- Departs From: Deering Estate
- Sat.
- 4 Hours
- Boat Cruise
Depart from Deering Estate and experience Biscayne National Park in a new light!
Quick Details
Depart Location: Dante Fascell Visitor Center in Homestead, FL
Duration: 1.5 hours
Start Time: 5:00 PM
Age Limit: All Ages are Welcomed
Important Information:
- This is a private boat cruise for up to 6 passengers.
- All guests will be provided with a parking decal for after-hours parking. Please make sure to leave this decal in your vehicle dashboard.
- All minors must be accompanied by an adult.
- Before completing your booking, make sure to read our Cancellation Policy.
- Please read all the information below including the drop-down menus to learn more about this trip.
Embark on an adventure with us for a private evening cruise into the beautiful realm of Biscayne Bay! Pack your favorite snacks and drinks to add a personal touch to your journey. Delight in a captivating hour and a half, where you can learn about your National Park Come aboard for an evening of exploration and relaxation!
All ages are welcome!
All minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Trips Depart Dante Fascell Visitor Center at 5:00 PM and return at 6:30 PM.
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This program will depart from Convoy Point located at the Dante Fascell Visitor Center in Homestead, FL. 9700 SW 328th Street Sir Lancelot Jones Way Homestead, FL 33033. Please arrive 30 mins before your trip. Check out our Transportation Page to learn more about transportation options for this location.
You will check-in in the bookstore that’s located on the second floor right next to the visitor center.
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This Biscayne cruise is great for all ages. We do ask to keep an eye on younger passengers in your group to ensure everyone’s safety.
All minors must be accompanied by an adult.
This program has movements that could cause problems for pregnant women, those with recent surgeries or back injuries, and can cause motion/sea sickness. To best accommodate you and make your trip safe and enjoyable, please make a note in your reservation or privately notify our captain or mate if:
- You have any recent surgeries
- You have any back injuries
- You have any medical conditions
- You are prone to motion/sea sickness
- You are pregnant
- You have any other concerns regarding your safety and health
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What equipment is provided during the program?
- There are emergency life jackets on the boat.
Boat Information
- The boat used for our Private option of this trip can hold a maximum of 6 passengers. Due to Coast Guard regulations, we cannot exceed the 6 passenger maximum on the boat. Infants and children are also included in the passenger count.
- The boat will have a max of 30 passengers. We highly recommended using the bathroom in the visitor center before departing. During the trip, the boat stays in the bay the whole time.
There is a cooler with extra water on the boat, you will be able to use it to refill your water bottle. While cruising in the bay, especially on a windy day, there’s a chance that water will splash into the boat; we highly suggest storing anything that you don’t wish to get wet in a drybag.
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Online waivers will be sent with the booking confirmation. No printing necessary. You can even complete the waivers on your phone! Adults over the age of 18 must complete and submit their own waiver. Minors ages 17 and younger must have a parent or legal guardian complete and submit a waiver on behalf of the minor. For snorkeling activities there are separate waivers for adults and minors, please be sure you are completing the appropriate waiver. All minors must be accompanied by an adult. To complete the waiver process, you will need to confirm your email address through and email that will be sent by Smartwaiver.
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Can we park after closing time?
- You will be given a decal for your vehicle to let park law enforcement know that you’re on a Sunset Cruise and that you’re allowed to park after hours for that trip.