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DINNER CRUISES NJ - SIGHTSEEING CRUISES NJ

Dinner Cruises by Charter only Festiva Charters  Hudson River 973-626-1846 or 732-910-1610 Charter a Yacht for an amazing dinner cruise Looking for a unique location for that special party or event and want it to be remembered for years? Step aboard Festiva, New York’s premiere mid-sized motor yacht, and make this year’s corporate or private event the most memorable ever! Experience breathtaking views of the spectacular New York City skyline, while dining on an exclusive menu created by Chef Linda Tintle, a French Culinary Institute-trained private chef. Dance under the stars on New York’s largest floating dance floor. Or simply relax and enjoy the view on the wrap-around deck seating. Great for any type of Event! Festiva is the perfect location for parties of 40-100 people comfortably (certified for 149 passengers). It features two decks, removable top deck canopy, dance floor, experienced DJ, sound and light system, karaoke, two bars, buffet dining, day and night cruises, and friendly staff. Festiva is the perfect location for parties of 40-100 people comfortably (certified for 149 passengers). Call Festiva at 973-626-1846 or 732-910-1610 to hear about our favorable rates or arrange a tour. Proposals based on estimated guest count, length of cruise, bar package will be emailed immediately along with menu options. Package pricing available. What: Dinner cruise charters for any type of event. Click Here to see available dinner menus. Yacht Charters for any type of event. Many packages to choose from. Where: Sails from several NJ and NY Marinas. Click here to see the Marinas. Call Festiva at 973-626-1846 or 732-910-1610 to hear about our favorable rates or arrange a tour. When: Sails year round by appointment. Please visit our website for more information.

Scheduled Dinner Cruises from May through September River Lady Toms River Mid-day magic aboard the River Lady brings forth the tranquility of the sea air with a mid-day meal guaranteed to make your day memorable. During this cruise your Captain will present a historical commentary and a delectable lunch will be served. As time passes you will see some of the most beautiful sights in the area. As the cruise comes to an end you will have experienced the delightful ambiance of good old fashioned dining aboard an authentic paddleboat. What: Beautiful Lunch and Dinner Cruises. Every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday - and some Wednesdays. To see their full schedule please Click kere. The River Lady splendidly captures the ambience of a 19th century Mississippi Paddleboat. The interior design of the lower deck is of the Victorian style The deck is completely enclosed and is climate controlled for year round comfort. Where: 1 Robbins Parkway Toms River NJ 732-349-8664

Scheduled Dinner Cruises sailing year round Cornucopia Dinner cruise Perth Amboy Where: Located on the Harbor Side Perth Amboy at the foot of Smith St.in the Ferry Slip. Look for the parking lot for Cornucopia Cruise Line. 732-697-9500. What: Intimate romantic Dinner Cruises. All dinner and Brunch cruises have either a live band or a D.J. The lunch and brunch cruises have a D.J. Dining, dancing and sailing aboard the Cornucopia Princess and The Cornucopia Destiny make any evening out a special affair. Cruises are approximately 4- 41/2 hours.  Thursday - Boards at 6:30 PM - Sails at 7:00 PM - Returns 11:00 PM - $64.95 Friday - Boards at 7:00 PM - Sails at 7:30 PM - Returns 11:30 PM - $64.95  Saturday - Boards at 7:00 PM - Sails at 7:30 PM - Returns 11:30 PM - $74.95 Sunday - Boards at 5:00 PM - Sails at 5:30 PM - Returns 9:30 PM - $64.95

 

Dinner Cruises by Charter only Atlantic Highlands Princess   Atlantc Highlands NJ Welcome aboard the Atlantic Highlands Princess Monmouth counties premier cruise boat. We have introduced the most unique trend in party planning. Together with nature’s beauty, magnificent sunsets and beautiful breezes, your special event will surpass any affair, be it an elegant dinner party or alight and fun brunch on the river. Once you step aboard our beautiful yacht you are sure to experience superior service, impeccable cuisine, and a serene ambiance of the Navesink and Schrewsbury rivers unmatched by any other facility. What: The Atlantic Highlands Princess is an elegant 66-foot victorian styled dinner cruise riverboat. The Atlantic Highlands Princess provides guests with two fully enclosed decks. The main salon and second deck of the Atlantic Highlands Princess can accommodate a dinner cruise for up to 140 passengers. Full service bar with large picture windows that offer guests a full view of the breathtaking scenery that passes by as you cruise along the the Navesink and Shrewsbury Rivers. Where: Atlantic Highlands, NJ. 732-291-4141 See full cruising schedule here

SIGHTSEEING CRUISES IN
NEW JERSEY

SeaStreak - Sightseeing Cruises Highlands NJ  1-800-262-8743 SeaStreak LLC offers fast passenger ferry service from points in Monmouth County, New Jersey to Manhattan. In addition to ferry service SeaStreak offers many special events year round. For sightseeing, you can simply sail over to New York City or you can stay on the boat and take a 2 hour sightseeing cruise and see the sights of the Sandy Hook Bay and the Lower Manhattan Harbor. (Charters also available). All SeaStreak vessels offer indoor and outdoor seating, a full service cash bar, restrooms and complimentary parking at our NJ locations. Guests are welcome to bring their own food onboard. Group rates are available. 1-800-BOATRIDE (800) 262-8743 http://www.seastreak.com/sightseeing.aspx. What: Sightseeing Cruises and passenger service Where: Sails to and from 5 locations. See locations When: See Sightseeing schedule. See daily passenger ferry service. See Events. Fares: Different fares. See Fares Contact: 1-800-262-8743 Website:  SeaStreak Serving Monmouth County NJ and NYC

Sightseeing Cruises by Charter only Festiva Charters  Hudson River 973-626-1846 or 732-910-1610 Charter a Yacht for a sight-seeing cruise Looking for a unique location for that special party or event and want it to be remembered for years? Step aboard Festiva, New York’s premiere mid-sized motor yacht, and make this year’s corporate or private event the most memorable ever! Charter a sight-seeing Cruise today and experience breathtaking views of the spectacular New York City skyline. Dance under the stars on New York’s largest floating dance floor. Or simply relax and enjoy the view on the wrap-around deck seating. Great for any type of Event! Festiva is the perfect location for parties of 40-100 people comfortably (certified for 149 passengers). It features two decks, removable top deck canopy, dance floor, experienced DJ, sound and light system, karaoke, two bars, buffet dining, day and night cruises, and friendly staff. Festiva is the perfect location for parties of 40-100 people comfortably (certified for 149 passengers). Call Festiva at 973-626-1846 or 732-910-1610 to hear about our favorable rates or arrange a tour. Proposals based on estimated guest count, length of cruise, bar package will be emailed immediately along with menu options. Package pricing available. What: Sightseeing cruise charters and dinner cruise charters for any type of event. Click Here to see available dinner menus. Yacht Charters for any type of event. Many packages to choose from. Where: Sails from several NJ and NY Marinas. Click here to see the Marinas. Call Festiva at 973-626-1846 or 732-910-1610 to hear about our favorable rates or arrange a tour. When: Sails year round by appointment. Please visit our website for more information.

Atlantic City Cruises
Atlantic City NJ   

Where: 800 N. New Hampshire Avenue Atlantic City 609-347-7600.

What: Take a Morning Skyline cruise! An amazingly refreshing way to start your day is on the narrated morning cruise along the ocean front skyline of Atlantic City. The tour is one hour long. Cruises depart daily June 23rd - September 5th at 10:30 AM. If your looking for a relaxing sightseeing cruise in NJ, this is a very good choice!

Atlantic city Cruises also offers 4 other fantastic daily cruises

Marine Mammal Adventure Sails Daily May 29- Sept 19
Happy Hour Cocktail cruise Sails Wed- Sat June 26 - September 8 at 6 PM
Harbor tour Sails Daily May 29- September 19 at 4 PM
Special Occasion tours Many fun trips throughout the year

Zephyr Harbor Seaport Liberty Cruises
New York 

There's one New York harbor sightseeing cruise that offers something no others can: luxury. Its name...ZEPHYR Seaport Liberty Cruise. Climb aboard this one-of-a-kind yacht for a one-hour cruise and the opportunity to view New York City from the comfort of multiple climate-controlled decks. Surrounded by spectacular sights outside and elegant amenities inside, you will glide past many of New York's most legendary landmarks, including the Statue of Liberty, the Empire State Building, the Chrysler Building and the Brooklyn Bridge. From start to finish, ZEPHYR provides a unique fun-filled experience. Departs from Pier 16 in the historic South Street Seaport in Downtown Manhattan.

What: 1 hour cruise of NY and NJ from the Hudson River. Sails from South Street Seaport - Pier 16, and passses many of New York's most legendary landmarks, including the Statue of Liberty, the Empire State Building, the Chrysler Building and the Brooklyn Bridge. Year-round service, except for Christmas Day. Snack bar.

When: Sails from March to December. See sailing schedule.

Where: Sails from South Street Seaport - Pier 16.

Also see their "Shark Speedboat Thrill rides": Experience 30-minute speedboat ride abord the SHARK that captures the excitement and energy of the city as it screams out of South Street Seaport's Pier 16 in a shower of waves. And it's more than just the thrill of wind and water in your hair. It's a full-fledged show featuring a tour, music and plenty of laughs for up to 135 passengers and it's a great trip for students and corporate groups. Runs May through September. See the Shark Speedboat Thrill ride schedule.

See all of their other special cruises that they offer throught the year

Barnegat Bay Sailing Charters
Bayville NJ

Where: Cedar Creek Marina - 100 Harbor Inn Road Bayville NJ 732-269-1351.

What: Experience the beauty of Barnegat Bay under sail.  Relax and enjoy a carefree cruise aboard the thirty foot sailing vessel MARGARITA.

Cape May Whale Watcher
Cape May


Where: Sails from the Miss Chris Marina, 2nd Ave. & Wilson Drive, Cape May, New Jersey 800-786-5445 or 609-884-5445. (Cruises are available from March to December) 

What: Climb aboard the 100 ft boat Cape May Whale Watcher to view humpback and fin back whales, sea birds, dolphins, sea and the beautiful Cape May peninsula. Dinner and lighthouse cruises are also available. Whale watching in New Jersey at it's best!

Schooner AJ Meerwald
Port Norris NJ

Where: 2800 High Street Bivalve - Port Norris NJ 856-785-2060

What: The A.J. MEERWALD sails April through October from many ports throughout the New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware tri-state area. They offer many different types of public sails and private charters. The cost for public sails is $15 for children (12 years and under) and $30 for adults for the morning and afternoon sails. For evening sails the cost is $35 for all passengers. See their upcoming Public schedule.

OTHER CRUISES IN NJ

River Belle
Point Pleasant (732) 892-3377
Sails from Broadway Basin at 47 Broadway in Point Pleasant Beach. This 80-foot replica of a Mississippi River paddle-wheeler cruises the picturesque intracoastal waterway up the Manasquan River and Barnegat Bay daily. Luncheon and dinner cruises, twilight cruises and starlight excursions with DJ and dancing depart several times during the week.

Duke of Fluke
Higbee Ave. at the Bay Somers Pt, NJ  (609)-926-2280 (609)-822-2272
Don't feel like fishing? Duke of Fluke offers many other activities while in the Ocean City area including Eco-Tours, Family day trips and more! The Eco-tour is a weekly narrated nature tour.

Atlantis
Brielle (908) 528-6620
Sails from Began's Basin, 800 Ashley Ave, in Brielle. The Atlantis, a 110-foot passenger vessel, departs every Sat and Sun from mid-May through September. Take a five-hour whale - and bird-watching cruise where you can see Finback, Humpback, and Meinke whales. Enjoy the comfort of a heated cabin, heated handrails and a full snack bar. 

Black Whale Cruises
Beach Haven (609) 492-0333
Sails from Centre St. and the Bay In Beach Haven. A scenic one-hour back bay cruise during the early evening, Mon.through Fri. Experience the beauty of the coast and the excitement of Atlantic City, all in one day! Passengers are treated to a 90-minute ride to Trump Castle in Atlantic City where they can spend five hours in this famous resort before returning. Live entertainment, cash bar and snack bar are all available on board ship.

Cape May-Lewes Ferry
Cape May (609) 886-9699
Sails from the Terminal Building in Cape May. This popular auto/passenger ferry offers daily and evening cruises to Lewes, Delaware, on the beautiful Delaware Bay, Food and beverages are sold on board. Ask about the summer passenger incentive program, "A Fare to Remember."

Cape May Whale Watch and Research Center
Cape May (609) 898-0055.
Sails from Rte. 109 and Wilson Dr. in Cape May. A ride on this 75-foot double-hulled whale watcher is a unique adventure. The cruise features lectured tours by naturalists who identify whale, dolphin and water-bird sightings along with a picturesque view of historic Cape May. Daily departures Apr. through Nov. The boat is complete with both a cash and snack bar.

Big Flamingo
Wildwood Crest (609) 522-3934
Sails from 6006 Park Blvd. and Cardinal Rd. in Wildwood Crest. Enjoy dolphin- and whale-watching trips along the beautiful southern New Jersey Shore.

CRUISIN-1.
Sea Isle City  (800) CRUISN-1.
Sails from 42nd St. and the Bay in Sea Isle City. Dolphin and mammal sightseeing cruises depart daily from this lovely seaside town. Morning, sunset,dinner and moonlight dance cruises are also available.

North Star and Evening Star
Ocean City NJ (609) 399-7588.
Sails from 9th and Palen Sts. in Ocean City, near Somers Point bridge. Marine mammal environmental tours are given with a full commentary by a science naturalist. Cruise the back bays, inlets and ocean by Atlantic City, Somers Point and Ocean City. Fishing excursions are also available.

Sandy Hook Lady
Atlantic Highlands (908) 291-4354.
Sails from the Atlantic Highlands Harbor off Rte. 36 in Atlantic Highlands. The Shrewsbury and the Navesink rivers are the cruising grounds for this 85-foot paddle-wheeler. Narrated lunch cruises, dinner cruises, theme nights, sightseeing, moonlit cruises and Sunday brunches are all enhanced by a Victorian-style bar and restaurant. Reservations a must.

Yankee Schooner
Cape May/Wildwood Crest (609) 884-1919
Sails from the Ocean Highway Docks This 80-foot-tall ship cruises along the Jersey shore; dolphin sightings, historical narrative; refreshments and soft drinks included.

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