Price Per Person - Maximum Six People Per Boat

Sit back, relax, and enjoy a 30–40 minute scenic cruise along the Sacramento River. This is a roundtrip sightseeing experience that begins and ends at the same dock of your choice, making it perfect for guests who want to enjoy the water without needing transportation to another destination.

As we make our way along the river, you'll pass the iconic Tower Bridge, take in views of The Ziggurat, look for local sea lions, and enjoy a relaxing ride through the heart of Sacramento.

Perfect for visitors, couples, families, date nights, and anyone looking for a fun and relaxing experience on the water. Children under 5 ride free.

Boat accommodates up to 6 passengers per ride. Unless all 6 seats are booked by your party, your cruise may be shared with other guests onboard.

Please note: This is a sightseeing cruise and not a transportation service. If you are looking for transportation between docks, please see our One-Way Water Taxi rides below.

Hop on and hop off all day between four waterfront destinations from 11:30 AM to 9:00 PM with unlimited rides aboard Sacramento Water Taxi.

• Riverbank Marina – Enjoy waterfront dining, live music, and great food at Crawdads, Chevy's on the River, and Roosters on the River.
• Etenesh Zeleke Public Dock – Take a short walk into Old Sacramento for historic attractions, unique shopping, and local restaurants.
• Scott's Seafood Dock – Enjoy a romantic waterfront dinner with beautiful river views.
• Virgin Sturgeon – Stop for food, drinks, and riverfront views.

Stay as long as you'd like at each stop. When you're ready for your next destination, simply call Sacramento Water Taxi and we'll pick you up.

Perfect for date nights, birthdays, visitors, bachelor and bachelorette parties, or anyone looking to explore Sacramento from the water.

Seating is limited to 6 passengers per boat and is available on a first come, first served basis.

Need a ride to Riverbank Marina, Virgin Sturgeon, or the Etenesh Zeleke Public Dock? Our One Way Water Taxi provides convenient transportation between participating docks along the Sacramento River.

Want to come back later? Choose our $20 Roundtrip Water Taxi. We'll drop you off so you can enjoy dinner, drinks, shopping, or explore the waterfront. When you're ready to return, simply give us a call and we'll pick you up. No need to book your return time in advance.

Traveling between Riverbank Marina (Crawdads) and Virgin Sturgeon? That route is just $5 per person.

Whether you're heading to a River Cats game, meeting friends, or spending the day on the waterfront, we'll get you there while you enjoy the beautiful views along the way.

Children under 5 ride free.

Each boat accommodates up to 6 passengers. Unless all 6 seats are reserved by your party, your ride may be shared with other guests onboard.

Scott's Seafood ↔ Etenesh Zeleke Public Dock

• One Way: $20 per person
• Roundtrip: $30 per person

Scott's Seafood ↔ Riverbank Marina

• One Way: $30 per person
• Roundtrip: $40 per person

Scenic Tour from Scott's Seafood

• $35 per person
• Approximately 1 hour

Enjoy a private cruise from Riverbank Marina to Swabbies aboard your own chartered water taxi!

• $120 per hour
• 3-hour minimum
• 45-minute cruise to Swabbies
• 90 minutes to relax and enjoy Swabbies
• 45-minute return cruise to Riverbank Marina

Perfect for lunch, dinner, live music, or a relaxing afternoon on the river. Your private charter accommodates up to 6 passengers, so you can enjoy the experience with family or friends at your own pace.

One-Way Private Service

• $180 per trip ($45 per person, 4-person minimum)
• Private one-way transportation to Riverbank Marina or Etenesh Zeleke Public Dock
• Perfect for guests who only need transportation and do not require a return trip.