St. Johns River High-Tea Cruise Tour in Sanford
Overview
Our ship, the "Barbara-Lee", is an authentic paddle-wheeler, hosting lunch, dinner and specialty cruises. She travels across Lake Monroe and up the beautiful St. Johns River. Live entertainment, full table service and an entree selected from a menu are part of every cruise. All meals are prepared fresh in the galley. Included are a variety of savory finger sandwiches, scones with jelly, bite size sweets, and endless tea. A full cash bar is also provided onboard. With three dining levels and the flexibility of table setting, it is the perfect setting for anniversary and birthday celebrations, reunions, weddings, business meetings and private charters.
**Boarding for all cruises begins 30 minutes prior to the cruise time
What's Included
- Tea and coffee Unlimited tea from our menu with over 30 flavors of tea.
- Lunch For lunch, we will have a variety of savory finger sandwiches, scones with jelly and bite size sweets.
- Alcoholic beverages A cash bar is available on board.
- Carbonated beverages Sodas are available for purchase.
Meeting Location
433 North Palmetto Avenue
Sanford, FL 32771, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Travelers will experience a cruise on Lake Monore on a historic paddlewheeler, The Barbara-Lee, while enjoying live entertainment, and a beautifully crafted Tea tiers witt Unlimited tea sandwiches.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Restrooms are not wheelchair accessible. There is a raised threshold you will have to step over to enter the Restrooms. All levels except the main deck require navigation of stairs. If you are not able to navigate stairs, please reach out to our staff prior to the day of the cruise so we can seat you on the Main Deck of the vessel.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Late arrivals will not be able to participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 176 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on St. Johns River High-Tea Cruise Tour in Sanford?
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Activity code: C-478210P3
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Average 4.27 out of 5 stars based on 15 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Tea and coffee. Unlimited tea from our menu with over 30 flavors of tea.
- Lunch. For lunch, we will have a variety of savory finger sandwiches, scones with jelly and bite size sweets.
- Alcoholic beverages. A cash bar is available on board.
- Carbonated beverages. Sodas are available for purchase.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the St. Johns River High-Tea Cruise Tour in Sanford is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Restrooms are not wheelchair accessible. There is a raised threshold you will have to step over to enter the Restrooms. All levels except the main deck require navigation of stairs. If you are not able to navigate stairs, please reach out to our staff prior to the day of the cruise so we can seat you on the Main Deck of the vessel.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for St. Johns River High-Tea Cruise Tour in Sanford will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Tea and coffeeUnlimited tea from our menu with over 30 flavors of tea.
- LunchFor lunch, we will have a variety of savory finger sandwiches, scones with jelly and bite size sweets.
- Alcoholic beveragesA cash bar is available on board.
- Carbonated beveragesSodas are available for purchase.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Restrooms are not wheelchair accessible. There is a raised threshold you will have to step over to enter the Restrooms. All levels except the main deck require navigation of stairs. If you are not able to navigate stairs, please reach out to our staff prior to the day of the cruise so we can seat you on the Main Deck of the vessel.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Late arrivals will not be able to participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 176 travelers
