THE RITZ-CARLTON, AMELIA ISLAND

4750 Amelia Island Parkway, Amelia Island, Florida 32034 USA
Phone:  (904) 277-1100   •  Contact Hotel

Island Adventures



Surfing Lessons
The gentle breaks off the Northeast Florida coast are the perfect training ground for a novice wave rider. From wax to wetsuits, our skilled instructors will provide everything you need to hang ten, including a perfectly sized fun board or long board.

90 minutes
$100 (children ages 14 and under)
$120 (adults)

Salt Water Kayaking
Experience unspoiled natural beauty on a guided kayak tour through the scenic salt marshes of the Intracoastal Waterway. While paddling through the calm waters, you’ll receive an interactive overview of the local eco-system and indigenous wildlife.

180 minutes
$85 per person

Kingsley Plantation Tour
Visit Ft. George Island, home of the oldest remaining plantation residence in Florida. Built in 1798, Kingsley Plantation was once one of the region’s largest producers of Sea Island cotton, and still serves as a ghostly reminder of the long-ago days of slavery. Today, the grounds of the plantation are open to visitors as part of the Timucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve operated by the National Park Service.

120 minutes
$35 per person

American Beach Bike Tour
From an opera singer who saved a beach, to a dune named “Nana” and a legendary nightclub played by musical greats Ray Charles and Louis Armstrong, the colorful history of American Beach provides a fascinating backdrop for a guided bike tour through one of Amelia Island’s oldest neighborhoods. Founded in 1935 as a summer escape for African-Americans in the days before desegregation, their stories live on thanks to the dedicated group of individuals who fought to preserve the historic community.

120 minutes
$35 per person

Talbot Island Nature Hike
Surrounded by white sand beaches, maritime forests and tranquil salt marshes, the uninhabited Talbot Island preserve is a picture-perfect setting for a leisurely hike through one of the numerous nature trails. The guided adventure is highly recommended for the bird-watcher, wildlife enthusiast or amateur photographer.

120 minutes
$35 per person

Ft. Clinch History Hike
The ghosts of Union soldiers are rumored to still roam the grounds of this Civil War garrison, located at the northernmost point of Amelia Island. Explore the fort by foot, while learning about the lives of its 19th century inhabitants.

120 minutes
$35 per person

Downtown History Tour
Step back in time with a tour of historic Fernandina Beach. Considered to be the birthplace of the modern shrimping industry, this quaint seaside village brings to life an earlier era, with cobblestone streets, ornately painted Victorian homes and an array of charming boutiques, eateries and art galleries.

120 minutes
$35 per person



Transportation and tour guides are provided for all off-property activities. 24-hour advance reservations are requested and can be arranged online or by calling (904) 321-5013. When submitting an online request, please specify the desired activity.