Cruise Olympia’s harbor on a private 1-hour motorboat ride with a welcome drink
1 Hour
Up to 6 people
Private cruise, Captain, Beverages
Explore Olympia’s shoreline on a 1-hour private cruise aboard “Manna,” a classic 28’ motorboat with cushioned bench seating. Ride with a professional captain and enjoy time on the water with your group.
Boarding requires stepping from the dock into the boat; the cabin toilet is accessed via a hatch and step ladder and may be difficult for limited mobility. Swimming is only allowed with captain permission and requires signing a swim waiver.
Cancel 2 weeks in advance for a full refund. Reschedule 2 weeks in advance with no extra fee; otherwise a reschedule fee of 25% of your booking cost applies. Operator may contact you to reschedule due to severe wind or thunderstorms. No refunds due to wildfire smoke. No refunds for rescheduled sails.
Arrive early to allow time for parking, especially on Friday and Saturday evenings when the marina can be busy. The crew runs charters back to back, so you may need to wait for the boat to return, and you won’t board early.
You’ll get a welcome beverage once you’re underway. Drinking water isn’t provided, so bring your own. You can also bring your own drinks and snacks; the captain can cut someone off if needed.
Use the shore restrooms before boarding if you can. On the boat, you may use a small toilet in the main cabin, but it requires stepping through a chest-high hatch and going down a step ladder, which can be difficult if you have limited mobility.
Boston Harbor Marina
Cosima and her crew have built something genuinely special on the water in Olympia. Guests rave about the warmth and knowledge the family brings to every outing, and the personal touches, like complimentary cocktails, cozy wood-burning stoves, and stunning views of Mount Rainier and the Olympics, make each cruise feel like a carefully curated experience rather than a generic boat tour. The fleet includes a classic schooner and the Manna, a charming trawler with a sun deck and enclosed seating perfect for year-round sailing. Reviewers consistently highlight how close to the water you feel on both vessels, and the BYOB and bring-your-own-food policy makes it easy to customize the outing. Sunset cruises and special occasions like birthdays and even weddings come up frequently, with Cosima going out of her way to make those moments memorable. One minor piece of feedback that surfaced was that communication between the captain and passengers could be a little tricky when the boat is underway, though this came from a single reviewer and didn't seem to dampen anyone's overall enjoyment. If you're looking for a relaxed, scenic escape with genuine hosts who clearly love what they do, this one is worth booking.
I cannot say enough good things about the experience yesterday. The schooner is so beautiful, and it was interesting to hear about Cosima and Ocean's history and the love their family has for sailing and how this ship came to be. They were the perfect hosts, and it was such a delightful cruise and wonderful way to spend a birthday. I'm already thinking of when we can come back for another excursion. Highly recommend as a gorgeous way to explore the area!
Julie Kipp
May 11, 2026
I cannot say enough good things about the experience yesterday. The schooner is so beautiful, and it was interesting to hear about Cosima and Ocean's history and the love their family has for sailing and how this ship came to be. They were the perfect hosts, and it was such a delightful cruise and wonderful way to spend a birthday. I'm already thinking of when we can come back for another excursion. Highly recommend as a gorgeous way to explore the area!
Julie Kipp
May 11, 2026