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Boat tours of various types are available out of Savannah and the marshes and coast nearby.

Basic narrated river cruises up and down the Savannah River are the easiest to access from Savannah. Dolphin or sightseeing tours out of Savannah or Tybee Island are also available.

If you want to see more of the region’s landscape and nature a charter tour of the creeks and rivers between Savannah and Tybee Island or down the coast is worth considering, though this is usually a more expensive option than scheduled public tours.

See also: – Savannah’s must-see sights – Attractions and sights in Savannah and nearby – Wildlife preserves and nature attractions near Savannah – Savannah’s events by month: January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December

Availability may vary by season, and specific tours may be withdrawn without notice. Please verify all details with the respective company or guide before planning your trip.

Public Tours & Excursions

Sightseeing & other boat tours from savannah.

Narrated Harbor Sightseeing Cruise, 1hr30 . With Savannah Riverboat Cruises. Narrated riverboat tour of the Savannah River to Fort Jackson. Available year-round; daily April-October. Adults $32.95, children (5-12) $19.95, young children (0-4) free. March-November also available as a lunch cruise with buffet: adults from $49.95, children from $26.95. Call 912-232-6404 for tickets or book online; walk-up ticket sales are also usually available for the sightseeing cruise. More details

Savannah Port Tour, 1hr30 . With Outside Savannah. Boat tour of the Savannah riverfront and the operations of the Georgia Ports Authority. Available daily. Adults $65, children (2-12) $45, young children (0-1) free. Call 843-686-6996 for reservations or book online. More details

Savannah National Wildlife Refuge Excursion, 3hrs . With Outside Savannah. Boat tour of the history of the Savannah riverfront and the Georgia Ports Authority, and of the wildlife and natural scenery of the Savannah National Wildlife Refuge. Available daily. Adults $85, children (2-12) $55, young children (0-1) free. Call 843-686-6996 for reservations or book online. More details

Sunset Cruise, 2hrs . With Savannah Riverboat Cruises. Sunset cruise on the Savannah River aboard a large riverboat, with music and dancing. Food and drink available for purchase. Available daily, April-October. Adults $43.95, children (5-12) $27.95; $2 surcharge on Saturdays and holidays. Call 912-232-6404 for reservations or book online. More details

Sunday Brunch Cruise, 1hr30 . With Savannah Riverboat Cruises. Narrated boat tour of the Savannah River aboard a large riverboat, with southern-style brunch buffet. Available on Sundays. Adults $63.95, children (5-12) $38.95, young children (0-4) free; holiday surcharge applies on some dates. Call 912-232-6404 for reservations or book online. More details

Dinner Entertainment Cruise, 2hrs . With Savannah Riverboat Cruises. Evening cruise on the Savannah River aboard a large riverboat, with buffet, music and dancing. Available daily, year-round. Sunday-Friday: adults $76.95, children (5-12) $39.95, young children (0-4) free. Saturdays and holidays: adults $99.95, children (5-12) $52.95. Call 912-232-6404 for reservations or book online. More details

Monday Gospel Dinner Cruise, 2hrs . With Savannah Riverboat Cruises. Riverboat cruise on the Savannah River with gospel entertainers and southern-style buffet. Available Mondays, April-October and some dates in December. Adults $63.95, children (5-12) $39.95, young children (0-4) free. Call 912-232-6404 for reservations or book online. More details

Dolphin & Sightseeing Tours From Tybee Island

Dolphin Tour, 1hr (pet-friendly, 20lb limit) . Departs from Lazaretto Creek Marina, Tybee Island. Captain Mike’s Dolphin Tours Sightseeing and dolphin-watching boat tours of the estuary north of Tybee Island. Adults $25, children (3-11) $15, young children (0-2) $5. Call 855-436-5744 or book online. Walk-ups sometimes available

Daytime Dolphin Tour, 1hr-1hr30 . Departs from Lazaretto Creek Marina, Tybee Island. Tybee Dolphin Adventure Sightseeing and dolphin-watching boat tour of the north Tybee Island area. Adults $25, children (3-12) $15, young children (0-2) $5. Reservations recommended, either online or call 912-658-2322.

Sunset Dolphin Tour, 1hr-1hr30 . Departs from Lazaretto Creek Marina, Tybee Island. Tybee Dolphin Adventure Sunset cruise of the waters north of Tybee Island. Adults $35, children (3-12) $20, young children (0-2) $5. Reservations recommended, either online or call 912-658-2322.

Sunset Tour, 1hr15 (pet-friendly, 20lb limit) . Departs from Lazaretto Creek Marina, Tybee Island. Captain Mike’s Dolphin Tours Seasonal sunset cruises. Adults $35, children (3-11) $20, young children (0-2) $5. Call 855-436-5744 or book online. Walk-ups sometimes available

Private Tours & Excursions

Several boat tour and charter companies in the Savannah and Tybee Island area offer suggested trips to the region’s best nature spots and barrier islands, an overview of which is given below (follow the links for details of specific tours to each destination).

Other charter companies will usually also be able to arrange similar tours for your group, or an excursion to any other local destination of your choosing.

Boat Tours From Savannah

Private Savannah Outback Adventure, 4hrs30 . With Outside Savannah. Boat tour down the Savannah River and into neighboring marshes, then a kayak tour of the creeks around Page Island. Available most days, with a choice of departure times. $575 for up to 6 passengers, $845 for up to 12, $1075 for up to 16. Call 843-686-6996 for reservations or book online. More details

Private Charter, 1-8hrs . With Outside Savannah. Customizable private boat charters from Savannah. 6-passenger (from $275), 12-passenger (from $445) and 16-passenger (from $930) boats are available. Call 843-686-6996 for reservations or book online. More details

Sunset Cruises From Tybee Island

Dolphin Twilight Tour, 1hr30 . With Sundial Charters. Sunset boat ride to Little Tybee Island. Call 912-786-9470 or book online. $220 for 1-2, plus $20 for each additional adult and $10 for each additional child (0-13) up to a maximum of 6 per boat (3 boats available). More details

Little Tybee Sunset Picnic, 4hrs . With Tybee Island Charters. Evening boat ride to Little Tybee, with picnic dinner on the beach. $600 for 6, additional participants $75 per person. Call 912-786-4801 for reservations. More details

Sunset Cruises From The Skidaway Region

Isle of Hope Sunrise or Sunset Tour (6 max) 3hrs . With Savannah Coastal EcoTours. Sunrise and sunset cruises of the Skidaway River, from Isle of Hope. $300 for up to 4 people, $75 for additional passengers to a maximum of 6. Call 912-220-6092 for reservations. More details

Nature & Sightseeing Excursions To Tybee & Skidaway

A few private boat tours explore the ecology and history of Tybee Island, with sightseeing tours of the island and fossil-hunting excursions for shark teeth and other prehistoric fragments currently available. See Tybee Island boat tours

Nature-oriented boat tours of the inland marshes near Savannah, around the Skidaway River and its larger creeks, are also available, mostly departing from either Isle of Hope or Thunderbolt. See Skidaway tours

Boat Trips To Georgia’s Barrier Islands

The three major barrier islands south of Tybee – Little Tybee, Wassaw and Ossabaw – are readily accessible as a day trip from the Savannah-Tybee region. As none of the islands have road access, a boat (or kayak, or paddleboard) is the only way to get there.

The pristine nature reserve of Little Tybee Island is the easiest to get to, a short boat ride south of Tybee. Several boat excursions are available, either touring the island and exploring its creeks (when tides allow) to see dolphins and birds, or landing, with time on the island’s secluded beaches to relax or look for shells. See Little Tybee boat tours

Further afield are Wassaw National Wildlife Refuge, and Ossabaw Island, the latter privately managed as a nature reserve and cultural site. The large publicly-accessible portion of Wassaw offers beautiful beaches and hiking trails through the island’s forested ridge, and most boat excursions will allow time to venture on land. See boat trips to Wassaw Island

The situation at Ossabaw is slightly more complicated. The beach is accessible to all, with many boat tours touring the island or landing only on these public areas. Access to the interior is controlled by the Ossabaw Island Foundation, and must be arranged either directly with them or via a tour guide, who will arrange access on your behalf. More about visiting Ossabaw Island, and details of available boat tours

Private Charters

Sweet Lowland Tybee Tours Boat charters out of Tybee Island. 2-, 4- and 6-hour trips available, $70 per hour. Sightseeing and dolphin tours around Tybee Island, Skidaway and vicinity or barrier island excursions. Call 912-786-0215 or 912-659-7777 (cell) or email: [email protected] .

Coastal River Charters Departs from Savannah Bend Marina. Sightseeing boat charters, $50 per passenger per hour. Call 912-441-9930 for reservations.

Outside Savannah Private boat charter (1-8 hours) with captain for custom boat trips in the Savannah area. Boats available for up to 6 passengers (1hr $195, 2hrs $325, 3hrs $435, 5hrs $575, additional hours $120 per), up to 12 passengers (1hr $295, 2hrs $460, 3hrs $650, 4hrs $845, additional hours $150 per), and up to 16 passengers (1hr $485, 2hrs $685, 3hrs $880, 4hrs $1075, additional hours $175 per). Call 843-686-6996 for reservations or book online.

Crab Creek Charters (4 max, pet-friendly) Departs from Tybee Island. Custom private boat trips from Tybee Island and to Little Tybee. Call 912-507-4832 or email [email protected] for prices and reservations.

Bull River Cruises (42 max and 17 max) Departs from Hogan’s Marina, Wilmington Island. Boat charters available in higher-capacity vessels for larger groups. Destinations include the Savannah River and Ebenezer Creek, the barrier islands, marshes and Daufuskie Island plus nature and sunset cruises. 17-passenger boat: $145 per hour for 1-12 people or $175 per hour for 13-17. 42-passenger boat: $250 per hour. Reservations required, call 912-898-1800. Individuals and small groups can also be accommodated on some existing bookings.

Yacht Charters

Compass Sailing Departs from Savannah Marina, Wilmington Island. Destinations include the Wilmington River, Wassaw Sound and the ocean. 4 hours $495, or $125 per hour, 4 hour minimum. Call 912-441-3265 or email [email protected] for reservations.

More Things To Do Near Savannah, GA

– Wildlife refuges and state parks – Kayaking in Tybee Island – Beaches – Bonaventure Cemetery – National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force – Fort Jackson – Fort Pulaski – Savannah events – Guided tours of Savannah – Seafood festivals near Savannah – Tybee Island events

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You will receive an incredible experience to see Georgia's historic "First City" and her thriving port from the water's unique perspective. Decked out in traditional red, white and blue these towering riverboats are a staple along Savannah's historic riverfront.  

Hear our Captain’s intriguing tales and historic facts about our modern port and the ships that visit from all over the world. Then make your way down river to Old Fort Jackson, home of one of the largest and oldest original artillery pieces in the country! Take advantage of the great photo opportunities of Savannah’s historic riverfront and skyline. Bar & Grille available on top deck.

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Stop At: Savannah Riverboat Cruises, 9 E River St, Savannah, Georgia 31401

Decorated in traditional riverboat red, white, and blue, floating palaces continue to transport visitors back to a time when elegance and relaxation were expected from river travel. The sightseeing cruises have a live guide.

Both riverboats offer a glass-enclosed climate-controlled dining and observation deck with panoramic views, open-air patio, and has numerous bench seats that line the upper decks for incredible city views and plenty of sunshine.. Anytime is a good time for a cruise down the river. 

Come and enjoy Savannah’s only riverboat tour experience!

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Pass By: Old Fort Jackson, 1 Fort Jackson Rd, Savannah, Georgia 31404

Make your way down river to Old Fort Jackson, home of one of the largest and oldest original artillery pieces in the country! Take advantage of the great photo opportunities of Savannah’s historic riverfront and skyline.

Pass By: Historic River Street, River St., Savannah, Georgia 31401

A broad waterfront promenade lined with shopping, dining, and entertainment venues, River Street is one of the main arteries of the historic city.

• Reservations are REQUIRED for all bookings
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• Departure point: Detailed check-in instructions - including the address and parking information if applicable - will be included in your final confirmation email.
• Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes (Approx.)
• Return Details: Returns to original departure point

What's Included

• Bar & Grille on top deck
• Hear the Captain’s tales and historic facts about our modern port and the visiting ships
• Take advantage of the great photo opportunities of Savannah’s historic riverfront and skyline
• Fully Narrated Cruise
• 90-Minute Savannah Riverboat Cruise
• Gratuities (Optional)
• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• *THIS CRUISE DOES NOT INCLUDE LUNCH BUFFET* please see luncheon cruise

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• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Riverboats do not have a dress code
• Boarding ramps and main decks of each vessel are accessible by wheelchairs
• The main deck of the Savannah River Queen is handicapped accessible, but restrooms are not
• Yes, smoking is allowed, but only on the outside decks. No smoking is allowed anywhere on the interior cabin of the boat
• A cash bar is available on all cruises for the purchase of alcoholic beverages; minimum drinking age is 21 years
• No walking is required for our tour
• The boarding ramps and main decks of each vessel are accessible by wheelchairs. The Georgia Queen is handicapped accessible and is outfitted with a passenger elevator and handicapped accessible restrooms. The main deck of the Savannah River Queen is handicapped accessible, but restrooms are not. Please contact our ticket office with questions.
• YOU MUST ALLOW AN EXTRA 30-60 MINUTES TO FIND PARKING IN DOWNTOWN SAVANNAH. YOU WILL NOT BE OFFERED A REFUND IF YOU MISS THE BOAT.

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The Company will retain Your Personal Data only for as long as is necessary for the purposes set out in this Privacy Policy. We will retain and use Your Personal Data to the extent necessary to comply with our legal obligations (for example, if we are required to retain your data to comply with applicable laws), resolve disputes, and enforce our legal agreements and policies.

The Company will also retain Usage Data for internal analysis purposes. Usage Data is generally retained for a shorter period of time, except when this data is used to strengthen the security or to improve the functionality of Our Service, or We are legally obligated to retain this data for longer time periods.

Transfer of Your Personal Data

Your information, including Personal Data, is processed at the Company’s operating offices and in any other places where the parties involved in the processing are located. It means that this information may be transferred to — and maintained on — computers located outside of Your state, province, country or other governmental jurisdiction where the data protection laws may differ than those from Your jurisdiction.

Your consent to this Privacy Policy followed by Your submission of such information represents Your agreement to that transfer.

The Company will take all steps reasonably necessary to ensure that Your data is treated securely and in accordance with this Privacy Policy and no transfer of Your Personal Data will take place to an organization or a country unless there are adequate controls in place including the security of Your data and other personal information.

Disclosure of Your Personal Data

Business Transactions If the Company is involved in a merger, acquisition or asset sale, Your Personal Data may be transferred. We will provide notice before Your Personal Data is transferred and becomes subject to a different Privacy Policy.

Law enforcement Under certain circumstances, the Company may be required to disclose Your Personal Data if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g. a court or a government agency).

Other legal requirements The Company may disclose Your Personal Data in the good faith belief that such action is necessary to:

• Comply with a legal obligation
• Protect and defend the rights or property of the Company
• Prevent or investigate possible wrongdoing in connection with the Service
• Protect the personal safety of Users of the Service or the public
• Protect against legal liability

Security of Your Personal Data

The security of Your Personal Data is important to Us, but remember that no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While We strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect Your Personal Data, We cannot guarantee its absolute security.

Detailed Information on the Processing of Your Personal Data

Service Providers have access to Your Personal Data only to perform their tasks on Our behalf and are obligated not to disclose or use it for any other purpose.

Analytics We may use third-party Service providers to monitor and analyze the use of our Service.

• Google Analytics Google Analytics is a web analytics service offered by Google that tracks and reports website traffic. Google uses the data collected to track and monitor the use of our Service. This data is shared with other Google services. Google may use the collected data to contextualize and personalize the ads of its own advertising network. You can opt-out of having made your activity on the Service available to Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on. The add-on prevents the Google Analytics JavaScript (ga.js, analytics.js, and dc.js) from sharing information with Google Analytics about visits activity. For more information on the privacy practices of Google, please visit the Google Privacy & Terms web page:  https://policies. google .com/privacy?hl=en .

Email Marketing We may use Your Personal Data to contact You with newsletters, marketing or promotional materials, and other information that may be of interest to You. You may opt-out of receiving any, or all, of these communications from Us by following the unsubscribe link or instructions provided in any email We send or by contacting Us.

Behavioral Remarketing The Company uses remarketing services to advertise on third party websites to You after You visited our Service. We and Our third-party vendors use cookies to inform, optimize, and serve ads based on Your past visits to our Service.

• Google Ads (AdWords) Google Ads (AdWords) remarketing service is provided by Google Inc. You can opt-out of Google Analytics for Display Advertising and customize the Google Display Network ads by visiting the Google Ads Settings page:  http://www.google.com/settings/ads . Google also recommends installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on –  https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout  – for your web browser. Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on provides visitors with the ability to prevent their data from being collected and used by Google Analytics. For more information on the privacy practices of Google, please visit the Google Privacy & Terms web page:  https://policies.google.com/privacy?hl=en .
• Microsoft Advertising (Bing Ads) Remarketing Bing Ads remarketing service is provided by Microsoft Inc. You can opt-out of Bing Ads interest-based ads by following their instructions:  https://advertise.bingads.microsoft.com/en-us/resources/policies/personalized-ads . You can learn more about the privacy practices and policies of Microsoft by visiting their Privacy Policy page:  https://privacy.microsoft.com/en-us/PrivacyStatement .
• Twitter Twitter remarketing service is provided by Twitter Inc. You can opt-out from Twitter’s interest-based ads by following their instructions:  https://support.twitter.com/articles/20170405 . You can learn more about the privacy practices and policies of Twitter by visiting their Privacy Policy page:  https://twitter.com/privacy .
• Facebook Facebook remarketing service is provided by Facebook Inc. You can learn more about interest-based advertising from Facebook by visiting this page:  https://www.facebook.com/help /1649686938 37950 . To opt-out from Facebook’s interest-based ads, follow these instructions from Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/help /5681374933 02217 . Facebook adheres to the Self-Regulatory Principles for Online Behavioural Advertising established by the Digital Advertising Alliance. You can also opt-out from Facebook and other participating companies through the Digital Advertising Alliance in the USA  http://www.aboutads.info/choices/ , the Digital Advertising Alliance of Canada in Canada  http://youradchoices.ca/  or the European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance in Europe  http://www.youronlinechoices.eu/ , or opt-out using your mobile device settings. For more information on the privacy practices of Facebook, please visit Facebook’s Data Policy:  https://www.facebook.com/privacy/explanation .
• AdRoll AdRoll remarketing service is provided by Semantic Sugar, Inc. You can opt-out of AdRoll remarketing by visiting this AdRoll Advertising Preferences web page:  http://info.evidon.com/pub_info/573?v=1&nt=1&nw=false . For more information on the privacy practices of AdRoll, please visit the AdRoll Privacy Policy web page:  http://www.adroll.com/about/privacy
• Perfect Audience Perfect Audience remarketing service is provided by NowSpots Inc. You can opt-out of Perfect Audience remarketing by visiting these pages: Platform Opt-out (http://pixel.prfct.co/coo) and Partner Opt-out (http://ib.adnxs.com/optout). For more information on the privacy practices of Perfect Audience, please visit the Perfect Audience Privacy Policy & Opt-out web page:  https://www.perfectaudience.com/privacy/index.html .

We may provide paid products and/or services within the Service. In that case, we may use third-party services for payment processing (e.g. payment processors).

We will not store or collect Your payment card details. That information is provided directly to Our third-party payment processors whose use of Your personal information is governed by their Privacy Policy. These payment processors adhere to the standards set by PCI-DSS as managed by the PCI Security Standards Council, which is a joint effort of brands like Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. PCI-DSS requirements help ensure the secure handling of payment information.

• Stripe Their Privacy Policy can be viewed at  https://stripe.com/us/privacy .

When You use Our Service to pay for a product and/or service via bank transfer, We may ask You to provide information to facilitate this transaction and to verify Your identity.

GDPR Privacy

Legal Basis for Processing Personal Data under GDPR We may process Personal Data under the following conditions:

• Consent:  You have given Your consent for processing Personal Data for one or more specific purposes.
• Performance of a contract:  Provision of Personal Data is necessary for the performance of an agreement with You and/or for any pre-contractual obligations thereof.
• Legal obligations:  Processing Personal Data is necessary for compliance with a legal obligation to which the Company is subject.
• Vital interests:  Processing Personal Data is necessary in order to protect Your vital interests or of another natural person.
• Public interests:  Processing Personal Data is related to a task that is carried out in the public interest or in the exercise of official authority vested in the Company.
• Legitimate interests:  Processing Personal Data is necessary for the purposes of the legitimate interests pursued by the Company.

In any case, the Company will gladly help to clarify the specific legal basis that applies to the processing, and in particular whether the provision of Personal Data is a statutory or contractual requirement, or a requirement necessary to enter into a contract.

Your Rights under the GDPR The Company undertakes to respect the confidentiality of Your Personal Data and to guarantee You can exercise Your rights.

You have the right under this Privacy Policy, and by law, if You are within the EU, to:

• Request access to Your Personal Data.   The right to access, update, or delete the information We have on You. Whenever made possible, you can access, update, or request the deletion of Your Personal Data directly within Your account settings section. If you are unable to perform these actions yourself, please contact Us to assist You. This also enables You to receive a copy of the Personal Data We hold about You.
• Request correction of the Personal Data that We hold about You.   You have the right to have any incomplete or inaccurate information We hold about You corrected.
• Object to processing of Your Personal Data.   This right exists where We are relying on legitimate interest as the legal basis for Our processing and there is something about Your particular situation, which makes You want to object to our processing of Your Personal Data on this ground. You also have the right to object where We are processing Your Personal Data for direct marketing purposes.
• Request erasure of Your Personal Data.   You have the right to ask Us to delete or remove Personal Data when there is no good reason for Us to continue processing it.
• Request the transfer of Your Personal Data.   We will provide to You, or to a third-party You have chosen, Your Personal Data in a structured, commonly used, machine-readable format. Please note that this right only applies to automated information which You initially provided consent for Us to use or where We used the information to perform a contract with You.
• Withdraw Your consent.   You have the right to withdraw Your consent on using your Personal Data. If You withdraw Your consent, We may not be able to provide You with access to certain specific functionalities of the Service.

Exercising of Your GDPR Data Protection Rights You may exercise Your rights of access, rectification, cancellation, and opposition by contacting Us. Please note that we may ask You to verify Your identity before responding to such requests. If You make a request, We will try our best to respond to You as soon as possible.

You have the right to complain to a Data Protection Authority about Our collection and use of Your Personal Data. For more information, if You are in the European Economic Area (EEA), please contact Your local data protection authority in the EEA.

Facebook Fan Page

Data Controller for the Facebook Fan Page The Company is the Data Controller of Your Personal Data collected while using the Service. As the operator of our Facebook Fan Page, the Company and the operator of the social network Facebook are Joint Controllers.

The Company has entered into agreements with Facebook that define the terms for use of the Facebook Fan Page, among other things. These terms are mostly based on the Facebook Terms of Service:  https://www.facebook.com/terms.php .

Visit the Facebook Privacy Policy  https://www.facebook.com/policy.php  for more information about how Facebook manages Personal data or contact Facebook online, or by mail: Facebook, Inc. ATTN, Privacy Operations, 1601 Willow Road, Menlo Park, CA 94025, United States.

Facebook Insights We use the Facebook Insights function in connection with the operation of the Facebook Fan Page and on the basis of the GDPR, in order to obtain anonymized statistical data about Our users.

For this purpose, Facebook places a Cookie on the device of the user visiting Our Facebook Fan Page. Each Cookie contains a unique identifier code and remains active for a period of two years, except when it is deleted before the end of this period.

Facebook receives, records and processes the information stored in the Cookie, especially when the user visits the Facebook services, services that are provided by other members of the Facebook Fan Page and services by other companies that use Facebook services.

For more information on the privacy practices of Facebook, please visit Facebook Privacy Policy here:  https://www.facebook.com/full_data_use_policy .

CCPA Privacy

Your Rights under the CCPA Under this Privacy Policy, and by law if You are a resident of California, You have the following rights:

• The right to notice.   You must be properly notified which categories of Personal Data are being collected and the purposes for which the Personal Data is being used.
• The right to access / the right to request.   The CCPA permits You to request and obtain from the Company information regarding the disclosure of Your Personal Data that has been collected in the past 12 months by the Company or its subsidiaries to a third-party for the third party’s direct marketing purposes.
• The right to say no to the sale of Personal Data.   You also have the right to ask the Company not to sell Your Personal Data to third parties. You can submit such a request by visiting our “Do Not Sell My Personal Information” section or web page.
• The categories of Personal Data collected
• The sources from which the Personal Data was collected
• The business or commercial purpose for collecting or selling the Personal Data
• Categories of third parties with whom We share Personal Data
• The specific pieces of Personal Data we collected about You
• The right to delete Personal Data.   You also have the right to request the deletion of Your Personal Data that has been collected in the past 12 months.
• Denying goods or services to You
• Charging different prices or rates for goods or services, including the use of discounts or other benefits or imposing penalties
• Providing a different level or quality of goods or services to You
• Suggesting that You will receive a different price or rate for goods or services or a different level or quality of goods or services.

Exercising Your CCPA Data Protection Rights In order to exercise any of Your rights under the CCPA, and if you are a California resident, You can email or call us or visit our “Do Not Sell My Personal Information” section or web page.

The Company will disclose and deliver the required information free of charge within 45 days of receiving Your verifiable request. The time period to provide the required information may be extended once by an additional 45 days when reasonably necessary and with prior notice.

Do Not Sell My Personal Information

We do not sell personal information. However, the Service Providers we partner with (for example, our advertising partners) may use technology on the Service that “sells” personal information as defined by the CCPA law.

If you wish to opt out of the use of your personal information for interest-based advertising purposes and these potential sales as defined under CCPA law, you may do so by following the instructions below.

Please note that any opt-out is specific to the browser You use. You may need to opt-out on every browser that you use.

Website You can opt-out of receiving ads that are personalized as served by our Service Providers by following our instructions presented on the Service:

• From their “Cookie Consent” notice banner
• Or from their “CCPA Opt-out” notice banner
• Or from their “Do Not Sell My Personal Information” notice banner
• Or from their “Do Not Sell My Personal Information” link

The opt out will place a cookie on Your computer that is unique to the browser You use to opt out. If you change browsers or delete the cookies saved by your browser, you will need to opt out again.

Mobile Devices Your mobile device may give you the ability to opt out of the use of information about the apps you use in order to serve you ads that are targeted to your interests:

• “Opt out of Interest-Based Ads” or “Opt out of Ads Personalization” on Android devices
• “Limit Ad Tracking” on iOS devices

You can also stop the collection of location information from Your mobile device by changing the preferences on your mobile device.

“Do Not Track” Policy as Required by California Online Privacy Protection Act (CalOPPA)

Our Service does not respond to Do Not Track signals.

However, some third party websites do keep track of Your browsing activities. If You are visiting such websites, You can set Your preferences in Your web browser to inform websites that You do not want to be tracked. You can enable or disable DNT by visiting the preferences or settings page of Your web browser.

Children’s Privacy

Our Service does not address anyone under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from anyone under the age of 13. If You are a parent or guardian and You are aware that Your child has provided Us with Personal Data, please contact Us. If We become aware that We have collected Personal Data from anyone under the age of 13 without verification of parental consent, We take steps to remove that information from Our servers.

Your California Privacy Rights (California’s Shine the Light law)

Under California Civil Code Section 1798 (California’s Shine the Light law), California residents with an established business relationship with us can request information once a year about sharing their Personal Data with third parties for the third parties’ direct marketing purposes.

If you’d like to request more information under the California Shine the Light law, You can contact Us using the contact information provided below.

California Privacy Rights for Minor Users (California Business and Professions Code Section 22581)

California Business and Professions Code section 22581 allows California residents under the age of 18 who are registered users of online sites, services, or applications to request and obtain removal of content or information they have publicly posted.

To request removal of such data, and if you are a California resident, You can contact Us using the contact information provided below, and include the email address associated with Your account.

Be aware that Your request does not guarantee complete or comprehensive removal of content or information posted online and that the law may not permit or require removal in certain circumstances.

Links to Other Websites

Our Service may contain links to other websites that are not operated by Us. If You click on a third party link, You will be directed to that third party’s site. We strongly advise You to review the Privacy Policy of every site You visit.

We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies or practices of any third party sites or services.

Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify You of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page.

You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes to this Privacy Policy are effective when they are posted on this page.

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Sorting, ranking, and search results

Cool Savannah wants to make your searches as relevant as possible. That's why we offer many ways to help you find the right experiences for you.

On some pages, you can select how to sort the results we display and also use filter options to see only those search results that meet your chosen preferences. You'll see explanations of what those sort options mean when you select them.

If you see a Badge of Excellence label, the award is based on average review ratings, share of bookings with a review, and number of bookings through Cool Savannah over a 12-month period.

The importance of any one factor over any other in a sort order varies, and the balance is constantly being reviewed and adjusted. We're always updating our systems and testing new ways to refine and improve your results to make them as relevant as possible to meet your needs.

Accessibility

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Cool Savannah Accessibility Statement

Accessibility Statement

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Compliance status

Screen-reader and keyboard navigation.

• Screen-reader optimization: we run a background process that learns the website’s components from top to bottom, to ensure ongoing compliance even when updating the website. In this process, we provide screen-readers with meaningful data using the ARIA set of attributes. For example, we provide accurate form labels; descriptions for actionable icons (social media icons, search icons, cart icons, etc.); validation guidance for form inputs; element roles such as buttons, menus, modal dialogues (popups), and others. Additionally, the background process scans all of the website’s images and provides an accurate and meaningful image-object-recognition-based description as an ALT (alternate text) tag for images that are not described. It will also extract texts that are embedded within the image, using an OCR (optical character recognition) technology. To turn on screen-reader adjustments at any time, users need only to press the Alt+1 keyboard combination. Screen-reader users also get automatic announcements to turn the Screen-reader mode on as soon as they enter the website.These adjustments are compatible with all popular screen readers, including JAWS and NVDA.
• Keyboard navigation optimization: The background process also adjusts the website’s HTML, and adds various behaviors using JavaScript code to make the website operable by the keyboard. This includes the ability to navigate the website using the Tab and Shift+Tab keys, operate dropdowns with the arrow keys, close them with Esc, trigger buttons and links using the Enter key, navigate between radio and checkbox elements using the arrow keys, and fill them in with the Spacebar or Enter key.Additionally, keyboard users will find quick-navigation and content-skip menus, available at any time by clicking Alt+1, or as the first elements of the site while navigating with the keyboard. The background process also handles triggered popups by moving the keyboard focus towards them as soon as they appear, and not allow the focus drift outside of it.Users can also use shortcuts such as “M” (menus), “H” (headings), “F” (forms), “B” (buttons), and “G” (graphics) to jump to specific elements.

Disability profiles supported in our website

• Epilepsy Safe Mode: this profile enables people with epilepsy to use the website safely by eliminating the risk of seizures that result from flashing or blinking animations and risky color combinations.
• Visually Impaired Mode: this mode adjusts the website for the convenience of users with visual impairments such as Degrading Eyesight, Tunnel Vision, Cataract, Glaucoma, and others.
• Cognitive Disability Mode: this mode provides different assistive options to help users with cognitive impairments such as Dyslexia, Autism, CVA, and others, to focus on the essential elements of the website more easily.
• ADHD Friendly Mode: this mode helps users with ADHD and Neurodevelopmental disorders to read, browse, and focus on the main website elements more easily while significantly reducing distractions.
• Blindness Mode: this mode configures the website to be compatible with screen-readers such as JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver, and TalkBack. A screen-reader is software for blind users that is installed on a computer and smartphone, and websites must be compatible with it.
• Keyboard Navigation Profile (Motor-Impaired): this profile enables motor-impaired persons to operate the website using the keyboard Tab, Shift+Tab, and the Enter keys. Users can also use shortcuts such as “M” (menus), “H” (headings), “F” (forms), “B” (buttons), and “G” (graphics) to jump to specific elements.

Additional UI, design, and readability adjustments

• Font adjustments – users, can increase and decrease its size, change its family (type), adjust the spacing, alignment, line height, and more.
• Color adjustments – users can select various color contrast profiles such as light, dark, inverted, and monochrome. Additionally, users can swap color schemes of titles, texts, and backgrounds, with over 7 different coloring options.
• Animations – epileptic users can stop all running animations with the click of a button. Animations controlled by the interface include videos, GIFs, and CSS flashing transitions.
• Content highlighting – users can choose to emphasize important elements such as links and titles. They can also choose to highlight focused or hovered elements only.
• Audio muting – users with hearing devices may experience headaches or other issues due to automatic audio playing. This option lets users mute the entire website instantly.
• Cognitive disorders – we utilize a search engine that is linked to Wikipedia and Wiktionary, allowing people with cognitive disorders to decipher meanings of phrases, initials, slang, and others.
• Additional functions – we provide users the option to change cursor color and size, use a printing mode, enable a virtual keyboard, and many other functions.

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Riverboat Cruises in Savannah, GA

Join our savannah boat tours.

Come aboard the River Explorer, conveniently located on River Street in downtown Savannah. Join us on sightseeing eco-tours of the Lowcountry and cruise the river, pass containerships, and take in the sights and wildlife as you head to the Port of Savannah. Ready for a fun Savannah adventure? Book your cruises from Savannah, Georgia online below!

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Dolphin Eco Tour Cruise

Come aboard the River Explorer and learn the history of Savannah and its surrounding waterways as you head out in search of our local Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphins. Book your dolphin tour in Savannah online today!

• Clock 1.5 Hours

Port Tour of Savannah

Learn about the history of the Port of Savannah and what it has done for the state of Georgia, and all of America. No Savannah port tour is alike since the Port of Savannah is changing everyday! Book your tour online.

Sunset Dolphin Eco Tour Cruise

The only thing that could make a day spent in Savannah better is to finish it off on the water with a breathtaking sunset surrounded by the natural beauty of the Lowcountry waterways! Book your sunset cruise in Savannah, GA online today.

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Private Charters

Savannah Harbor Cruises offers private charters. Our vessel is perfect for groups of up to 49 passengers. Fill out an inquiry for pricing and availability today!

• Clock 2.5 Hours

July 4th Fireworks Cruise

Come celebrate America’s Birthday with the crew aboard the River Explorer! Savannah, being the first planned city in America, really knows how to throw a good party. Book your Savannah riverboat cruise with us online!

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Savannah's Waterfront

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Savannah’s Only Riverboat Tours & Dining Experience: Narrated Harbor Sightseeing Cruise, Luncheon Cruise, Brunch Cruise, Dinner Entertainment Cruise, Sunset Cruise & Gospel Dinner Cruise. Enjoy refreshing river breezes on our new harbor sightseeing tour, savor rich flavors of the South during our new harbor luncheon cruise, relish in a Southern brunch tradition and engage in cultural entertainment, experience fun filled dinners, romantic sunsets and magical moonlight cruises!

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Savannah’s Waterfront

PO Box 2173, Savannah, GA 31402 [email protected]

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Savannah Land & Sea Tour

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• Hour Glass Duration: 3 Hours
• Users Ages: 3+ y/o

Experience Savannah on a Riverboat Cruise & Trolley Tour!

What’s included.

• 90 Minute Fully narrated uninterrupted History Tour aboard Kelly Tours Gray Line’s open-air trolley followed by a 90-minute cruise on the Savannah Riverboat.
• Complimentary pick up only at Historic District Hotels and Savannah Visitor Center.

See Savannah by land and water on a guided city trolley tour followed by a sightseeing river cruise. Admire city highlights, including Old Fort Jackson, and enjoy insightful commentary from your guide and captain.

After meeting your guide at Savannah’s Visitor Center, hop into the trolley to begin your tour through the city. As the wind blows through your hair, admire the lush foliage and Victorian mansions as you cruise around town.

Following your trolley tour of historic Savannah, embark on a sightseeing cruise down the Savannah River. During the cruise, experience the river that was – and remains – the lifeblood of Savannah.

Hear the Captain’s intriguing tales and historic facts about Savannah’s modern port and the ships that visit from all over the world. Then it’s downriver to Old Fort Jackson, home to one of the largest and oldest original artillery pieces in the country.

Take advantage of the great photo opportunities of Savannah’s historic riverfront and skyline. Snacks and drinks are available onboard at the Riverboat Snack Shop.

After the tour, cruise back to the dock, enriched by the wide range of beautiful and historical sights that Savannah has to offer. Additionally, the tour has drop-off options to suit your needs, with transportation available to Historic District hotels, City Market, or the Savannah Visitor’s Center.

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• Hop On – Hop Off Services.
• Parking fees at Savannah Visitors Center *(FREE 1st hour & $2.00 each hour following)
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• Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet the requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
• Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.
• Departs from the Savannah Visitors Center at 301 Martin Luther King Blvd.
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There is a short time gap between the trolley tour and River Boat cruise. For the cruise, you must check-in at the River Boat office at 9 E River St before boarding the boat.

Booked this tour on the first day we were in Savannah for the long weekend with my parents, husband , in laws, and brother. It was a great taste of what Savannah has to offer, a way to get familiar with the area, and amazing views. The bus driver was very funny and interactive. What I didn’t know was that their service will pick you up and drop you off at your leisure for the rest of the day and the next day after your tour. Better than an Uber! Loved it !

Great overview trip of the city. We appreciated the ability to call for a ride back to the area we were staying in after exploring the city. The cruise was very relaxing and everyone was nice.

Highly recommend this trip my wife and I had an awesome time our tour guide for the land portion Chris is very knowledgeable and fun and upbeat, had us all laughing. The river portion was just as amazing

Our Land & See tour with Gray Line was a blast! Great way to get acclimated with Savannah and setup the rest of our trip with a base of knowledge. Dan, our tour guide, was friendly, informative and worked hard for his guests. Strongly recommend!

It was an amazing trip,the trolley took us to so many interesting sites and historical information. The riverboat ride was hot but the breeze helped and they supplied us with water. Everyone was friendly and professional. Narrators kept it fun. Also, it was a pleasant surprise to be able to use the trolley to get from our Hotel to RiverStreet and back. Everyone was so pleasant

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• Hour Glass 5-6 Hours

Savannah to Tybee Island with Dolphin Cruise

Join us for a drive out to Tybee Island where we will eat a delicious lunch, board a dolphin cruise, see our famous lighthouse, and enjoy some free time on the beach.

• Users 13+ y/o
• Hour Glass 1.5 Hours

The Savannah Underground: An Immersive Ghost Hunt

Prepare to experience a ghost tour like no other! Dive into the city’s dark past and end the tour in the exclusive Savannah Underground for a 40 minute immersive adventure that surrounds you with some of Savannah’s scariest history.

A Savannah Itinerary for Every Traveler

Experience craft cocktails, coastal gardens, and more in this Georgia city.

A little dose of Southern hospitality goes a long way, and the charming city of Savannah has got that in spades. No matter your vacation goals, it has an ideal itinerary that'll fit the bill. Read on to discover what to do, where to stay, and what to eat, whatever type of traveler you may be.

For the Gourmand

The Olde Pink House is a Savannah staple, set in a Colonial mansion dating back to 1771. Choose between the fried-green-tomato salad with applewood bacon, sweet-corn cream, shrimp and grits, and the buffalo-shrimp tacos—then top it off with a piece of pecan pie for dessert. Set in a 19th-century warehouse, Vic's on the River features classic Southern cooking like crawfish beignets, pecan fried flounder, fried chicken, and Old Bay French fries.

The DeSoto Savannah, a hotel in the heart of the Historic District known for hosting four presidents and many a celebrity throughout its 130-year history, is where you'll find the popular Edgar's Proof & Provision . Expect craft cocktails and chef-inspired fare—sipping private-label Edgar's Truth bourbon is almost a rite of passage in Savannah (or you can choose one of the other 120-plus available whiskies).

For the Relaxationist

Savannah Riverboat Cruises has two riverboats each with two climate-controlled decks and an open-air top deck, as well as narrated tours of the harbor. You'll sail down to Old Fort Jackson and back into town over one and a half hours, with plenty of great photo opps of the city's historic riverfront and skyline along the way.

The Eastern Wharf is a walkable 54-acre gathering place with community parks and abundant green space, just perfect for a chill afternoon. Stop for a bite to eat or a refreshing drink (Honeysuckle Gelato is a local favorite, as is Bar Julian , Savannah's tallest rooftop bar), book a rejuvenating treatment at Woodhouse Spa , or take a calming floral workshop at Syd Nichole Fashion + Flowers . And the Park at Eastern Wharf is where you'll find community concerts, yoga classes, cornhole games, and more.

Perhaps the most photographed landmark of Savannah is the Parisian-inspired fountain in Forsyth Park . It's easy to spend hours meandering all 30 acres, marveling at the iconic Spanish moss hanging from the live oak trees, staring at the gorgeous historic homes, and listening to the singing birds. The Garden of Fragrance is an especially nice spot to stop to smell the roses—as it was especially created for the blind to stimulate the olfactory sense. There are also two basketball courts, a canine playground, tennis courts, volleyball nets, and a playing field should you want to kick a soccer ball around. Or visit the farmers market, held every Saturday morning.

For the Outdoor Enthusiast

Head over to Tybee Island , a small coastal community about 18 miles from Historic Savannah that's known for its wide beaches and still-functioning 18th-century lighthouse. Go ahead and climb its 178 steps (it's Georgia's oldest and tallest lighthouse), as you'll be treated to a view of the entire island from up top. Or take a guided kayak tour with Sea Kayak Georgia to check out the surrounding coastal area. To really see the whole island, rent a bicycle from Tim's Bike and Beach Gear —the roads are bike-friendly, and there are plenty of scenic trails to keep you busy.

One of Savannah's best-kept secrets is Skidaway Island State Park , thanks to its miles of nature trails that run through lush forests and salt marshes. There's a scenic campground here for hooking up an RV, or you can rent camper cabins complete with screened porches, air-conditioning, a shower, a kitchen, and bedrooms (you'll just need to bring your own linens, dishes, and cooking utensils). Watch for deer, fiddler crabs, raccoons, egrets, and other birds with binoculars borrowed from the park's interpretive center.

Spend a day at the Coastal Georgia Botanical Gardens and you'll quickly understand why 100,000 visitors flock to this attraction annually. There are a dozen separate gardens on-site, including the Formal Garden (actually four Italian-Renaissance-style gardens, off the back of the visitor center), the Rivers of Iris (with its peak bloom in April and early May), and the Pollinator Garden (where from spring through fall, you'll find bees, hummingbirds, and butterflies).

For the Culture Lover

One of the most interesting aspects of Savannah's rich history is the Gullah Geechee culture, a community of descendants of enslaved Africans who have lived in the area for generations. Learn about their language, traditions, religion, and cuisine from residents who grew up in this community at the Pin Point Heritage Museum , located in a refurbished crab-and-oyster factory on the riverbank.

One great way to get a feel for Savannah is via self-guided or guided tour , where you can peruse cobblestone streets, the riverfront, and well-preserved historic architecture.

Or take the Savannah Trolley Tour , an open-air hop-on/hop-off trolley ride. There are more than 100 points of interest along the 15 stops (it covers all nine miles of the Historic District and the Victorian District, known for its historic homes and elegant architecture), including the Colonial Park Cemetery, the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, Forsyth Park, Lucas Theatre, and City Market. Don't miss Jones Street, the prettiest in Savannah, thanks to its mixture of Federal-, Italianate-, and Romanesque Revival-style homes and its massive, evocative moss-draped live oak trees.

For a hotel stay at one of the most architecturally stunning properties in town, choose The Gastonian , an award-winning bed and breakfast near Forsyth Park. This grand mansion and its impeccable staff deliver Southern charm and hospitality at every turn. Each of the 17 rooms has a clawfoot tub and a working fireplace. You'll have a gourmet made-to-order breakfast each morning, and afternoon hors d'oeuvres and wine are served from 5 to 6:30 p.m daily.

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Travel + Leisure Readers' 10 Favorite River Cruise Lines of 2024

Explore the world's coolest rivers via these 10 spectacular river cruise lines, voted the best by T+L readers in the “World’s Best Awards” survey for 2024.

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Taking a beat, a breath, and a moment to unwind is what travel is all about. And while this can be achieved on every vacation you take, it's always easier on a slow vacation, like the one you'd experience on a magical river cruise. This level of relaxation can really be found in riverways just about anywhere in the world — as long as you choose a winning cruise line like those on this year's World's Best Awards list. Our reader favorites service the waterways of Europe, South America, Asia, and beyond.

Every year for our World's Best Awards survey, T+L asks readers to weigh in on travel experiences around the globe — to share their opinions on the top hotels, resorts, cities, islands, cruise ships, spas, airlines, and more. Over 186,000 T+L readers completed the 2024 survey. A total of more than 700,000 votes were cast across over 8,700 properties (hotels, cities, cruise lines, etc.).

For the cruise category, respondents were asked to rate individual ships; the results were combined to generate scores for cruise lines in different categories based on number of cabins.

Ships were specifically rated on the criteria below:

• Cabins/facilities
• Itineraries/destinations
• Excursions/activities

For each characteristic, respondents could choose a rating of excellent, above average, average, below average, or poor. The final scores are averages of these responses.

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Indeed, slow travel has become all the rage, with Travel + Leisure readers looking to river cruising to help them explore every inch of their destination at a leisurely 8.6 knots per hour.

"Our first river cruise was on Avalon Vista, and that experience turned us on to do more river cruising," one reader wrote about this year's No. 2 river cruise line, Avalon Waterways. "The trip was immediately a hit when we checked into our suite, and there was a bottle of Champagne and a box of chocolates for my birthday. Such a nice touch."

The reader also noted how spectacular the staff, food, and amenities were on board, but particularly called out the unbelievable excursion options, which on Avalon include wine tastings through France, kayaking the canals in Amsterdam, and learning something new with a cooking class through Austria.

But still, there was one river cruise line that captured the hearts of readers even more — their No. 1 pick, Aqua Expeditions. Read on to see what T+L travelers loved most about this line and all the rest who made this year's World's Best list.

Aqua Expeditions

Service. Service. Service. That's what T+L readers praised most about their experience on board Aqua Expeditions. "Exceptional service and staff. Unique excursions and experiences that you could not get anywhere else," one reader said. "It's hard to describe the casual luxury, the detail-oriented staff, the spacious cabins, and the general feeling of total relaxation that Aqua Mekong exudes," another added. "I can't stress how warm, welcoming, and ready to serve the entire staff is." The cruise line took home the No. 1 spot for the second year in a row thanks to this and more, including its distinct staterooms like those on its Aqua Mekong ship, which feature deep wood accents and emerald green pops of color, and its fantastic dining options on Aqua Nera , which serves local Peruvian cuisine using the freshest ingredients possible. "It was amazing," one more reader noted of their experience. "Beautiful areas, excellent service!"

It's hard to describe the casual luxury, the detail-oriented staff, the spacious cabins, and the general feeling of total relaxation that Aqua Mekong exudes.

1. Aqua Expeditions

Reader Score: 98.85

2. Avalon Waterways

Reader Score: 95.91

3. The Oberoi Cruisers

Reader Score: 95.75

Reader Score: 95.71

5. Grand Circle Cruise Line

Reader Score: 95.61

6. Uniworld Boutique River Cruises

Reader Score: 94.83

Reader Score: 94.73

8. Riverside Luxury Cruises

Reader Score: 94.62

Reader Score:  91.00

10. AmaWaterways

Reader Score: 90.09

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Viking is unusual among major cruise lines in that it operates both ocean ships and river ships. Despite this, it has one of the easiest-to-understand fleets.

The vast majority of Viking’s river ships — at last count, there were 80 — feature the same design. If you’ve seen one of them, you’ve seen them all.

Ditto for the line’s ocean ships. Nine of Viking’s 11 ocean ships are nearly identical. The two exceptions are the recently unveiled Viking ocean vessels specifically designed for expedition cruising — a type of cruising that involves traveling to remote, hard-to-reach places on hardy vessels that carry their own landing craft.

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As a result, the bulk of Viking’s vessels falls into one of just three groups; all the ships in each group sport nearly identical designs.

An introduction to Viking cruise ships

Viking has expanded enormously in recent years with the addition of dozens of new river and ocean ships.

Founded in 1997 with four river vessels, the company operated just 29 ships as recently as 2012. Now, there are more than 90 ships in its fleet.

The vast majority of these ships are river ships — the company’s sole focus for its first 18 years in business. The company dominates the market for river cruises aimed at North Americans, accounting for about 50% of all such trips.

Starting in 2015, Viking began rolling out ocean cruise ships, too.

In early 2023, as noted above, Viking had 80 river ships in its fleet — almost all of which have the same basic design. The exceptions are a few vessels that Viking operates on rivers in Egypt and Asia (more on these ships below). The line also recently began offering cruises on the Mississippi River and its tributaries using a new type of vessel.

Related: The ultimate guide to Viking ships and itineraries

Viking’s ocean ships fall into two distinct groups: a series of 930-passenger traditional ocean ships that began debuting in 2015, and a series of 378-passenger expedition ships that began debuting in 2022.

Unlike most cruise lines, Viking doesn’t use the term “classes” to define different sets of ships in its fleet. Instead, it refers to its series of traditional ocean ships as the “Viking ocean ships” and its series of expedition ships as the “Viking expedition ships.” We’ve followed the same breakdown of the line’s ocean and river fleet below.

Viking ocean ships

Ships: Viking Saturn (2023), Viking Neptune (2022), Viking Mars (2022), Viking Venus (2021), Viking Jupiter (2019), Viking Orion (2018), Zhao Shang Yi Dun (2017), Viking Sky (2017), Viking Sea (2016) and Viking Star (2015).

Size: 47,800 tons.

For years, Viking only operated river ships, and some cruisers still think of the brand primarily as a river cruise company. However, since 2015, Viking has been rapidly rolling out a series of upscale ocean vessels; these new additions are increasingly dominating the world of higher-end ocean cruising.

As of June 2023, Viking has nine ships sailing the world’s oceans, each with a capacity for 930 passengers. That gives Viking 8,370 berths in the upscale ocean cruise market — more than competitors Oceania Cruises and Azamara combined.

The series is far from finished. Six more of the vessels are on order from Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri for delivery between 2024 and 2028, and the company also has options with Fincantieri for four more of the ships to debut in 2029 and 2030. Assuming they are all built, Viking’s ocean division will soon be bigger than Oceania, Azamara, Seabourn and Silversea Cruises  combined.

The first thing to know about the ships in this series is that they all are pretty much identical. When sailing on any one of them, you will be hard-pressed to tell what is different.

They’re also quite upscale. While Viking doesn’t market itself as a luxury line, some still consider it so. The vessels are full of luxury touches, from sumptuous bedding in cabins to heated floors in cabin bathrooms.

Related: The complete guide to Viking cabins and suites

Each of the ships in this series has a stylish, Scandinavian-influenced design that is a Viking trademark, and the cabins are large by cruise ship standards. Even the smallest cabins on each of the vessels have 270 square feet of space — a generous amount. Many cabins are significantly bigger than that, with 14 two-room suites on each of the vessels ranging in size from 757 to 1,448 square feet. Many of these bigger suites offer sweeping views from wrap-around private balconies.

Each of the ships’ interior spaces is built around an elegant, three-deck-high atrium filled with comfortable seating areas that have a living room-like feel. Each also has a bar and guest relations desk. At the top of the ships, you’ll find two-deck-high, glass-walled lounges that offer stunning views over the bow. Other interior spaces include a fitness center and a stylish spa with a thermal suite area that is open to all passengers at no extra charge (something that is not common on cruise vessels).

Multiple restaurants on board each of the vessels include Italian eatery Manfredi’s (named after former Silversea owner Manfredi Lefebvre d’Ovidio, a friend of Viking founder Torstein Hagen) and The Chef’s Table. The latter features rotating themed menus.

The centerpiece of the top deck of each of the ships is the main pool area, which features a glass magrodome that can close during inclement weather. The main pool area on each of the ships sits next to a lovely, glass-topped lounge with comfortable seating called the Wintergarden, which is home to afternoon tea. A den of serenity, it’s one of our favorite places on these vessels.

A secondary pool area with an infinity pool is at the back of each of the ships.

While all of the ships in this series are essentially identical, you will find small differences on a few of them. Most notably, two of the vessels in the series — Viking Orion and Viking Jupiter — have a small planetarium built into the top level of the two-level lounge at their fronts (known as the Explorers’ Lounge). Some of the later ships in the series have slightly larger fitness centers and slightly smaller hair salons.

Note that in addition to the nine Viking ocean ships officially in the Viking fleet, a 10th ship from the same series, Zhao Shang Yi Dun, caters exclusively to the China market as part of a joint venture between Viking and a Chinese company. When it debuted in 2017, the ship originally catered to the North American market and was called Viking Sun.

Viking river ships

Ships: Viking Fjorgyn (2022), Viking Kari (2022), Viking Radgrid (2022), Viking Skaga (2022) and more than 60 other Longships built since 2012, as well as additional river vessels.

Size: 4,000 to 5,000 tons.

River ships originally put Viking on the map, and they’re still at the core of the brand.

As noted above, the line has 80 river ships in its fleet. The vast majority of them have the same basic design and are known as Longships — a reference to the historic vessels used by Vikings in the Middle Ages.

Unveiled in 2012 and designed specifically to fit into the locks used across many of Europe’s rivers, the Longships broke new ground in river ship design in multiple ways.

For starters, they have a configuration that includes some of the largest suites ever for river ships in Europe. They also have a significant number of cabins with balconies — which is made possible by an innovative cabin area layout that offsets main corridors. (In other words, the corridors don’t run down the middle of the ship, creating a wider side with space for balconies and a narrower side with cabins turned sideways to also create room for verandas.)

Related: The ultimate guide to Viking’s cruise loyalty program

Other innovations include a squared-off bow that allows for eight more cabins than similarly sized ships operated by competitors. Also, quieter engines allow for more cabins at the rear. An enormous amount of groundbreaking engineering went into redesigning the bow areas of the ships, in particular, to enable extra cabins while still leaving room for needed machinery.

As a result of such innovations, the Viking Longships can carry more passengers than similarly sized ships operated by competitors. This has allowed Viking to offer lower prices than other river cruise lines and still bring in a similar amount of revenue per ship — a fact that has contributed greatly to the company’s rapid growth.

Like many river ships, each of the Viking Longships has one main restaurant where most passengers eat their meals as well as one main interior lounge with a bar. There’s also a secondary, casual dining area at the front of each vessel with indoor and outdoor seating. (The outdoor portion, called the Aquavit Terrace, also serves as a forward-facing outdoor lounge during off hours.) Unlike many river ships, the vessels have no spas or fitness centers.

As is typical for river ships, the top of every Viking Longship is covered with an expansive lounge area. There’s also a walking track and an herb garden — the latter used by the kitchen staff to grow herbs used during the preparation of onboard meals.

Most Viking Longships are 443 feet long — the perfect length to fit into the locks on many of Europe’s rivers. Viking also built slightly smaller versions of the Longships, measuring 361 feet or 410 feet in length, specifically to sail on rivers where lock sizes or other navigational factors require smaller vessels. The 410-foot-long versions of the vessels, for instance, were specifically built to sail into the heart of Paris on the Seine River.

Related: Fast-growing Viking unveils four new ships for the Seine

While the Longships come in several different lengths, they are essentially identical in their offerings and decor. The only notable difference is that the smaller versions of the ships have fewer cabins and thus hold fewer people. The 443-foot-long versions of the ship are designed for 190 passengers, for example, whereas the 410-foot-long versions of the vessels hold 168 passengers (since they have 11 fewer cabins).

While most Viking river ships are Longships, there are a few exceptions in the Viking river fleet. Viking operates several smaller, purpose-built vessels on the Nile River in Egypt. It also has several older river vessels that predate the Longships and traditionally have operated on rivers in Russia and Ukraine. (For now, river cruise itineraries in both countries are on hold due to the war in Ukraine.)

Viking also recently began sailings on the Mississippi River with a new ship specifically designed for the river and its tributaries.

As of May 2023, Viking had another 14 river ships either under construction or on order via provisional contracts.

Related: First look at Viking’s stylish new Nile River ship

Viking expedition ships

Ships: Viking Polaris (2022) and Viking Octantis (2022).

Size: 30,150 tons.

Designed to hold just 378 passengers, the Viking expedition ships are specifically designed to take travelers to the most off-the-beaten-path parts of the world, including Antarctica and the Arctic.

As of now, Viking operates just two ships in the series, Viking Octantis and Viking Polaris, both of which debuted in 2022 . No more are currently on order.

As is typical for expedition ships, these are tough vessels with reinforced bows that let them bump through ice in polar regions; the ships also have extra tanks for fuel and food.

Each of these vessels has its own landing craft on board to bring people ashore in remote locations, as well as kayaks and even submarines for exploring. (The latter is the hot new thing for expedition ships — upscale cruise brands Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours and Seabourn have been adding submarines to expedition ships , too.)

Like other expedition ships, both Viking Octantis and Viking Polaris are designed to operate with a large and seasoned “expedition team” that includes biologists, botanists, geologists, glaciologists and ornithologists who lecture regularly.

Related: The 5 best destinations you can visit on a Viking ship

Each of the vessels has several new and unusual features, too. Most notable is The Hangar: an enclosed marina that allows passengers to transfer to a 12-seat excursion craft while still in the protected interior of the ship. It’s a first for an expedition cruise ship.

In another first for a polar expedition cruise vessel, every cabin has floor-to-ceiling glass walls that slide partially open from the top to create a balcony-like feel.

Both Viking Octantis and Viking Polaris are designed to be upscale. Like all Viking’s vessels, they boast elegant Scandinavian designs. The restaurants on both vessels include a version of Viking’s signature Italian spot, Manfredi’s and the Scandinavian-inspired Mamsen’s outlet.

Another feature of both ships that will be familiar to regular Viking customers is a top-of-the-ship, glass-walled Explorers’ Lounge offering stunning views of passing scenery.

In case you’re curious, Viking Octantis is named after Sigma Octantis, the current “south star” that hovers over the South Pole (also known as Polaris Australis). Polaris is named after the current “north star” that hovers over the North Pole. The names are a nod to the polar regions where these expedition ships will likely spend much of their time.

Bottom line

Viking operates more cruise vessels than any other major cruise company catering to North Americans. This is in part because it’s involved in both the ocean cruise and river cruise businesses. Despite its large size, its fleet of vessels is relatively easy to understand. The vast majority of both its ocean ships and river ships are almost identical in their designs.

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Need a Quick Getaway? Book One of These Amazing 3-Night Cruises

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If you’re visiting Sydney, tack on a short cruise to the coastal town of Eden for a break from city sightseeing.

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When it comes to extolling the benefits of booking a short cruise, the list is long. Whether you’re short on time or vacation budget or looking to extend your trip abroad, an abbreviated sailing offers a neatly bundled getaway that can help you relax and recharge in a few days.

Three-night cruises offer a taste of life at sea for those new to cruising who don’t want to commit to a week or more. They’re also a convenient length to pair with a longer land journey. If you’re already in Europe, why not sail to your next destination in comfort on a ship complete with colorful entertainment and great cuisine, rather than take the bus or train?

Just because these sailings are short doesn’t mean they lack in quality experiences on and off the ship. Culinary excellence, jungle exploration, cultural immersion, and festive celebrations are only a few of the themes you’ll find among the following short cruises worth considering.

The best three-day cruises

Sail in style on Cunard’s classy Queen Elizabeth , which offers a scenic itinerary along the western coast of Canada and the United States.

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A coastal cruise from Vancouver to San Francisco on Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth

To book: Cunard’s “Pacific Coastal” cruise to San Francisco from Vancouver is priced from $379 per person

Cunard’s classic British ocean liners exude elegance and sophistication. Board the 2,081-passenger Queen Elizabeth in Vancouver, British Columbia, for a jaunt along North America’s West Coast to the San Francisco Bay. Admire the views of the Pacific from the relaxing spa, or while sipping afternoon tea with scones.

Cunard is known for its onboard enrichment as well as its over-the-top gala evenings. With two sea days, guests will be able to enjoy the ship’s hospitality, from pints at the Golden Lion Pub to the comforts of a cozy nook in the library. To round out the trip, plan to spend a few additional days in Vancouver or San Francisco—or both.

If you need to travel from Italy to Spain, why not do so in comfort on a floating hotel, complete with a scenic stop in Naples?

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A Mediterranean sailing from Rome to Barcelona with MSC Cruises

To book: MSC’s three-night sailing from Rome to Barcelona is priced from $224 per person

For $75 per person, per night, it’s hard to beat MSC Cruises’ four-day sailing from Italy to Spain (let’s face it, that’s a lot more affordable than most hotels in Europe). A distance of approximately 900 miles—or 15 hours in a car—is crossed instead aboard a floating resort complete with a pool, Turkish-style baths, and an Italian wine bar.

Make your way to Civitavecchia, the port of Rome, via a 12-hour call in Naples. While in Naples, why not take a day trip to the ruins of Pompeii or the Amalfi Coast ? These outings are packaged as shore excursions available to purchase from the cruise line.

Take in the views of Sydney and Eden in Australia from the rooftop garden and terrace atop the Celebrity Edge .

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A round-trip weekend itinerary from Sydney to Eden and back on Celebrity Edge

To book: Celebrity’s Taste of Luxury cruise sets sail on April 17, 2025, from $368 per person

If you find yourself traveling in Australia, consider Celebrity Cruises’ three-night taster sailing from Sydney; this short cruise offers a scenic escape from the city for a long weekend (Thursday to Sunday).

On shore, explore Eden, a coastal town in New South Wales known for unspoiled scenery and oysters. Back aboard the 2,918-passenger Celebrity Edge , you can head to a different version of Eden, which is the name of a lush, captivating bar, restaurant, and lounge space with floor-to-ceiling windows and evening entertainment that’s constantly evolving, from acrobatics to burlesque. Don’t miss a seriously inventive drink here, accompanied by views as you sail from Sydney’s iconic harbor.

When in Peru, tack on some time sailing the Upper Amazon on the intimate and luxurious Delfin II .

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The Amazon River from Iquitos, Peru, on Delfin II

To book: Delfin II offers numerous departures of its Amazon sailings , from $3,500 per person

Iquitos, in Peru, is considered the gateway to the northern jungles of the Amazon. A stunning destination in its own right, Iquitos is the world’s largest city not accessible by road, requiring either a plane or boat ride. This is part of what makes it an excellent departure point for a cruise along the Amazon River.

The Delfin II is an intimate and elegant 28-passenger vessel and part of the luxury Relais & Chateaux portfolio. Its three-night itineraries don’t come at a discount, but inclusions span naturalist-guided nature walks to see monkeys, along with fresh fruit juice or a Pisco sour on board.

A Rhine River cruise from Strasbourg to the Black Forest with a focus on food and wine? Yes, please.

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A food- and wine-focused river cruise to Germany’s Black Forest with CroisiEurope

To book: CroisiEurope’s gastronomy-focused Rhine itineraries are priced from $1,439 per person

Not only can you sail the rivers of Europe in half a week, but also you can be sure to pile on lots of delicious local food and wine to your proverbial vacation plate. This “Grand Gastronomic” sailing from France-based company CroisiEurope pairs a breezy, three-night cruise on the Rhine River with a Michelin-starred French chef and world-famous sommelier as your companions.

Cruise round-trip on the 107-passenger Symphonie from Strasbourg, France with chef Marc Haeberlin and Serge Dubs, formerly rated as one of the world’s top sommeliers. With this dream team, explore the wine region of Breisach, Germany, which lies adjacent to the famed Black Forest.

Sometimes, the whole family could just use some good ol’ fashioned fun.

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A Halloween-themed Bahamas getaway on Disney Wish

To book: This “ Halloween on the High Seas” cruise departs on September 27, 2024, from $1,795 per person

It’s September and the kids are back in school, but you want to surprise the family with an early treat for Halloween. This Friday-to-Monday sailing on the 4,000-passenger Disney Wish —which, when it launched in 2022, was the first new Disney Cruise Line ship in a decade—is a long weekend of not-too-scary fun. Departing from Port Canaveral, the port of Orlando, guests will visit Nassau along with Disney’s private island Castaway Cay.

“Halloween on the High Seas” programming includes costume parties, crafts, elaborate decor, and festive entertainment. In addition, Disney Wish boasts Frozen - and Marvel-themed dinner theater and a bar straight out of Star Wars called the Hyperspace Lounge. Disney cruises aren’t cheap—even the short ones—but the quality of its shows and immaculate attention to detail are what bring families back for more.

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Making summer plans?

You can set sail on a new summer adventure with Cincinnati's first floating pedal wagon.

The Cincinnati Cycle Boat takes guests along the Ohio River in a fun twist on the popular pedal wagon.

The two-hour-long ride starts at Rivertowne Marina and stops halfway for bathroom breaks.

The boat fits up to 14 people with a wraparound bar counter that has 10 seats for guests to pedal along and plenty of space to just sit and take in the views.

There's a motor, so riders won't have to do the work if they don't want to.

The boat is equipped with coolers in the middle of the bar so guests can bring drinks and snacks to have handy throughout the ride.

Music is provided through a Bluetooth speaker aboard the boat.

The ride gives you a peek at the Cincinnati riverfront and downtown skyline.

You stop halfway at a marina for bathroom breaks or to grab something to drink.

The tours run seven days a week through mid-October, pending weather.

There's also a Tikiboat, a tiki-themed party boat that guests can rent through October as well.

Riders can book a tour for either cruise here.

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International Paper faces state fines for wastewater released into Savannah River

Editor's note: This story has been updated to incorporate comments from International Paper.

International Paper Company faces nearly $28,000 in state fines for discharging wastewater with unacceptable levels of potential fecal material from its Port Wentworth mill into the Savannah River over a six-month period in 2023, according to an order made public by Georgia environmental officials Monday. 

The penalty also would apply to the unauthorized release in December of nearly 185,000 gallons of partially treated wastewater into a storm drain and ultimately into the river, the Georgia Environmental Protection Division noted in the document. 

Monday’s issuance of the consent order triggers a 30-day public comment period on the fine. 

Under the settlement, International Paper also is required to submit and then implement a plan to meet state effluent standards. 

Violations from May through October involved elevated amounts of enterococci bacteria, whose presence indicates possible contamination by human or animal waste, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency . 

However, the company says that does not appear to be the case at the Port Wentworth mill.

"Current data indicates the majority of the bacteria is non-human and from naturally occurring sources like wildlife and vegetation," International Paper spokeswoman Kristie Casler said in an email. "The mill is currently working with a third party to develop a river/harbor study for an alternative limit that would be protective of the environment. We are committed to being a good neighbor and operating our facilities in a safe and environmentally responsible manner through the submission of a monthly formal waste water report to the (Georgia) EPD."

The document notes that the Memphis, Tennessee-based maker of packaging, pulp and other fiber-based products discussed the likelihood that it would not meet fecal effluent standards in a meeting with EPD in February 2023. 

EPD’s order covers violations of the state’s Water Quality Act punishable by up to $50,000 per day in fines.  

Trending down: Savannah area's climate-warming pollution continues to decline, researchers say

Savannah's largest air polluter

In terms of air quality, International Paper is the Savannah area’s largest producer of pollutants that cause climate change. 

In 2022, the company’s northwest Savannah mill released more than 367,000 metric tons of heat-trapping carbon dioxide, EPA data shows. That’s 84% more than the county’s second-leading carbon polluter, the U.S. Sugar Savannah Refinery, and the equivalent of what nearly 83,000 gas-powered vehicles would emit over the course of a year, according to the EPA.  

Carbon dioxide is the leading contributor to human-caused climate change.  

The Port Wentworth mill is fifth on the list of Chatham County greenhouse gas polluters. That facility emits more than 95,000 metric tons of carbon dioxide.  

Combined, the two Chatham plants – with machinery powered by burning natural gas and wood – release the equivalent of carbon emissions generated by burning a half-trillion pounds of coal. 

International Paper, which employs about 1,700 people locally, has set a goal of slashing companywide greenhouse gas emissions 35% by 2030, as well as significantly reducing waste and water use. 

John Deem covers climate change and the environment in coastal Georgia. He can be reached at 912-652-0213 or [email protected] .  

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