunded.
What happens if weather prevents sailing?
Cruises operate rain or shine; vessels have climate-controlled indoor decks and if conditions prevent sailing you will still receive full dockside dining and entertainment—severe weather may lead the captain to alter plans for safety.
Are there minimums or age-based fares?
Yes: adult fares (ages 11–64) and child fares (ages 3–11) apply; infants two and under ride free. A minimum equivalent to 15 adult fares is required for lunch and dinner cruises.
What if the vessel does not depart the dock?
If the vessel does not depart, you will be issued a 35% voucher for the dinner cruise that can be applied toward future cruises.