Sunset Sail Charter in Salem

Make time together aboard Malabar X, a 1930s John Alden-designed classic schooner. Enjoy a private outing tailored to your group with a dedicated captain and crew.

• Celebrate special occasions in a private setting
• Relax with your group aboard a historic yacht
• Discover the character and history of a classic schooner
• Customize your time on the water around your group

Itinerary

1. Meet & Greet with the Captain at Salem Landing 2. Boarding Begins (15 Minutes Prior to Departure) – step aboard the historic schooner and settle in 3. Welcome Aboard & Safety Briefing with the captain and crew 4. Cast Off the Lines and depart the dock 5. Set Sail – engine off, sails raised (guest participation welcome) 6. Beverage & Cocktail Service begins as you relax under sail 7. Landmark Sightings of islands, lighthouses, and historic harbor views 8. Take a Turn at the Helm for fun or the perfect photo opportunity 9. Tack Through Salem Sound enjoying the power and grace of classic sailing 10. Storytelling & Q&A with the captain and knowledgeable crew 11. Scenic Shoreline Views of Beverly, Manchester-by-the-Sea, Marblehead, and Salem 12. Lower Sails & Prepare for Return 13. Close Out Bar Tabs while approaching the dock 14. Return to Salem Landing & Disembark, leaving with a lasting impression of the ship, the crew, and Salem from a whole new perspective

What's Included

• Coolers with ice
• La Croix
• Bottled water

Important details

• Arrive ready to board 15 minutes before departure
• Bring a sweater, jacket, or windbreaker, plus weather-appropriate hats, sunscreen, and sunglasses
• Crew gratuity is not included in the listed price; customary gratuity is 20–25% of the trip price
• Sailing may be canceled if the captain determines conditions are unsafe