Sail New York Harbor on a private 3-hour charter for up to 6 guests
3 Hours
Up to 6 people
Private sail, Captain, Crew
Set sail on a three-hour private daytime charter in New York Harbor with your own captain and crew. Cruise past sights like the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, Governors Island, and the Freedom Tower.
Maximum group size is 6 guests. Passengers 12 and under are required by law to wear life jackets; USCG approved life jackets are available on board. Gratuity is only included if added during checkout.
Cancelled if weather is inclement, as determined by the captain. Charters will occur in light rain, cloudy skies, and small craft warnings. You may cancel 24 hours before start for a full refund only if you purchased the optional 24-hour cancellation insurance.
Product ID: B8NFS7
Arrive 15 minutes before your charter start time.
Bring up to 6 guests total on your charter.
Yes. Bring your own food and drinks (alcoholic or non-alcoholic). Plan for picnic-style snacks and easy-to-eat items like sandwiches.
Pier 25 at Hudson River Park
Sailing around New York Harbor with this crew has become a go-to experience for visitors and locals alike, with many guests returning year after year. The captains, including Mike, Thomas, Kara, Ken, and Rick, consistently earn praise for being warm, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about what they do. First mates like Natasha, Claudia, and Daniel add to the welcoming atmosphere, making everyone feel at home from the moment they step aboard. The sailboat itself seems to be a big part of the appeal. Guests frequently note how different it feels compared to a typical ferry or motorboat tour, especially during sunset when the views of the Manhattan skyline and Statue of Liberty are at their best. The booking process also gets high marks, with a responsive office team that makes planning easy. One pattern worth noting is that several guests wished they had booked the three-hour option rather than two, so it may be worth considering the longer sail if your schedule allows.
Our sailing outing was fantastic, we could not have asked for a better experience. Thomas (our captain and owner of Sail Sunset) was very helpful, informative and friendly. The communications with him were very clear and reliable, and everything went very smoothly. The sailing was amazing: we went to the Statue of Liberty and back, and enjoyed a fantastic sunset. If you're looking for an extraordinary sailing experience in NY Harbor, I could not recommend Sail Sunset more strongly.
Giorgio Topa
August 2, 2026
Our sailing outing was fantastic, we could not have asked for a better experience. Thomas (our captain and owner of Sail Sunset) was very helpful, informative and friendly. The communications with him were very clear and reliable, and everything went very smoothly. The sailing was amazing: we went to the Statue of Liberty and back, and enjoyed a fantastic sunset. If you're looking for an extraordinary sailing experience in NY Harbor, I could not recommend Sail Sunset more strongly.
Giorgio Topa
August 2, 2026
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