Enjoy a 75-minute private cruise with indoor lounge and open-air seating for up to six
75 minutes
Up to 6 people
Driver, Bottled water, Wine glasses
Relax on a private 75-minute cruise along the Napa River aboard a 22' electric Duffy SunCruiser. Enjoy enclosed lounge seating or an open-air deck as you take in historic architecture, rolling hills, and local wildlife.
Maximum 6 guests per charter; all ages welcome. Children 12 and under must wear life jackets while onboard. No pets or additional food; cruises run rain or shine.
This booking is for the whole experience, which fits up to 6 guests.
Refunds valid if you cancel at least 3 days prior to departure date, no refunds or changes within 3 days of departure date. The BOATNAPA River Cruise runs rain or shine.
Product ID: 4TQK7Q
Yes. You must complete a waiver agreement before your cruise.
You can bring your own drinks (bring your own booze). No additional food is allowed onboard.
All ages are welcome. Life jackets are available onboard, and children under 13 are required to wear a life jacket during the charter.
This provider offers a slice of Venice right in Napa Valley, and guests are genuinely charmed by the experience. The authentic gondolas imported from Italy set the stage, but it's really the gondoliers who steal the show. Names like Jim, Haven, Sean, and Justin come up repeatedly, with reviewers raving about their singing (especially under bridges for the acoustics), storytelling, and ability to create romantic, memorable moments. Beyond gondolas, kayak tours get enthusiastic mentions too, with guides sharing local history before letting paddlers explore the river at their own pace. What makes this stand out is how well it works for different groups. Couples love the sunset rides and serenades for date nights, families bring toddlers who are completely enchanted, and multi-generational groups from age 12 to 77 all find something to enjoy. The wildlife sightings add unexpected delight (ducks are common, dolphins are a lucky bonus), and the peaceful perspective of Napa from the water feels refreshingly different from the usual wine country activities. The Remy Bar Boat cruise also gets a shout-out for luxurious vibes. Pricing seems reasonable for what you get, and the hour-long experiences leave people wanting to return.
We had an excellent experience riding their hour long Gondola cruise during sunset.they accommodated us even though we arrived 45 mins early than the booked time. Life jacket was provided for the kid and we got Rugs to.cover us from the cold. The ride on the Napa river was serene and peaceful. Our Gondolier was knowledgeable and he sung multiple songs for us. He took us till the Ox bow curve of the river and then returned.We thoughrouly enjoyed the ride listening to history and songs. Highly recommend if you are visiting Napa.
Hemanth Shriyan
July 5, 2026
We had an excellent experience riding their hour long Gondola cruise during sunset.they accommodated us even though we arrived 45 mins early than the booked time. Life jacket was provided for the kid and we got Rugs to.cover us from the cold. The ride on the Napa river was serene and peaceful. Our Gondolier was knowledgeable and he sung multiple songs for us. He took us till the Ox bow curve of the river and then returned.We thoughrouly enjoyed the ride listening to history and songs. Highly recommend if you are visiting Napa.
Hemanth Shriyan
July 5, 2026
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