Atlantic Yachting

They were amazing! I’m bit late for my review, but Jonathan and Caroline were the best crew you can ask for! I made reservation for the surprise engagement proposal which required them to act along to keep it discreet (so that my fiancée wouldn’t know), and they were fantastic! The service, view, and whole sailing was just perfect; that evening was purely magical. Highly recommend for special occasions.

My wife and I took the basic 101 course this past weekend, and we both had a wonderful time. Our instructor, Jonathan was extremely knowledgeable and friendly who made sure that we knew what we were doing. Being new to sailing, my wife and I were both a bit overwhelmed by just how much there was to know, but by the second day we were both suprise by how comfortable we felt out on the water. We both highly recommend this to anyone that was intrigued by the open water. Thank you Atlantic Yachting, you have officially created two lifelong sailors!

We registered for the two day intro sailing course after some brief internet searching. We’ve since returned for two more practice sails and have another booked for next month! These guys are incredible — the course was thorough and included enough dock time to get acquainted but the real learning comes on the water and there’s plenty of time to sail the Hudson.
I think what makes us keep coming back here are the instructors. We’ve had Dave, Kyle and Logan and every one of them was patient, hands-​off at all the right moments (so you can learn and test your knowledge rather than watch) and super passionate about sailing. They not only teach you the mechanics of sailing but also talk about the culture, the little details that «old salts» know, and about their own sailing experiences.
I would give 10 stars if there was an option. Can’t recommend them highly enough!

I book a 2 hr sail for a proposal on Mother’s Day, for my wife. I emailed Caroline the details and plans for my sail, she said she would let the crew know. I had surprise guess arrive early, about 5 – 10 mins apart from when my wife and I was to arrive. The amaZing crew, Jonathan and Mariette was able to get my guest, hide them, set up the boat the way I asked, got the music going and boom, everything fell perfectly into place. As we enjoyed the 2 hour sail Jonathan and Mariette provided the best service, we didn’t have to ask for anything, they were one step ahead of everything. I loved it, because I didn’t speak to anyone on the phone. It was all done via email, and for it to be such an important and intimate occasion. They nailed it, they came thru for me. I can’t thank you guys enough.
Jonathan and Mariette we enjoyed your conversation and company. When we decide to book another sail, we look forward to seeing you guys again. And thank you Caroline for getting my messages to the crew.

I have never had such a great time sailing, as I did with Atlantic Yachting! Captain Nate gave us a private lesson on the Hudson and the experience was so hands on, I actually walked away from the day feeling more experienced and had fun in the process! I’m definitely hitting these guys back for more trips.

From start to finish a wonderful experience! Nate was extremely professional, friendly, and fun to spend time sailing with! Overall the company is well organized with lovely sailboats and a private charter is really worth the price. Being out on the Hudson is the perfect way to relax after a busy day in the office. Our sunset sail was truly something to remember!

We sailed with David and Mariette this past summer and had an incredibly unforgettable time with myself and 5 of our friends. My boyfriend had planned this amazing mini trip with David and proposed as we sailed along Manhattan. I can’t imagine a better crew to take you sailing even just for a short trip around the city. They were so accommodating and wonderful and let us play music and bring along champagne. I am so appreciative of their wonderful service and beautiful sailboat. Thank you!

My brother and I booked an afternoon sail on the Gemini (pronounced «Jiminy») as a tribute to our father who had loved sailing on the Hudson. It was also my daughter and my niece’s first time sailing, and the experience couldn’t have been more perfect! The boat was gorgeous, beautifully maintained, and crewed by two truly lovely people who seemed to instinctively know when to chat and when to just let us listen to the wind in the sails. The food that we had brought with us was graciously served and we were encouraged to not lift a finger during the six-​hour sail. Captain Jordan and First Mate Jonathan were a wealth of interesting river trivia, charmingly and tirelessly entertaining our 9 year-​olds with quiz questions. They were also very sweet and respectful when the emotions of the day overwhelmed us all. We couldn’t have asked for a better goodbye sail or a more wonderful day on the water. Book a sail with them and I promise that you won’t be disappointed!

I arrived with no expectations other than great company for my friends bachelorette party. From the moment we met Jonathan and David, we were treated with nothing but respect. They are professional and took care of everything from sailing the boat to serving us food and making sure our glasses never ran dry. They were personable and fun and delightful captains. The boat was beautiful and very well maintained. We were given the choice of where we wanted to sail, but I’m pretty sure the views would be amazing anywhere we went. Music is available or you can bring your own. My only complaint is that we had to get off the boat.
Tip: bring food and drink because it is not supplied.

I came across Atlantic Yachting through the interwebs and was convinced just by visiting the website. I normally don’t trust reviews or testimonials provided on a company’s own website but I can vouch from my own experience they really are as good as it gets.
I called Atlantic Yachting a couple times to set up my charter to work out all of the details and everyone that I spoke to were professional and courteous. Caroline was very welcoming and a pleasure to talk to. She helped get the ball rolling and Logan was informative and worked out the logistics of the Charter. Our Captain was Mike Rowe from «Dirty Jobs» or was it Ben Bailey from «Cash Cab»?. I’m horrible with remembering names. No he was really David Polakoff but his acting was superb which allowed me to segue into proposing. He also put his own admiration aside and downplayed the Verrazano bridge «for the sake of romance.» Mariette was also super attentive and accommodating. Awesome crew and a new unforgettable experience.
A few things to know:
1. Sail boats are slow moving vessels especially in NY harbor. If you want to get further south past Lady Liberty, you will need more than a 3 hour charter.
2. It’s BYO-​Drinks/​Food
3. Yes there is a bathroom on the boat.

Went on a four-​person charter with Atlantic on the 4^th of July weekend. Their friendly, considerate service surpassed our expectations based on prior experiences with other charter companies. They were kind enough to even serve the food we brought on proper plates and serving dishes. The boat was in perfect condition and well-​equipped for our comfort. Couldn’t fault a thing and would gladly do it again and recommend Atlantic to anyone looking for a fun, comfortable charter. They were also very easy to communicate and schedule with.

My boss bought an afternoon charter for my team, and it was fantastic. The captain and crew were knowledgeable and accommodating. They let us be as hands-​on and hands-​off as we wanted. The boat was a relatively new, 43′ Beneteau with a nice cockpit to gather in.

We charted a private sail with Atlantic Yachting this past Saturday and had a really wonderful experience. It was an unusually windy day, but our captain told us right up front that we might experience choppy conditions and gave us a couple of options for sailing upwind and thereby avoiding the worst of it. Once we got on the water, they did a great job of sailing the boat smoothly and avoiding the worst of the wind.
The boat was clean and beautiful and the captain and mate we so accommodating and kind. We had engagement photos taken on the sailboat, and they came out FANTASTIC despite the wind conditions. It was really a wonderful experience. I would recommend Atlantic Yachting very highly.

Had an amazing time on the Basic Keelboat 101 course led by Jonathan. Very professional and well-​organized teaching of all the major subjects: rigging, docking, hoisting sails, knots, jibing and tacking, and rescuing crew overboard. With all of our hands-​on practice and use of the sailing terminology we passed our certification easily. By the second day, we were able to rig up, leave dock, hoist, sail around, and return with very little management!
Highly recommended for any complete novice. I’ve been left with lots of confidence and look forward to learning more advanced sailing.

Excellent. Excellent, Excellent! Great service, the boat is very clean and beautiful, crew is great and very knowledgable. Basically, what you see on their website that is what you get. Highly recommended!

Absolutely the best day on the water ever! Logan and Nate are very experienced sailors and they know the meaning of professional service!
If I could give them 10 stars, I would. After spending the day with them, it inspires me to take sailing lessons and enjoy the water more often.
Thank you!!!

One more thing…
The boat is so beautiful and clean, they really do a nice job maintaining it unlike other boats I’ve been on.
So what you see on Atlantic Yachting’s website is definitely what you get!

I really had a great experience with Atlantic Yachting. I have to admit that their website sold me on the choice, but I was really happy that I chose them.
First, the service was prompt and professional. The sailboat was first class and the views were spectacular.
We got engaged on our charter, and the staff were great «accomplices» to my plan!
If you want to charter a sailboat in the best city in the world, I would recommend this company above all others. You will not regret your decision!
We’ll be back, for sure.

I was lucky enough. To take their first class of the season, my instructor Logan was fantastic! I really had fun and left feeling like I’d learned a lot. I can’t wait to go back for a Wednesday evening sail! If you’re thinking of learning to sail, I highly recommend this school!

What a fantastic way to explore and experience New York! We set out on a 4 hour sail and everything was top notch from beginning to end. Logan and Caroline were beyond professional, fun, knowledgeable, and attended to all of our needs. Class act! It was a great experience and I will definitely be recommending Atlantic Yachting to anyone who is visiting NYC. Keep up the great work!