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15 Private Harbour Charters Worth the Money

15 tours  ·  from $38 a head

A private boat stops being extravagant somewhere around six people. The 15 below are compared on the whole-boat price, how many it seats and how long you get.

Friday Evening Kingston Harbour Cruise, Sunday Beach Cruise or Charter Our Boats - Friday night: Kingston Harbour beneath the city lights
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Friday Evening Kingston Harbour Cruise, Sunday Beach Cruise or Charter Our Boats

1.Friday Evening Kingston Harbour Cruise, Sunday Beach Cruise or Charter Our Boats

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 232 reviews · from $75Our pick

Choose a three-hour Friday evening party cruise from Victoria Pier, with a DJ, Kingston Harbour views, food, and drinks, or a four-hour Sunday trip from Port Royal to Maiden Cay for lunch, music, swimming, and beach time. Both sail on a 69-foot power catamaran and carry up to 75 people.

“Awesome 🥰🥰🥰🥰. The best part of my trip to Jamaica. Excellent staff and great customers service. I will certainly do it again.”

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Tokyo: Scenic Bay Cruise with Local Guide on Private Boat - Tokyo Tower appears first
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Tokyo: Scenic Bay Cruise with Local Guide on Private Boat

2.Scenic Bay Cruise with Local Guide on Private Boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 46 reviews · from $39Top rated

Spend about an hour on a small boat from Shibaura Dock, with a local guide and captain showing you Tokyo Bay from the water. You’ll pass Tokyo Tower, Hama Rikyu Gardens, Toyosu Fish Market, Odaiba, Tokyo Skytree, and the Rainbow Bridge. Daytime trips may include seagull feeding, while sunset rides offer fine photo light. Groups are limited to seven.

“It was a really fun experience 🤚 the people were nice . You get to see the beauty of Tokyo Japan 🙌👍👍”

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Private Boat Tour of the Grand Harbour on the Island of Malta - Starting from Valletta’s waterfront
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Private Boat Tour of the Grand Harbour on the Island of Malta

3.Private Boat Tour of the Grand Harbour on the Island of Malta

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 44 reviews · 35 minutes (approx.) · from $40

Join Keith for a private 35-minute boat tour around Malta’s Grand Harbour. From the Valletta meeting point, you’ll see Fort St Elmo, Fort Ricasoli, Fort St Angelo, Senglea, and the Three Cities while hearing clear stories about the Knights of St John, wartime Malta, and the harbor’s defenses.

“A fabulous way to understand part of Malta. Keith was generous with his time and knowledge. He turned up on time, answered all our questions and filled us in on the history and architecture of the Grand Harbour”

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The Boat People Cruise Private Harbor Cruises - Sunset, Evening, and Daytime Timing
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The Boat People Cruise Private Harbor Cruises

4.The Boat People Cruise Private Harbor Cruises

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 44 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $100

Spend 90 minutes aboard a private sailboat with a captain and host, cruising Newport Bay with up to three companions. Brooke and Elijah are known for warm, attentive service, while the bow setup, Bluetooth speaker, and BYOB format make this a relaxed date night or small-group picnic. Bring your own drinks, tapas, and playlist.

“We enjoyed a lovely time cruising the harbor. Great experience. I will highly recommend this for visitors and levels alike. I will be back.”

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Tokyo: Scenic Bay Cruise with Local Guide on Private Boat - Tokyo Tower appears first
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Tokyo: Scenic Bay Cruise with Local Guide on Private Boat

5.Scenic Bay Cruise with Local Guide on Private Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 41 reviews · 1 hour · from $38Best value

Join Captain Sho and a local English-speaking guide for a one-hour cruise from Shibaura Dock. The small boat slips beneath Rainbow Bridge, passes close to Odaiba and Tokyo’s Statue of Liberty, and offers views toward Tokyo Tower and Tokyo Skytree. Daytime rides may include seabirds flying alongside, while sunset departures bring glowing skyline views.

“This activity was incredible and probably one of the best experiences I’ve had in tokyo! Show was an amazing guide and was very helpful in answering any questions we had and giving us recommendations! We were also lucky enough to get a glimpse of my Fuji!”

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Private Harbor Cruise on Electric Boat in Santa Barbara - Captains Shape the Experience
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Private Harbor Cruise on Electric Boat in Santa Barbara

6.Private Harbor Cruise on Electric Boat in Santa Barbara

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 30 reviews · 1 hour (approx.)

Take a private one-hour cruise for up to six people aboard Whisper, Santa Barbara’s all-electric charter boat. Captain Charlie, Georgia, Dustin, or another local captain may guide your outing around the harbor and, in good conditions, Stearns Wharf. Bring your own appetizers, beer, or wine with no corkage fee.

“It was so much fun, bring sunglasses if you are going to be in the sun, and some sunscreen. My son loved it and enjoyed seeing the wildlife as well as my husband and I”

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Luxury Catamaran Private Tour Baltimore Harbor - Cruising the Inner Harbor skyline
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Luxury Catamaran Private Tour Baltimore Harbor

7.Luxury Catamaran Private Tour Baltimore Harbor

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · from $107

Join Captain Shane aboard the 38-foot Lady Tiffany, a private sailing catamaran leaving Lighthouse Point Marina. Over about two hours, you’ll cruise Baltimore’s Inner Harbor, pass the National Aquarium and Fells Point, and look for sunset views near a historic national monument. Bring your group, enjoy the roomy deck, and use the onboard restroom.

“Great Boat, Loved It! I would most definitely book again. Thanks for the experience.”

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Antwerp: Private Harbor Cruise with Aperitif near the MAS

8.Private Harbor Cruise with Aperitif near the MAS

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 18 reviews · 1h 30m · from $53

Set off from the pontoon beside Antwerp’s MAS Museum on a private 90-minute electric boat cruise. Choose historical stories or music, order drinks on board, and enjoy views of the MAS, Harbor House, Dry Docks, and Napoleon Dock. The boat holds up to 12 people and has rain cover, Bluetooth audio, and a friendly skipper.

“Fantastisch, veel was uiteraard te wijten aan het prachtige weer! Boot was ok, schipper was zeer ok, drank was ok. Maar indien het geregend zou hebben, zou het veel minder leuk gewwest zijn. Bij deze activiteit valt of staat alles met het weer.”

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Newport Beach: The Boat People Cruise-Private Harbor Cruises - What the 90-minute cruise feels like
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Newport Beach: The Boat People Cruise-Private Harbor Cruises

9.Newport Beach: The Boat People Cruise-Private Harbor Cruises

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 13 reviews · 1h 30m · from $100

Book a private 90-minute sailboat cruise for two to four people around Newport Beach Harbor. Two US Coast Guard licensed captains guide the trip, with room for your own food and drinks, a Bluetooth speaker, and several departure options from sunrise through romantic twilight.

“This was an awesome experience and we will definitely schedule time for this on our next trip to Newport Beach! The owners are amazing to work with and were more than accommodating when we discovered a booking error on my end. Thank you for an enjoyable afternoon and for helping to create a wonderful memory!”

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Monaco - Monte Carlo -Eze- From Villefranche Harbor -Private Tour - Èze village in one focused hour
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Monaco – Monte Carlo -Eze- From Villefranche Harbor -Private Tour

10.Monaco – Monte Carlo -Eze- From Villefranche Harbor -Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 8 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.)

Travel from Nice, with pickup options for your hotel, Airbnb, port, or another agreed spot, in a private Mercedes minivan for up to four people. See Èze, Monte Carlo, Monaco’s palace and harbor, and La Turbie, with a possible Fragonard perfume stop. Confirm the exact route and guide in advance.

“This was described as a tour which I believe is misleading. This was ONLY transportation to some of these places with minimal information about the sites. At the first two locations we were simply dropped off and pointed to the area we should proceed to. The third, the palace, the “tour guide” asked to drop us again and I said no I’d like you to show us around. It was under whelming. The tour was also advertised for 7-8 hours. We were completing just under six hours not seeing some of the sites or at least we don’t know that we saw them. One thing I noted is it seemed…”

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Maine: Belfast VIP Private Harbor Cruise - Young’s Lobster Pond and lunch on the water
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Maine: Belfast VIP Private Harbor Cruise

11.Maine: Belfast VIP Private Harbor Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 5 reviews

You’ll cruise Belfast Harbor aboard The Back and Forth, a traditional wooden lobster boat with a private captain and room for up to six. Expect harbor views, local stories, close looks at boats and yachts, and a pass by Young’s Lobster Pond. Bring drinks for the onboard coolers, and keep watch for seals and harbor porpoises.

“It was just us, but it was not as nice as we expected. Plain little motorboat, a bit dirty, no extras no water offered. I had trouble hearing the captain talk as he had a low voice. My husband thoroughly enjoyed being on the water, so glad we went.”

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Boston: North End Walking Tour with Private Harbor Cruise - Faneuil Hall, Quincy Market, and the Blackstone Block
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Boston: North End Walking Tour with Private Harbor Cruise

12.North End Walking Tour with Private Harbor Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 3 hours · from $98

Follow Boston’s Revolution story from the Old State House and Paul Revere House to Old North Church, then board a harbor boat. Guide Mark is praised for keeping children and adults engaged. You’ll see USS Constitution, Fort Independence, the Tea Party site, and Paul Revere’s route from the water.

“Mark, our guide, was fantastic! A diverse group of ages, including ours, which ranged from 1,5, and 9 to parents and grandparents. Everyone remarked how he did a great job holding everyone’s attention, keeping the kids engaged, and providing more details and insights when people asked questions. The boat tour was fantastic as well and a great way to see the city of Boston. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!”

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Hamburg: Private Harbor Tour by Boat - Speicherstadt looks different from the canals
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Hamburg: Private Harbor Tour by Boat

13.Private Harbor Tour by Boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 1 - 2 hours

You get a private Hamburg harbor cruise for your group, lasting one hour or 1.5 to 2 hours. Your guide explains Speicherstadt, Harbor City, bridges, locks, ships, and container terminals while you ride past the Köhlbrand Bridge and canals. Guides may include Angela or Danish-speaking Sönke, depending on your booking.

“God og lærerig tur. Sönke var en fremragende dansktalende guide med god humor!”

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Monaco - Monte Carlo -Eze- From Villefranche Harbor -Private Tour - Èze village in one focused hour
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Monaco – Monte Carlo -Eze- From Villefranche Harbor -Private Tour

14.Monaco – Monte Carlo -Eze- From Villefranche Harbor -Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.)

Travel with guide Moumen in a private, air-conditioned Mercedes minivan from Villefranche Harbor to Eze, Monaco, and Monte Carlo. You’ll see the Moyenne Corniche, Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, Port Hercule, Casino Square, the Prince’s Palace, and Monaco’s Cathedral, with time to explore and take photos.

“I loved it! Mouman was incredibly knowledgeable about the sites and made sure to share key insights while also giving us time to explore on our own. The sites were spectacular; I especially enjoyed the gardens and the view atop Eze. I highly recommend this tour—it's well worth the time and cost. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐”

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Sailing Charter around Vancouver Harbour Private Tour - English Bay and the Outer Harbour
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Sailing Charter around Vancouver Harbour Private Tour

15.Sailing Charter around Vancouver Harbour Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 6 hours (approx.)

Spend about six hours aboard Contagious with Captain Declan and crew, sailing from Vancouver’s West End around Stanley Park, English Bay, False Creek, and possibly under Lions Gate Bridge or to Deep Cove. This private charter suits groups of up to eight and includes food and drinks. Routes depend on weather.

“It was a cloudy day and the chances were that we would not be able to see the sunset. The capital was so accommodating and asked us if we would like to reschedule. We decided to go ahead. It turned out to be a different annd great experience. The captain and his crew are excellent. The boat is well equipped and the drinks and food provided exceeded our expectation.”

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