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Experience the beauty of New York Harbor on your own terms through a private charter! Rent our boat for 6 people, with prices starting at $350 an hour for 2 people! Rates: • $500 for 2 hours for 2 people • $350 for 1 hour for 2 people • Extra $50 per person up to 6 people • Sunset costs $100 more What You Can Expect: Our tour boat is a new, state-of-the-art Sea Ray 280 Sundancer. It’s loaded with high-end features to make your trip as relaxing and comfortable as possible. The boat weighs over 4 tons and measures over 28 feet in length. Although it has the capacity for 10 people, each excursion is limited to only 6 passengers for a more comfortable and intimate experience. It’s the perfect vessel to see New York Harbor and truly offers simple sightseeing in sophisticated style! Our Private Charters We offer private charters for any occasion. From a romantic evening with a loved one to a celebratory night out with friends, or a once-in-a-lifetime view of Macy’s Fourth of July Fireworks, a private charter with us offers an unparalleled boating experience. A private charter is also a perfect opportunity for corporate client servicing. Sightseeing Boat Tour Our one-hour sightseeing tour creates a truly memorable experience for everyone aboard. Passengers embark at North Cove Marina in lower Manhattan, and the tour begins after a short safety briefing. The boat stops for photos at the Freedom Tower, circles around Battery Park, cruises up the East River, and stops again for a photo opportunity underneath the Brooklyn Bridge. Then sit back, relax and listen to the music of your choice as we cruise out to the Statue of Liberty. The boat stops directly in front of Lady Liberty giving passengers a perfect setting to photograph themselves with one of the most iconic landmarks in the world. Throughout the tour, passengers can enjoy a light refreshment as our captain touches upon the history of the Hudson River and gives some historical facts on the Brooklyn Bridge and the Statue of Liberty.
FD
Mike was absolutely fantastic, extremely friendly, an excellent navigator, knows where the best photo spots are, and the experience was even better than we hoped for. We had our 7 year old with us and he made her feel like she was the star of the show. He's found fans in us and we can't wait to book another tour with him. I can't recommend him highly enough!
Km
We had an amazing experience with Captain Will! The weather was perfect. We listened to our own playlist, learned a few fun facts, took pictures with the ever-stunning New York City Skyline, and felt completely relaxed. No complaints and I highly recommend this experience.
AR
Michael was the captain himself and he helped my friend propose to his girlfriend and now fiancé and really made it a super safe and pleasant experience. The cold weather didn’t interfere as Michael is an expert and knows his boat inside and out. I book with him on regular basis. All his captains and staff are excellent and the experience is breathtaking. Great for tourists to show the attractions of NYC and famous destinations. You will not want to leave the boat, it cannot get boring nor old to enjoy the beautiful water views and scenery. High class and super elegant! Thanks so much Michael. You are the best !
LM
What a day this past Saturday out with Mike.. took a few friends out for my birthday and had such an amazing time. The views were awesome, the boat was comfortable and spacious and and Mike was an amazing host and captain! Highly recommend this to anyone looking for a more personal experience out on the water without the crowds. Looking forward to booking again with Mike!
Michael was wonderful and patient. It was a surprise for my friend and he was completely enchanted as was I. Michael took some great photos w Freedom tower and lower Manhattan skyline and got us as close as possible to Statue of Liberty for some truly memorable pics. He also told us some interesting stories of films like wolf of Wall Street and Captain Sully.
I am Michael a Principal and U.S.C.G. Licensed Captain. As an avid and native New Yorker, the historic and majestic sights of New York Harbor have always been a part of my life. But it wasn’t until I owned a powerboat and cruised past these iconic landmarks, that I fully appreciated and marveled at their beauty. For nearly a decade I have enjoyed the sights and sounds of New York Harbor. Now, I am proud to start the company, so people from all over the country and the world, can share my sense of excitement while cruising past these incredible landmarks in an intimate and relaxed setting with family, friends and loved ones.
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Full refund up to 2 days prior.
Frequently Asked Questions How long are the tours of New York Harbor? Each excursion lasts 1 hour. How many passengers are on each excursion? U.S Coast Guard rules limit each tour to a maximum of 6 passengers. What time should I arrive? Please arrive 15 minutes prior to departure for check-in. Where do we get on the boat? The boat is docked at North Cove Marina, which is directly adjacent to the 9/11 Memorial on the Hudson River. Can I use the restroom onboard? Restrooms are reserved for Crew members, however passengers can use the restroom if absolutely necessary. A number of public restrooms are located in the restaurants directly adjacent to North Cove Marina. We strongly encourage passengers to use facilities before boarding. Can I smoke? Smoking is strictly prohibited onboard. Can I bring food and drinks? Food and drinks are are allowed for passengers booking Private Charters. Can I bring a camera? Absolutely! We encourage you to take all the pictures you’d like! We will also videotape the trip on a GoPro HD camera and offer the video as a souvenir. What languages are spoken? Tours are in English. However, a written translation of the tour will be available in Spanish, French, Italian and German. What about gratuities? Gratuities for captains are greatly appreciated. Do I have to wear a life jacket? Life jackets will be provided for every passenger, however, only children 12 and under need to wear life jackets while onboard. Can I get a refund? No refunds will be issued within 7 days of scheduled departure. We will allow passengers to reschedule any booked excursion to a future regularly scheduled tour, subject to availability. What if it rains? The boat provides enough cover for passengers in the event of rain. However, we places the utmost importance on the safety of its passengers and reserves the right to delay or postpone any excursion due to severe weather. A full refund will be issued for any cancelled tour that isn’t rescheduled.