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15 Best Savannah Riverboat Cruises

The riverboat sailings: paddlewheelers churning past the cargo ships, with buffet dinners and gospel brunches aboard. The container ships gliding past at eye level are oddly mesmerizing.

1.90-Minute Savannah Riverboat Sightseeing Cruise

Experience Savannah’s charm on a 90-minute riverboat cruise with live narration, great water views, and a taste of local history and scenery.

Most Popular★ 4.0

“While the experience was enjoyable, it was very cold. I should have been more prepared. Food and drinks were available, and the staff was pleasant.”

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2.Savannah Land & Sea Combo: City Sightseeing Trolley Tour with Riverboat Cruise

Discover Savannah with this combo tour featuring a narrated trolley ride through historic districts plus a scenic riverboat cruise along the Savannah River.

★ 4.5

“Great pickup service from our hotel and then a delightful duo tour of the city and the river. The tour guides were knowledgeable and entertaining.”

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3.Savannah to Tybee Island with Dolphin Cruise

Discover Tybee Island from Savannah with this 5-6 hour guided tour featuring transportation, a dolphin cruise, and optional lunch—perfect for a day trip.

★ 5.0

“Max was a great guide. He had a lot of knowledge and was very helpful. If you can get him as your tour guide, you will be blessed.”

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4.Savannah: Riverboat Narrated Harbor Sightseeing Cruise

Experience Savannah's waterfront on a 1.5-hour narrated riverboat cruise with live commentary, stunning views, and insights into the port’s history — perfect for a relaxing afternoon.

★ 4.3

“Our guide was excellent, he not only had lots of great information & insight but delivered the talk in a way that was interesting & had humorous”

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5.Savannah: Buffet Dinner Cruise with Live Entertainment

Experience Savannah’s charm on a two-hour buffet dinner cruise with live music, stellar river views, and a lively atmosphere perfect for a memorable evening.

★ 4.2

“Very nice way to spend a final evening in Savannah. The meal (buffet style) was very good, the shop was in very good condition, the wait staff very good and friendly. There was live music entertainment on each floor. The elevator was extremely convenient for…”

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6.2 HR Savannah Riverboat Dinner Cruise with Onboard Entertainment

Experience Savannah’s scenic skyline and river views on a 2-hour dinner cruise with onboard entertainment, buffet, and dance floor—ideal for relaxed evenings.

★ 4.0

“The boat ride itself was good however the service was really lacking this time. We never got our bread despite asking for it on multiple occasions and overall the response time was extremely slow which was unfortunate because it ended up taking time away from…”

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7.Savannah: Sightseeing Lunch Cruise

Enjoy a scenic Savannah river cruise with a delicious Southern buffet, guided stories, and stunning river views—all for $63 in a relaxing 2-hour tour.

★ 4.6

“The drive was good, although I wasn't sure of the point of the few circles we made in Savannah before heading to Tybee Island. That just seemed tacked on at the beginning so we wouldn't get out to the island too quickly. The lunch was…”

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8.Savannah: Riverboat Sunset Cruise

Enjoy a 2-hour sunset cruise along Savannah River with live music, stunning views of historic waterfront, and the option to dance and relax on deck.

★ 4.2

“I proposed to my girlfriend on this trip. The crew and captain was awesome. Gave the kids a tour of the captains quarters and even let them steer the boat. Ofcourse they keep control of the boat but the kids and us had an experience…”

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10.2-Hour Savannah Sunset Riverboat Cruise

Experience Savannah’s beauty at sunset on a 2-hour riverboat cruise. Enjoy live music, scenic views, and a relaxed atmosphere for an authentic evening.

★ 4.0

“Great experience! Even though the weather precluded a true sunset the boat ride was amazing. It would have been great to have some music piped to the top floor during the ride. The band on the third floor was a bit sleepy.”

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11.Narrated Harbor Luncheon Riverboat Cruise

Enjoy a scenic Savannah riverboat luncheon cruise featuring southern cuisine, historic views, and engaging narration for a memorable day on the river.

★ 4.5

“Was able to find parking on River Street, which I would recommend locating first. The food was really good, which I would recommend a cruise with a meal instead of only a cruise.”

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12.Savannah: Dolphin Spotting and Wildlife Eco Cruise

Experience Savannah's coast on a relaxing eco-friendly cruise, spotting dolphins and learning about local wildlife and history for just $42.

★ 4.7

“We had a great time with Birdy and Jenna! Birdy was super informed and made sure we saw some great sights, including the dolphins! Would highly recommend and go again.”

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13.Sunday Brunch Riverboat Cruise in Savannah

Experience Savannah from the water with a scenic Sunday brunch riverboat cruise, featuring delicious buffet, narrated sights, and stunning river views.

★ 4.0

“The staff was very efficient. The food was excellent. My only complaint is there were a few loud children running around loudly the majority of the time and they made it difficult to hear the narrator.”

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15.Savannah Riverboat Gospel Music Dinner Cruise

Experience Savannah’s historic waterfront with this Gospel music dinner cruise, featuring live performances, scenic views, and Southern-style cuisine for $77.

★ 5.0

“The experience was like being in church!! The meal was excellent, the Gospel Music was soul stirring! A most wonderful time!!”

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