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    Private Captained 30' Boat Cruise in Newport Beach

    Private harbor cruise with a captain, lounge seating and space for your own food and drinks

    4.8 stars• 83 reviews

    Duration

    2–10 hrs

    Ideal For

    Up to 12 people

    Includes

    Captain, water toys, bathroom

    Highlights

    Explore Newport Harbor on a private 30-foot open-bow boat with a captain at the helm. Cruise past waterfront homes and yachts at your own pace.

    • Explore Newport Harbor's waterfront homes and yachts
    • Bring food and drinks to enjoy during your private cruise
    • Relax in luxury lounge seating under the Bimini shade top
    • Listen to your playlist through the premium Bluetooth stereo

    What's Included

    • Captain
    • Bathroom and sink
    • Safety gear and life vests
    • Floating pad and water toys
    • Cooler

    Important details

    • Arrive early to allow time for parking and traffic; late arrivals reduce your charter time
    • You'll pay the captain $70 per hour at the dock, not included in the listed price; major holidays are $100 per hour
    • Settle the captain fee with cash, Zelle, or Venmo

    Cancellation Policy

    Receive an 80% refund with 5 days' notice. Reschedule once up to 24 hours before. No refund for no-shows or previously rescheduled bookings. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.

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    FAQs

    The 30-foot boat accommodates up to 12 people.

    No. Bring your own ice for food and drinks.

    Meeting details

    Balboa Marina, 201 East Coast Highway, Newport Beach, CA 92660

    Experience provided by BayWatch Boat Charters

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    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    We had a wonderful trip out to emerald Bay and Captain b was the best that we could have had. He treated us so well and we got to see ospreys and even a bear. The bay was beautiful and so is the company. Thank you so much!

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    April Scott

    August 24, 2026

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    5/5

    We had a wonderful trip out to emerald Bay and Captain b was the best that we could have had. He treated us so well and we got to see ospreys and even a bear. The bay was beautiful and so is the company. Thank you so much!

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    April Scott

    August 24, 2026

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