Public Afternoon & Sunset Sails – Get out on the water
Experience the joy of setting sail and shutting off the engine as we sail through Long Island Sound. Sit back and relax or take a turn at the helm, the choice is yours.
Sails depart from ports across Long Island Sound.
SoundWaters is steel-hulled, U.S. Coast Guard-certified to carry up to 40 passengers. The decks are wide and comfortable and can accommodate wheelchairs. A quiet diesel engine motors the schooner until the sails are raised. All children must be at least 5 years old and accompanied by an adult.
We offer two-hour public sails from May 25 through September 29, 2019
Maritime History Sails
Discover the rich history of sailing and oystering on Long Island Sound. Learn the importance of design and use of a sharpie schooner as you sail aboard a 19th century replica. Great for families and individuals. All passengers must be at least 5 years old. Price: $30/adults, $20 for Seniors ages 65+ and $15 for children ages 5-12.
Afternoon Sails – Great for Families!
Enjoy the excitement and wonder of the Long Island Sound aboard our 80′ Schooner. Work together to raise the sails, examine firsthand the rich diversity of the life that exists beneath the waves, sample and test water quality, learn about hypoxia, and analyze groundwater. All passengers must be at least 5 years old. Price: $30/adults, $20 for Seniors ages 65+ and $15 for children ages 5-12.
Sunset Sails – Great for Adults!
Join us aboard the 80′ Schooner for a Sunset Sail. Bring your dinner and your favorite beverage and relax while watching the sun dip below the horizon. All passengers must be at least 5 years old. Price $40/person. No child pricing on Sunset sails.
To book – Click on the desired type of sail and port of departure to find available dates and times.
Please note the Schooner departs ON TIME. For example, if the sail is scheduled to depart at 6pm, it will leave at 6pm. Please be at the dock at least 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
All sales are final.
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Charter The Schooner
Come aboard the Tall Ship SoundWaters, a three-masted schooner styled after a 19th century Chesapeake Bay sharpie schooner. Treat your employees, associates, friends or family to a brilliant sunset or beautiful afternoon on Long Island Sound, enjoyed from the deck of this 80-foot sailing vessel.
SoundWaters is steel-hulled, U.S. Coast Guard-certified to carry up to 40 passengers. The decks are wide and comfortable and can accommodate wheelchairs. A quiet diesel engine motors the schooner until the sails are raised. All children must be at least 5 years old and accompanied by an adult.
FEES AND SCHEDULE
A limited number of private charters are available between May and October.
The standard charter fee is $2,000 for a 2 hour sail. Longer trips are available on request (contact us for pricing info). Charter fees, which help underwrite the cost of SoundWaters Education Programs, include Crew, Fuel, Docking Costs and all taxes. Weeknight, weekend, and weekday options are available.
Please contact us for availability – schooner@soundwaters.org or 203 406 3319.
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What They’re Saying
“This was a great way to spend a Sunday evening in the summer. The ship was beautiful. The crew was friendly and helpful. It was fun to do as a group but I’d do it alone or as a couple.”
–Samantha Dane
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Another fantastic sunset.
