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.
Chincoteague 11
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Assateague Adventures Kayak Tours & Kayak Rentals
7470 Memorial Park Dr, Chincoteague, VA 23336
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Captain Dan's Around The Island Tours
4161 Main St, Chincoteague, VA 23336-2464
08:00–19:00
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Assateague Explorer Cruises & Kayaking - See Wild Ponies & Wildlife
2246 Curtis Merritt Harbor Dr, Chincoteague, VA 23336
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Saltwater Pony Tours
2246 Curtis Merritt Harbor Drive FLOATING DOCK #1, Chincoteague, VA 23336
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Cowboy Cruise Company
2246 Curtis Merritt Harbor Dr, Chincoteague, VA 23336
8 A.M. – 6 P.M.
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Chincoteague Island Adventures
4436 Williams Ln, Chincoteague, VA 23336
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Daisey's Island Cruises
2246 Curtis Merritt Harbor Dr, Chincoteague, VA 23336
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Captain Casey's Island Cruises
2246 Curtis Merritt Harbor Dr, Chincoteague, VA 23336
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Daisey's Island Cruises
4103 Main St, Chincoteague, VA 23336
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White Lightning Charters, LLC
4113 Main St, Chincoteague, VA 23336
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Chincoteague Boat Tours
7518 Eastside Road Dock slip 3, Chincoteague, VA 23336
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Chesapeake Bay Pedal Club
701 General Booth Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
Wed–Su 11:00-19:00
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Marine Concepts Yacht Sales & Charter
2109 W Great Neck Rd Ste 107, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
Mon–Fri 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
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Rudee Tours
200 Winston Salem Ave, Virginia Beach, VA 23451-3635
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Pirate Parasail
227 Mediterranean Ave, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
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Noah Jenda Cruises
2101 Cricket Ct, Virginia Beach, VA 23454-2805
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Knot Tell'n Fishing Charters
524 Winston Salem Ave 25, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
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Patriotic Excursions
3211 Lynnhaven Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23451-1011
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Patriotic Excursions
2143 Vista Cir, Virginia Beach, VA 23451-1023
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Waverunner Fishing Charters
300 Winston Salem Ave, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
Norfolk 8
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American Rover Sailing Cruises
333 Waterside Dr, Norfolk, VA 23510-3202
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Victory Rover Naval Base Cruises
1 Waterside Dr, Norfolk, VA 23510
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Spirit of Norfolk
333 Waterside Dr, Norfolk, VA 23510
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Salty Girl charters
9500 30th Bay St, Norfolk, VA 23518
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City Cruises Norfolk
333 Waterside Dr, Norfolk, VA 23510
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Key Dreams Charter Boat Service
9500 30th Bay St, Norfolk, VA 23518
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Finao Sportfishing Charters
8166 Shore Dr, Norfolk, VA 23518-2403
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Waterside Yacht Charter
333 Waterside Dr, Norfolk, VA 23510-3202
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Schooner Windsong
11 Marina Rd, Cape Charles, VA 23310-3248
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Cape Charles Boat Tour Co
1 Marina Rd, Cape Charles, VA 23310-3248
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Earning Stripes Sport-Fishing
500 Marina Villages Cir, Cape Charles, VA 23310-2797
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Jamestown Discovery Boat Tours
2054 Jamestown Rd, Williamsburg, VA 23185
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Williamsburg Wild Airboat Tours
2054 Jamestown Rd, Williamsburg, VA 23185
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Pirate Tales Of The Chesapeake
2054 Jamestown Rd, Williamsburg, VA 23185-7911
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Potomac Paddle Club
107 N Union St, Alexandria, VA 22314-3217
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City Cruises Alexandria Water Taxi
3 Cameron St, Alexandria, VA 22314-3235
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Barnacle Bill's Wild Pony Boat Tour
2246 Curtis Meritt Harbor, Slip Ste 37, Chincoteague Island, VA 23336
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Up the bay pony tours llc
2246 Curtis Merritt Harbor Dr, Chincoteague Island, VA 23336
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Cruisin' Tikis Colonial Beach
1787 Castlewood Dr, Colonial Beach, VA 22443
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Carefree Cruises LLC
1787 Castlewood Dr D-37, Colonial Beach, VA 22443
Mineral 2
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Sunshine Swan Boat Excursions
Anna Point Ln, Mineral, VA 22551
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Lake Anna Cruises
4634 Courthouse Rd, Mineral, VA 23117-9700
Richmond 2
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Riverfront Canal Cruises
139 Virginia St, Richmond, VA 23219
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Sea Suite Cruises Rva
4708 Old Main St, Richmond, VA 23231-3038
Yorktown 2
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Yorktown Sailing Charters
425 Water St, Yorktown, VA 23690
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Schooner Alliance
425 Water St, Yorktown, VA 23690
Bavon 1
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Chesapeake Charters
343 Davis Creek Rd, Bavon, VA 23138-2160
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River Dogs Kayaking
2615 Basin Rd, Chesapeake, VA 23322-4012
Dumfries 1
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Rivershore Charters
1510 Cherry Hill Rd, Dumfries, VA 22026-2939
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Bay Fly Fishing LLC
8090 Kitchener Dr, Gloucester, VA 23061
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Williamsburg Charter Sails
8109 Yacht Haven Rd, Gloucester Point, VA 23062
Hampton 1
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Hampton Roads Harbor Tours
710 Settlers Landing Rd, Hampton, VA 23669-4028
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Sail Away! Charters
Waverly Ave, Kilmarnock, VA 22482
Louisa 1
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Lake Anna Escapes
4298 Davis Hwy, Louisa, VA 23093-4104
Moneta 1
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CruiseSML
150 Sailors Cove Dr, Moneta, VA 24121
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Dauntless
Sailing from , Petersburg, VA
Poquoson 1
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Chesapeake Bay Adventures
100 Mingee St, Poquoson, VA 23662-1126
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Mathews Deadrise Charters
384 Turpin Ln, Port Haywood, VA 23138
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Carrie B Showboat
1238 Bay St, Portsmouth, VA 23704-1839
Pulaski 1
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Claytor Lake Tiki Boat
3776 Rock House Rd, Pulaski, VA 24301-7621
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Buzzard's Point Marina
468 Buzzards Point Rd, Reedville, VA 22539
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James River Batteau Company
249 Main St, Scottsville, VA 24590
Stafford 1
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Sunset Cruises of Stafford
1415 Washington Dr, Stafford, VA 22554-2009
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Rappahannock Roundstern
531 N Church Ln, Tappahannock, VA 22560-7001
Urbanna 1
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Golden Age Charters
211 Oyster Rd, Urbanna, VA 23175
Weems 1
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Rappahannock river charters
347 Carter's Cove Dr, Weems, VA 22576
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Tip-Sea Charters at Windmill Point
40 Windjammer Ln, White Stone, VA 22578-3219
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Northern Virginia Sailing School
2001 Daniel K Ludwig Dr, Woodbridge, VA 22191
Also in Virginia
- Marinas and Harbors250
- Fishing Charters & Clubs140
- Boat Rentals80
- Tackle and Bait Shops65
- Kayak & Canoe Rentals55
- Surf Shops & Schools51
- Boat Ramps43
- Boat Storage41
- Marinas with Transient Slips34
- Scuba Diving Centers30
- Marinas and Facilities with Boat Launches22
- Marinas with Public and Private Boat Launches19
- Ferries & Water Taxis14
- Sailing and Yacht Clubs12
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 Virginia, check the 68 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 Virginia, MarinaAtlas indexes 68 qualified marine operators and survey specialists to assist buyers and insurance companies.