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New England Fishing Charters, Sailing and Yachting Cruises

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Sail the ocean blue! Aboard New England’s cruise or charter ships, groups enjoy fishing, sightseeing, and boat-loads of seals and sea birds. Ahoy! Enjoy fine dining rooms on a sunset cruise, or take a family trip on a fishing charter and catch your own dinner. Get your sea legs aboard a historic windjammer, schooner or sailboat and discover hidden scenery along the coast; discover fall foliage on themed cruises, lighthouse-seeking party boats and whale watches.

Windjammer Cruises on Maine's Coast - Charters & Cruises in New England
Sunset Cruise 500x250 - Essex Steam Train & Riverboat - Essex, CT
Essex Steam Train & Riverboat

One Railroad Avenue Essex, CT, 06426 Phone: 860-767-0103 Toll-Free: 800-377-3987

Cruise along the Connecticut River, past breathtaking scenery, on this classic riverboat

Called one of the “last great places on Earth” by the Nature Conservancy, the Connecticut River Valley in all its natural splendor is best viewed from the river itself – and that’s exactly what they offer at the Essex Steam Train & Riverboat. Take a vintage train to Deep River Landing and step aboard the Becky Thatcher, a Mississippi-style riverboat that cruises the river, past coves, inlets, marshes and historic sites including Gillette Castle, the Goodspeed Opera House and the Haddam Swing Bridge. The riverboat has three decks, including an open-air promenade deck, perfect for viewing wildlife along the rocky shore and, on an evening cruise, the sunset and stars. The boat can be chartered for private functions for up to 220 people. Please check our website for current train & riverboat schedules.
Schooner American Eagle - Maine Windjammers - Camden ME
Maine Windjammer Association

Sailing from Ports in Rockland and Camden, ME, 04843 Phone: Toll-Free: 800-807-9463

Private windjammer charters will turn your gathering into a memorable adventure

You want your group gathering or special celebration to be one-of-a-kind? How about having the time of your life aboard one of the ships of the Maine Windjammer Association? Private sailing charters for reunions, anniversaries, school and church groups, weddings and family vacations are relaxing, adventurous – and affordable. The best part? The cost is all-inclusive, from the Down East lobster bake to comfortable accommodations. These tall ships carry from 16 to 40 guests, and chartering a ship means you can bring guests of any age. Whether you are seeking a unique corporate team-building activity or just to reconnect with family members as you sail through Penobscot Bay or listen to stories of the sea in the evening, you can’t ask for a more memorable experience.
Tails of the Sea - Captain John Boats - Sailing from Plymouth and Provincetown, MA
Captain John Boats

10 Town Wharf Plymouth, MA, 02360 Phone: 508-746-2643

Paddlewheel harbor cruise, fishing trip, whale watch: These boats do it all

Cruise around a scenic harbor, see a whale emerge from Cape Cod Bay, fish for haddock, enjoy a quick trip to Provincetown: You can do all of that on board the vessels of Captain John Boats. The Pilgrim Belle, a classic paddlewheel boat, is a great way to view historic Plymouth Harbor. (Private charters are available, too.) Want something farther out? Go on a whale watch out of Plymouth or Provincetown, in search of humpbacks, minkes, finbacks and right whales in their prime feeding grounds. Or go deep-sea fishing for cod, haddock and mackerel. Want to combine a land-and-sea adventure? Take the scenic fast ferry out of Plymouth and be in Provincetown 90 minutes later. Boats have comfortable cabins, with galley service.
Cruising off Rathbuns New - Argia Mystic Cruises - Mystic, CT
Argia Mystic Cruises

75 Steamboat Wharf Mystic, CT, 06355 Phone: 860-536-0416

Embark on a half-day sail or sunset sail

Opening for the season May 1st, 2022!
May 1st through mid-October, choose a half-day or sunset sail aboard the sailing ship ARGIA! Discover islands, lighthouses, and traditional windjammer sailing, right from down-town Mystic, Connecticut. ARGIA accommodates up to 49 guests for public or private half-day or evening sails down the historic Mystic River to Fishers' Island Sound. Sail in smooth and protected waters aboard this Coast Guard licensed vessel.

Relax as you sail by scenic coastlines, take a turn at the helm, or help the crew hoist and trim the sails. Pack a picnic and a bottle of wine (or order snacks from us when you book) to make this excursion truly memorable.
Departures Daily (May 1st thru mid-October) at:
  • 9:30am
  • Noon
  • 3:00pm
  • 6:00pm (5:30 after Labor Day)
Lighthouse Cruise Save The Bay Narragansett Bay Rhode Island
Save The Bay

Multiple Centers & Dock Locations Providence, Newport, Westerly, RI and Fall River, MA Phone: 401-272-3540

Explore the natural and manmade wonders of Narragansett Bay on these exciting tours

Terrific tours offered by the nonprofit Save The Bay organization allow you to explore the natural and manmade wonders of and around Narragansett Bay. Motor through historic Newport Harbor and watch the harbor seals at Citing Rock on a one-hour tour, or take a slightly longer tour and walk the grounds of Rose Island. Or, through November, take the Westerly nature cruise to marvel at fall foliage as well as seals. On one of Save The Bay’s expertly narrated lighthouse tours, which begin in Providence, you’ll cruise past up to 20 active and inactive lighthouse sites in the bay, stopping for lunch and exploration at Rose Island. The tour also features breathtaking views of Newport Pell Bridge, Prudence Island and historic Fort Adams.
Boat tours depart from Newport, Westerly, and Providence RI.
Repainted Boat 500x250 - Black Hawk Party Boat - Niantic, CT
Black Hawk Sportfishing

Sailing from the Niantic Bay Marina Niantic, CT, 06357 Phone: 860-448-3662 Toll-Free: 800-382-2824

Come aboard and enjoy party boat fishing and sightseeing at their finest

Charter a party boat with Blackhawk Sportfishing and have the time of your life out on the water. Whether you’re looking to reel in a striper, bluefish, fluke (that summertime favorite) or tautog or you just want to relax on a sunset cruise, Blackhawk will make sure your charter or cruise is all you’re looking for. Specialty cruises include eagle watches, nature cruises, seal watches, sunset and fireworks cruises. Private charters are available for birthday parties and other celebrations. There’s a galley for burgers, snacks and sodas, and you can bring your own cooler aboard. Kids are welcome. The boat is fast, clean and comfortable, with an experienced captain and crew who can fillet and clean your fish if you wish.