Private Charter Rate

$400
per hour  ·  captain included
3-hour minimum  ·  from $1,200

One flat rate. No fuel surcharges, no crew fees, no hidden extras.

Everything aboard

What the rate covers.

The hourly rate is all-in. You're not paying extra for the captain, the snacks, or the refreshments.

Licensed Captain
An experienced, USCG-licensed captain runs the boat. You run the vibe.
Fully Private — Up to 6 Guests
The whole boat is yours. No strangers, no shared tours.
Snacks & Refreshments
Light snacks and non-alcoholic drinks are included. BYOB is welcome.
All Safety Gear
Life jackets, flares, first aid — all aboard and Coast Guard compliant.
The Route
Liberty Harbor to the Statue of Liberty and beyond — we'll work out a route before you depart.

Standard Season

Weekends open for booking May 1 through September 30. Weekday and off-season charters available by arrangement.

Weekends available May 1 – Sept 30 Depart 8 am – 6 pm

Upcoming dates

Special Event Pricing

High-demand dates and major events are priced as full charters, with departure windows timed to cover the event from start to finish.

Jul 3 , 2026
Tall Ships Parade, East River
$3000 per charter
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Jul 4 , 2026
Fireworks Cruise or Tall Ships Parade
$6000 per charter
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Jul 5 – Jul 8, 2026
July 4th Week
$3000 per charter
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Sep 7 , 2026
Labor Day
$3000 per charter
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Holidays & events

Some dates are one of a kind.

🎆 July 4th Week — Sail4th 250

America's 250th anniversary brings 30+ tall ships from 32 countries into New York Harbor, July 3–8, 2026. The Blue Angels fly overhead. The fireworks are July 4th. Custom rates apply for this week — see the full program and book.

🏖️ Summer Holiday Weekends

Memorial Day, Labor Day, and other high-demand holiday weekends may carry adjusted pricing. Check the booking calendar — pricing for each available date is shown directly on the calendar.

Ready to get out there?

Check dates on the calendar — pricing for each day is shown before you book.

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