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    Ride A 1-Hour Pirate Cruise In Wildwood Crest

    Join the Dark Star for a 1-hour family pirate cruise

    4.6 stars• 663 reviews
    From$31/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    1 hour

    Includes

    Face painting, eye patch

    Highlights

    Step aboard the Dark Star, a 50-foot pirate-themed ship, and cruise close to shore on Sunset Lake. Enjoy pirate stories, music, and a kid-friendly treasure hunt.

    • Board a 50-foot modern-day pirate ship
    • Listen to pirate stories from the onboard crew
    • Join a treasure hunt during the cruise
    • Enjoy music and pirate-themed entertainment
    • Stay close to shore on Sunset Lake

    What's Included

    • Face painting
    • Eye patch
    • Letter of Marque certificate

    Things to know

    Food and drinks are not allowed on board, including alcohol. The ship is not wheelchair accessible. Customary gratuity for the crew is 20%.

    Cancellation Policy

    Once purchased, tickets cannot be refunded and cannot be rescheduled. The seller may cancel up to an hour before start time due to severe or unsafe weather; if cancelled, you can reschedule (subject to availability) or receive credit for a future event.

    FAQs

    Arrive 30 minutes before departure. Face painting runs for 20 minutes before departure and closes 10 minutes before departure so boarding can begin.

    No. You can’t bring food or drinks on board, including alcohol.

    Yes. There is one head (bathroom) below deck, but you should use the restrooms at the dock before the cruise.

    Meeting details

    6200 Park Boulevard, Wildwood Crest, NJ 08260

    Experience provided by Starlight Fleet
    Experience provided by Starlight Fleet

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    Review summary

    4.6
    Excellent
    663 reviews•Google Maps

    Starlight Fleet offers a range of memorable maritime adventures, from deep sea fishing trips to dolphin watching cruises and even pirate ship experiences. The crew consistently earns praise for being professional, friendly, and genuinely great with families and first-timers. Reviewers love how patient and helpful the staff are on fishing trips, baiting hooks, offering guidance, and even filleting your catch so you can take fish home. The dolphin watching tours are particularly popular, with many families returning year after year to spot dolphins, enjoy touch tanks for kids, and dance during the sunset cruise back to shore. The fishing excursions get strong marks, with groups regularly catching sea bass, grouper, and other fish during the 4-hour trips. Even complete beginners report having success and feeling well taken care of throughout. The boats are clean and well-maintained, and the crew knows how to create a fun atmosphere while prioritizing safety. One reviewer noted the caution wasn't an issue when waters got choppy during a hurricane scare. There's one complaint about an unpleasant interaction with ticketing staff at the booth, but the onboard experience itself seems universally positive. Overall, this provider delivers solid family-friendly adventures on the water.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 4
    5/5

    Best fishing ever

    Photo of Eugenia Lewis

    Eugenia Lewis

    October 10, 2025

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Best fishing ever

    Photo of Eugenia Lewis

    Eugenia Lewis

    October 10, 2025

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