One of the best parts about living on Long Island is we’re surrounded by water! With hundreds of miles of coastlines and stunning beaches, coves, and harbors, exploring Long Island by water is a popular pastime of our REALTORS®. Local boat tours offer a great setting for special events, romantic dates, or family-friendly weekend activities. Many local companies are getting ready to open for the spring season. If you’re ready to set sail, here are some of our favorite boat tour companies in the area.
- Port Water Taxi – 347 Main St., Port Washington, NY 11050
Explore beautiful Manhasset Bay on a Crosby-launch-style boat with Port Water Taxi. These ride-along mini tours take place on the hour from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily and depart from Port Washington Town Dock. They’re about 30 minutes long and $10 per person. Bring your favorite snack and a beverage, and while you’re in the neighborhood, be sure to visit these stunning Port Washington homes for sale. - Long Beach Charter Cruises – 218 E. Park Ave., Long Beach, NY 11561
Whether you’re planning a special event or simply want to enjoy the sunset, a Long Beach Charter Cruise is a blast. This tour company offers ride-along tours and sunset cruises. Boats travel to Point Lookout, Freeport, Baldwin, Wantagh, and Atlantic Beach. Bring your own food, wine, or beer to enjoy onboard. Pricing starts at $595 for a 2-hour cruise, $895 for a 3-hour cruise, and $1,195 for a 4-hour cruise. This tour company is conveniently located near some beautiful Nassau County homes for sale. - Freeport Water Taxi – 211 Woodcleft Ave., Freeport, NY 11520
Experience the South Shore like never before with a Freeport Water Taxi cruise. This tour company offers a variety of cruises like a Sunset Cruise, a Karaoke Cruise, Happy Hour, Seal Watching, and more. Cruises take place Thursday through Sunday. The 2024 cruise season kicks off on May 10. Season passes are available! - The Waterfront Center – 1 W. End Ave., Oyster Bay, NY 11771
If you’re looking for the perfect boat tour around Oyster Bay, check out some of the offerings from The Waterfront Center. Take a Harbor Tour, a Sunset Cruise, or a Marine Ecology Cruise. Private charters are also available for weddings, showers, and parties. Many tours take place on the historic Christeen, the oldest oyster sloop in America. - Captain Fish – 118 W. Broadway, Port Jefferson, NY 11777
For some of the best fishing charters on Long Island, visit Captain Fish. Climb onboard a 25.5-foot Parker Pilothouse, fully equipped with fishing gear, electronics, and safety equipment. This charter will take you out into the Port Jefferson waters, where you can catch Fluke, Porgy, Sea Bass, Blackfish, Albacore, and much more. Bathrooms are onboard, and charters are limited to six passengers. After your fishing tour, check out some of our favorite Port Jefferson homes for sale.
Long Island offers endless opportunities for boat lovers to hit the open water. Contact us today for more information about living in the area, including these Suffolk homes for sale.