Excursions range from captained private sailboat rentals and sunset party boats to scheduled wildlife cruises and eco-tours. Choosing the right operator depends on whether you want a catered, hands-off experience or a BYOB group outing, as well as age restrictions for children. A map location shows where the vessel docks, but it will not tell you if fuel, captain fees, and safety gear are included in the listed rate.
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HudsonCat
15 Marin Blvd, Jersey City, NJ 07302-4412
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Setting Sail
80 Audrey Zapp Dr, Jersey City, NJ 07305
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NY Harbor Social
15 Marin Blvd, Jersey City, NJ 07302
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Sailseenyc
80 Audrey Zapp Dr, Jersey City, NJ 07305-4127
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Seanyc charters
80 Audrey Zapp Dr, Jersey City, NJ 07305
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Nyc Cycleboats
15 Marin Blvd, Jersey City, NJ 07302-4412
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Sailing Islander NYC
Liberty Harbor Marina, 100 Marin Blvd, Jersey City, NJ 07302
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New York Harbor Tours
Liberty Landing Marina, 80 Audrey Zapp Dr, Jersey City, NJ 07305
Cape May 7
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Birding By Boat on the Osprey
1212 Wilson Dr, Cape May, NJ 08204-5209
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Cape May Whale Watcher
1218 Wilson Dr, Cape May, NJ 08204-5209
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Skimmer Tours
1231 NJ-109, Cape May, NJ 08210
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Jersey Boy Charters
1231 Route 109, Cape May, NJ 08204-5215
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Cape May Charters
1218 Wilson Dr, Cape May, NJ 08204-5209
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Cape May Island Hoppers
954 Ocean Dr, Cape May, NJ 08204-5400
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Spirit of Cape May
1218 Wilson Dr, Cape May, NJ 08204-5209
Wildwood 7
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Sip N Slide Pontoons
704 W Burk Ave, Wildwood, NJ 08260
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Royal Flush Fishing
504 W Rio Grande Ave, Wildwood, NJ 08260
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Silver Bullet Tours
508 W Rio Grande Ave, Wildwood, NJ 08260
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Kick Back Tiki Cruises
704 W Burk Ave, Wildwood, NJ 08260
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Dolphin & Sight Seeing Tours
508 W Rio Grande Ave, Wildwood, NJ 08260-1526
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Shenanigans Charters
5100 Shawcrest Rd, Wildwood, NJ 08260
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Tiny Cruise Line
560 W Rio Grande Ave, Wildwood, NJ 08260
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Atlantic City Parasail
800 N New Hampshire Ave, Atlantic City, NJ 08401-2900
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Optimistic Sail Charters
557 New Jersey Ave, Atlantic City, NJ 08401
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Metamorphosis Boat Charters
600 Huron Ave, Atlantic City, NJ 08401
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Metamorphosis Boat Charters
59 Chelsea Ct, Atlantic City, NJ 08401
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Summer Breeze Sailing Charters
600 Huron Ave, Atlantic City, NJ 08401-1913
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Beachy Tiki Tour Boat
228 Bay Ave, Ocean City, NJ 08226
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Pirate Voyages
232 Bay Ave, Ocean City, NJ 08226
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Screamer Speedboat
244 Bay Ave, Ocean City, NJ 08226
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Ohana Boat Charters
242 Bay Ave, Ocean City, NJ 08226
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LBI Boat Tours
525 2nd St, Beach Haven, NJ 08008
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Queen City Cycle Boat
525 2nd St, Beach Haven, NJ 08008
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Starfish Family Fishing
525 2nd St, Beach Haven, NJ 08008-1805
Bayville 2
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Barnegat Bay Sailing Charters
100 Harbor Inn Rd, Bayville, NJ 08721-3613
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Beach Hut Sailing Adventures And Sailboat Charters
65 Bayview Ave, Bayville, NJ 08721-1103
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Jersey Coastal Adventures
13 Bay Ave, Forked River, NJ 08731-4328
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Miss Liane Sportfishing Charters
304 E Lacey Rd, Forked River, NJ 08731
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Lake Hopatcong Cruises
37 Nolans Point Park Rd, Lake Hopatcong, NJ 07849-1902
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American Dream Charters LLC
37 Nolans Point Park Rd, Lake Hopatcong, NJ 07849
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Sandbar Joe's
504 E 18th Ave, North Wildwood, NJ 08260-5549
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SJ Banana Boat Rides
982 Ash Ave, North Wildwood, NJ 08260
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Cruisin' Tikis South Jersey
324 42nd Pl, Sea Isle City, NJ 08243
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Cruisin' Tikis Sea Isle
319 42nd Pl, Sea Isle City, NJ 08243-1944
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Vista Yacht Cruises
1500 Harbor Blvd, Weehawken, NJ 07086
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Festiva Yacht Charters
1500 Harbor Blvd, Weehawken, NJ 07086
Alpine 1
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Hudson Cat Sailing Charters
Alpine Boat Basin, Alpine, NJ 07620
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Classic Boat Rides
8 Simon Lake Dr, Atlantic Highlands, NJ 07716-1259
Avalon 1
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Hit The Surf Charters
701 Avalon Blvd, Avalon, NJ 08202-1814
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LBI Luxury Charters
19 W 6th St, Barnegat Light, NJ 08006
Belmar 1
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Jersey Shore Whale Watching Tours
905 State Route 35, Belmar, NJ 07719-2368
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Jersey Shore Boat Tours
Trixie’s Landing, 305 Brennan Concourse, Berkeley Twp, NJ 08721
Brick 1
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Cruisin' Tiki Point Pleasant
1600 NJ-70, Brick, NJ 08724
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Brigantine Charters
434 W Shore Dr, Brigantine, NJ 08203
Camden 1
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Philadelphia Cruise Co.
1 Riverside Dr, Camden, NJ 08103-1037
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Sinterra Marine Charters
Henry Hudson Dr, Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632
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Gloucester City Sail
512 Monmouth St, Gloucester City, NJ 08040
Hewitt 1
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The Greenwood Lake Experience
538 Lakeside Rd, Hewitt, NJ 07421-2907
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Salty Dog Watersport Charters
1 Atlantic St, Highlands, NJ 07732-1501
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Seaside Sailing
12 Lake Dr, Island Heights, NJ 08732
Keyport 1
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Jade Turismo
357 W Front St, Keyport, NJ 07735-1043
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Ebbtide Fishing Charters
1707 State Route 35, Laurence Harbor, NJ 08879-2562
Linwood 1
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Somers Point Public Boat Ramps NJ
1 Sea Garden Dr, Linwood, NJ 08221-2162
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Cape May Island Hoppers
Utsch’s Marina, 1121 NJ-109 Slip H-9, Lower Twp, NJ 08204
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Cruisin' Tikis Long Beach Island
2304 E Bay Ave, Manahawkin, NJ 08050
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Makai Tiki Tours
9707 Amherst Ave, Margate City, NJ 08402
Moonachie 1
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Las Olas Gondola, Inc.
9 Willow St, Moonachie, NJ 07074-1502
NEPTUNE 1
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Wots Up Dock Fishing Charter
302 S Concourse, NEPTUNE, NJ 07753
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Sandy Bottom Charters
302 S Concourse, Neptune Twp, NJ 07753-5206
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Historic Yacht Charter, Inc.
417 River St, Oceanport, NJ 07757-1514
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Morning Dew Sport Fishing
260 Front St, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861-4417
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Riverside Yachting
1 Corrigan Ave, Pine Beach, NJ 08741-1411
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Point Pleasant Parasail
81 Inlet Dr, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742
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Seaside Tiki Tours
1200 NJ-35, Seaside Heights, NJ 08751
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Bayside Excursions
246 N St, Seaside Park, NJ 08752
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Whale Creek Marina
100 Taylor Ave, Strathmere, NJ 08248
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River Lady Cruises
1 Robbins Pkwy, Toms River, NJ 08753-7683
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Bottom Dweller Adventures
338 S Green St, Tuckerton, NJ 08087-2527
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Good to know
What is the difference between a boat tour and a boat charter?
A boat tour sells individual tickets on a scheduled route with a set itinerary and shared passengers. A charter reserves the entire vessel for your private group, often allowing custom routes, flexible departure times, and personalized food or drink options.
Are food and drinks usually provided on board?
Larger sightseeing tours often feature a cash bar or light snacks, while private charters frequently operate on a BYOB basis with ice and coolers provided. Always check local regulations and company rules regarding glass containers and alcohol before boarding.
How much do boat tours and charters typically cost?
Shared passenger tours typically cost between $30 and $90 per person depending on the duration and destination. Private charters generally start around $300 to $600 for a few hours on a smaller craft, while larger yachts or specialized sail charters can run $1,000 or more.
How to shrink wrap a boat?
To shrink wrap a boat, cover support structures with protective padding, lay the shrink film across the hull, heat-shrink it with a heat gun, and add ventilation ports. For large vessels or professional weatherproofing in New Jersey, check the 78 marine service providers cataloged on MarinaAtlas.
What is a marine survey?
A marine survey is a detailed inspection of a boat's hull, mechanical systems, and overall condition conducted by a certified surveyor. Across New Jersey, MarinaAtlas indexes 78 qualified marine operators and survey specialists to assist buyers and insurance companies.