The Captain JP is a 600 passenger air-conditioned Paddlewheeler designed specifically for your river cruising pleasure. A wide selection of cruises are available at different times of the day and different days of the week ranging from a brief Sunday afternoon trip to an all day, Lake Okeechobee tour. A brief description of these selections is given below for the Florida season (mid-November to mid-April). For a complete listing and brochure with extensive information, write us at P.O. Drawer 1688; Ft. Myers, FL 33902 or give us a call at (941)334-7474.
Enjoy a five hour cruise east on the Caloosahatchee River through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Locks that control the water level on Lake Okeechobee. A buffet is available and there is a sing-along and dancing. Thursday & Saturday, 5 Hours, 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. Adults $23, Children $11.
Sail with us for a historic cruise west on the Caloosahatchee River to the Gulf of Mexico, on route passing Cape Coral, Shell Point Village and Punta Rassa. Includes sing-along, dancing and sunbathing. Wednesday & Friday, 4 Hours, 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Adults $18.50, Children $8.75.
Sail southwest with us on a narrated cruise of the calm Caloosahatchee River. Enjoy our fresh fruit bar and bring your grass skirts and dance to Hawaiian music or enjoy the open third deck for sight-seeing and sunbathing. Tuesday, 3 Hours, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Adults $18.50, Children $8.75.
Come sail with us on our beautiful Paddlewheeler for an enjoyable cruise on the Caloosahatchee River. This cruise features of sit down prime rib dinner, reasonably priced cocktails, and live music. Friday & Saturday Nights, 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. $26.50.
Do something different on Sunday morning. Come aboard and take a scenic cruise on the historic Caloosahatchee River to Cape Coral, en route passing the Edison Home, Ford Estate and other points of interest. Included is an all-you-care-to-eat brunch, a sing-along, dancing and sunbathing on our open sun deck. 3 Hours, 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Adults $19, Children $9.50.
A perfect way to spend the day. See Ft. Myers from a different view. This cruise takes you along the beautiful calm pristine waters of the Caloosahatchee River and give you a look at the original historic sights that formed the roots of Ft. Myers. Enjoy a cold buffet and live music and sunbathing on our open air 3rd deck. 2 Hours, 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Adults $14.00, Children $6.00.
This is the cruise to highlight your Florida Vacation. Come cruise with us on an approximately 90 mile cruise on the Intracoastal Waterway into Lake Okeechobee, passing through three sets of locks. See the second largest freshwater lake in the US surrounded by one state. Listen to the informative narration and learn many things about the big "O". Includes continental breakfast, lunch, dinner (All You Care To Eat), live music for dancing and other surprises. Return to point of departure by air-conditioned motor coach (1 1/2 Hour Ride). Special $74.00. Call for dates and details.
Leave from Ft. Myers at 9:00 a.m. on an air-conditioned motor coach furnished by the Captain JP (1 hour ride). Sail from Moore Haven at 10:30 a.m., cruising approximately 65 miles west on the calm water of the Intracoastal Waterway, passing through two set of locks. Includes two buffet meals, live music for dancing, and other surprises. Arrive in Ft. Myers at approximately 5:30 p.m. Only $51.00. Call for dates and details.
The River Cruise is a 80 passenger vessel designed to ply the shallow waters of the Caloosahatchee and Orange Rivers. This three hour cruise includes a manatee watch during the season (mid-November through March). The trip features a relaxing view of the flora and fauna of the area in protected waters. Since the River Cruise is enclosed, with marine toilet and snack bar, you will be able to view the splendors of the region in total comfort.
The River Cruise sails every day except Saturday and during the season two trips are scheduled for Tuesday - Thursday. Our Sunday trip is always an afternoon affair. Bring the children and have them learn all about the history of this part of Florida on this narrated trek through the "Old Florida" of the past.
We are located at the foot of Lee Street in downtown Ft. Myers by the Ft. Myers Yacht Basin. Metered parking is always available. Ticket prices for the River Cruise are $12 for adults, $6 for children under 12 and there is no charge for children under 3. Call us and set up a reservation now at (941) 334-7474.