About this tour
When Charlie from our BugBitten team booked this half-day private charter, we got a Coast Guard-licensed skipper, a run out to a lighthouse with clear water, and a few hours anchored at the sandbar with floaties and a paddleboard thrown in. It's a USA-based four-hour affair that feels like having your own boat for the afternoon—fuel, docking, and basics like water and ice are covered. The vibe is relaxed and water-focused, and you're welcome to bring your own drinks to make the cooler feel less empty.
Highlights
- Handpicked Coast Guard-licensed captain steers the boat
- Fuel and docking fees bundled into the price
- Paddleboard and floaties available at the sandbar stop
- Cooler with ice and water onboard before you arrive
- Four-hour window suits a half-day schedule well
- All-inclusive pricing means no sneaky add-ons
- Service animals welcome aboard
What to expect
You'll meet your captain and head out across clear water toward a lighthouse—assuming the weather plays ball. The boat ride itself is straightforward; the real time is spent anchored at the sandbar where you can get in the water with a paddleboard or floaties, or just float around and soak it in. There's ice and water waiting, and the crew keeps things relaxed rather than regimented. It's a proper boat day without the usual admin headache of figuring out what's and isn't covered.
The four hours moves quickly once you're out there. There's no faffing about with extra fees at the end—fuel and docking are done. The only thing to plan is bringing your own drinks if you want them; the cooler will be ready for ice. Weather can shift things (the lighthouse visit is weather-dependent), so flexibility helps.
Good to know
This works for people after a proper water day without the commitment of a full-day charter. The captain's vetted experience takes the guesswork out, and a paddleboard plus floaties means both active swimmers and bobbers get something. Service animals are fine. It suits all fitness levels.
The outfit recommends against booking this if you have spinal injuries—the boat motion matters. Weather can cancel or alter the lighthouse leg, so don't build your day around that. Walking to the dock and boat climbing require basic mobility; it's not wheelchair-accessible. The sandbar is the main event, so if choppy water or wind kicks up, that part gets rougher. Bring sunscreen and a hat—four hours of sun and water reflects hard. Bring your own drinks and snacks if you want more than water. Public transport is nearby, which helps if you're not driving. Groups are private, so it's just your crew.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.