Narwhal Yacht Charters

The reviews don’t lie– Eric is the best captain out there!
We celebrated a birthday with a private charter around the Hudson and East River. Eric was extremely quick with answers to our questions, and thoroughly professional and kind throughout our sail on the Genesis.
Do not hesitate to book, and enjoy your time out there!

My wife and I celebrated our 20^th wedding anniversary with a private sunset cruise on the Genesis with Eric. It could not have been an easier experience in booking the cruise. Eric is an amazing captain and made the entire cruise such a memorable experience for us.
If you want amazing views, exceptional service, and an unforgettable experience — Eric and Narwhal Yacht Charters is for you. I could not recommend him more and look forward to another trip the next time we are in New York.

My friends and I sailed on the Genesis over Memorial Day Weekend as part of our «staycation.» We all had a wonderful time. I am a born and bred New Yorker and gained a new appreciation for our beautiful city, admiring the spectacular daytime and stunning nightime views of Manhattan and Brooklyn on our trip. It was a treat to experience going under three bridges and kind of fun and odd to experience having a subway pass by directly over our heads! Captain Eric took great care of us, served us all the nonalcoholic beverages and chips we could ever hope for, served us our wine in his glasses, stopped to take photos of us in all the prime spots, and in general was a gracious and very funny host for our boisterous group. We had a four hour sail and the time flew by, I couIdn’t imagine doing this in two hours, which is what some of the other companies were offering. I rediscovered how much I love to go sailing and when the next opportunity arises, I will absolutely choose Narwahl again.

We had such a great Saturday afternoon with Captain Eric! The boat is great, the route is awesome, and Eric is the friendliest guy and so responsive. Highly recommended — we are definitely going back soon.

Four NYC locals including myself decided to take a sunset cruise around Manhattan over a long holiday weekend. We looked into several charter options and decided to go with Narwhal as they offered a 4 hour trip instead of the standard 2 hours, pricing included sandwiches, snacks and non alcoholic beverages, there is access to a bathroom on board, there were many positive Unilocal and Trip Advisor reviews, and Eric was fast and easy to communicate with over email. It was a great choice — we had a fantastic time and highly recommend Eric and his boat, which is comfortable, clean and beautiful. It was great to have 4 full hours to sail — it wasn’t too long and went by quickly. Eric had a good of selection of sandwiches, snacks, fruit and beverages on board. We felt safe, comfortable and informed during our trip. He answered all our questions before and during the voyage and we appreciated him keeping an eye on the weather and helping us find Pier 25. I think he provides excellent value vs. his competitors and couldn’t recommend him more highly. We really enjoyed our trip — it was fun and relaxing and I recommend to visitors and locals alike. We hope to sail again soon!

My boyfriend surprised me last weekend by proposing on Friday night and a surprise sailboat charter on Saturday morning for just us two. It was the perfect way to spend our first day as a newly engaged couple. The weather was cloudy but Eric was great giving us plenty of blankets and offered to take as many photos as we wanted! We want to book again and this time bring our friends!
Thank you so much for the memorable experience!

There are standard yacht tours in New York and then there is Eric’s yacht tour! Eric is the most down to earth guy you could meet who meticulously looked after us from the minute we stepped photo foot on his amazing boat. My breath was taken away the first time I saw the boat and felt more than comfortable proposing to my partner as Eric manoeuvred the boat for the perfect sunset photo while on one knee! We both felt like we had known Eric for years and it was a once in a lifetime experience sharing his home and views of the stunning New York skyline.

This is the second time we’ve gone out with Capt Eric. We’re considering a third right away as it is just magical and wonderful time. Four terrific hours and a great and unusual way to see NYC. Capt Eric is terrific; it’s like sailing with a buddy. He’s very approachable, easy to deal with, highly professional yet simultaneously laid back. He knows his vessel, his craft and his clientele. The price is extremely fair and the experience is outstanding. Don’t hesitate!

My friends and I were looking for something different to do last weekend since the weather was going to be so nice (we all live in New York) and found Narwhal yacht charters. I emailed Eric and he promptly responded letting me know that he had the 5pm-​9pm charter available. It was a private sail for myself and my 4 friends, the boat was great, the views and the sunset from the water were absolutely stunning, we brought alcohol, played our own music, took lots of photos and Eric was an exceptional host — very knowledgable, accommodating and fun to sail with! He also brought snacks and sandwiches for us :) we will definitely be going back, thanks again Eric!

Highly recommend a ride with Eric! Went out with 4 of my friends for a sunset sail. He showed us a great time and ever better views of the city! You won’t be disappointed. Thanks again Eric!

Exceptional. Exceptional. Exceptional.
My parents were coming into town, and we were looking for something to do in NY that wouldn’t require a lot of walking. I found Narwhal Yacht Charters through Unilocal,and read several positive experiences shared by previous guests. We were met by the stunning Genesis with Captain Eric at the helm on Pier 26. Our journey took us around the island of Manhattan and within 200 yards of Liberty Island. Our captain took exceptional care of us, guiding us less like a tour guide and more like a friend. It was an experience we will never forget.
Do yourself and your loved ones a favor by booking a journey with Narwhal Yacht Charters!

We got married on the Genesis and it was a fantastic experience. Eric is friendly, calm and easy going plus he worked really hard to make the day run perfectly.
He responds to emails and texts quickly. I highly recommend Captain Eric and the Genesis.

Had such an amazing time on the Genesis! Went with my boyfriend (we live in NY) & parents (visiting), so just the 4 of us + Eric. Eric was incredibly nice, accommodating and knowledgable about all the buildings, history, etc. My parents couldn’t stop smiling and said it was the best NY experience.
It was the best day and would recommend to everyone!

Such a lovely day! We sailed with Master Captain Eric as part of our NYC farewell (after living here 10 years we are moving). It was an amazing way to see the city. Everything about our sail was perfect.
The boat was beautiful! The weather was spectacular! and Eric was an amazing host. As others have said, he is very personable and knowledgeable about many different topics. You can absolutely tell he loves what he does! We even brought our 6 month old and Eric was so sweet to him and our little guy loved it! He didn’t know what was more interesting to look at, the sites or Erics beard. ;)
I cannot recommend this enough, if you love sailing, love the city, or just want to have an amazing relaxing 4 hours.

We got married while sailing on the Genesis and it was like a fairy tale dream. We feel very fortunate to have celebrated our special day with Captain Eric. It was a perfectly beautiful sunny summer day and Eric’s friendly, calm and easy going demeanor set the perfect setting for our small group. My mother — who is normally nervous about the water — was COMPLETELY at ease.
Captain Eric worked really hard to make our day perfect. Eric scouted a great location with calm waters for the ceremony and to shoot wonderful pictures. He was punctual, which was super important to coordinate with our reception since afterward it took place at the nearby Liberty House. He responded to emails and texts quickly, which is also a great relief when planning a wedding.
The day was perfect. I wouldn’t change a single thing. My highest recommendations for Captain Eric and the Genesis. We are so happy the beginning of our marriage was on the Genesis!

We sailed to celebrate our wedding anniversary this past week and loved it! Captain Eric was gracious enough to allow us to have our dog come along, which made it all the more special for us.
Eric is obviously very knowledgeable about sailing and the sights of Manhattan for visitors, but he’s also passionate and very connected to his boat.
We split our time at the front of the boat enjoying the waves/​sun and chatting with Eric. It was very chill and comfortable.
Although this was for a special occasion it is very affordable and we plan on squeezing 1 or 2 more trips in this season!
It’s an amazing value!!!
Great and memorable experience!
Big thank you to Eric!

These glowing reviews don’t lie! This was a generous and creative Christmas gift from my mom. A four-​hour sunset sail around New York Harbor is such a pleasant way to spend a hot summer evening!
Captain Eric is personable and welcoming (and quick to respond while scheduling the charter). Eric is a great host, offering homemade snacks and serving your BYO alcohol. He was always available to chat during the sail or answer questions about the New York Skyline, the harbor or sailing! He has a great demeanor, allowing you to have your ideal evening.
Beautiful views, fantastic atmosphere. A perfect experience, thanks to Captain Eric!

This, my friends, is what it is all about. Nothing could define summer in New York City better than a boat ride on the Hudson with music and alcohol.
I found Narwhal through researching various nyc boat excursions. Of all the options, Narwhal is the best value for price that I’ve seen anywhere in the city. Setting up the booking is as easy as emailing Eric, confirming a date, and just showing up at the scheduled departure time.
The max amount of passengers the boat can take is six, and I ended up going with a total of four people. From the moment we stepped on the boat to the second we stepped off, the entire experience was perfect. Eric, the captain, is a really cool guy who went above and beyond to make the experience enjoyable. From the lunch he provides to the subwoofer music system he has on the boat, I couldn’t think of a better way to have fun with friends during the summer.
The views are as good as you can get. We sailed by the Statue of Liberty, under the Brooklyn bridge and saw some views of lower Manhattan that were amazing. You can also bring your own alcohol on the boat, which makes the whole experience all the more enjoyable.
This is probably the best day excursion I’ve had in NYC, and one that I’ll certainly be repeating many times. Highly recommend looking this excursion if you want to see the city or just hang with friends. Whatever your reason, you can’t go wrong.

One of the most unique and memorable experiences you can have in New York. My girlfriend organized a private cruise for the two of us with Captain Eric from 6pm to 10pm on his Genesis. Where else can you get a private charter for 4 hours?
The boat is immaculate, and very comfortable. And Eric, well what can you say about Eric that hasn’t already been said in these reviews… he’s just a really genuine, passionate guy who goes out of his way to make your experience unforgettable.
We will definitely be going back — thank you Eric!

Highly recommend the Genesis and Eric!
I proposed to my now fiancé whilst sailing with Eric and he went out of his say to make this an unforgettable experience.
If you’re considering chartering the Genesis I would say look no further, I spent a fair bit of time researching this before and Narwhal Yacht Charters easily came out on top. The experience completely exceeded this and can’t recommend enough!
Beautiful boat and great guy highly recommend!