Intimate Cruises for 2-6 Guests
Champagne · Catering · Skyline Views · Starting at $700
Five Star Reviews · 30+ Years Experience · USCG Certified
Welcome to Dream Boat NY — NYC’s premier private yacht charter experience, specializing in private cruises for 2-6 guests. Enjoy the perfect blend of luxury, privacy, and personalized service.
Unlike crowded tour boats, Dream Boat NY delivers something different. Step aboard your private yacht and everything’s taken care of — champagne chilling, catering arranged, special touches in place. On this yacht, you’re not a sardine packed in a floating tin can. This luxury experience, paired with attentive service, makes celebrations unforgettable.
Whether planning a romantic proposal, celebrating a milestone birthday, or entertaining clients, your private yacht charter is completely customizable. From sunset cruises to corporate events, intimate weddings to sightseeing tours — Captain Martin’s 30 years of NYC expertise ensures every detail is handled.
Why Dream Boat NY is Different
🚤 Exclusively 2-6 Guests
We only do small groups. No crowds, no strangers, no tin can experience. Just your people, your celebration, your yacht. Everyone gets the best seat. Everyone matters.
⭐ Everything Taken Care Of
Step aboard with zero stress: champagne at the ready, catering prepared, special touches in place. Our concierge team handles the details from booking to boarding, so guests can just show up and enjoy.
🎯 Captain Martin’s 30+ Years
NYC sailing expertise guests can feel. Captain Martin created the private yacht experience NYC was missing — personal attention, insider knowledge, and the confidence that comes with decades on these waters.
💰 Transparent & Easy
Clear pricing. No hidden fees. Simple booking. Honest communication. $700 for 2 hours feels reasonable because it is. The entire private yacht is $133-350 per person, about the same as Broadway tickets (but with better views and a more immersive experience).
🏆 Proven Excellence
- Five-star reviews
- USCG certified captains with extensive NYC knowledge
- 30+ years perfecting the private charter experience
- Chelsea Piers yacht charter marina — convenient Pier 59 location
- Outdoor & indoor cabin lounges with retractable canopy
Yacht Charter Services
🛥️ Boat Charters NYC
Private yacht charters on our luxury vessel with professional captain and crew
Starting at $700 for couples, $800 for 3-6 guests
Perfect for: Any celebration, sightseeing, or special occasion
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🛥️ Boat Rentals NYC
Private boat rentals with captain included (same as charter)
Starting at $700 for couples, $800 for 3-6 guests
Perfect for: Anyone wanting to rent a boat with full service & amenities
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🗽 Private Boat Tours
See NYC’s iconic landmarks from the best perspective
From $700 (2-3.5 hours)
Choose from: Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, full Manhattan loop
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🗺️ Manhattan Boat Tours
Complete circumnavigation of Manhattan Island
$1,225 (3.5 hours)
Experience: All major landmarks in one unforgettable cruise
Full Island Tour →
Popular Experiences
🌅 Sunset Cruises
NYC’s golden hour on the water. Romantic, breathtaking, unforgettable.
From $800 (2 hours)
Perfect for: Proposals, anniversaries, romantic dates
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🌃 Night Cruises
See the city that never sleeps illuminated from the water
From $800 (2 hours)
Perfect for: Unique date nights, special celebrations
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🥂 Brunch & Lunch Cruises
Combine sightseeing with gourmet dining on the water
From $700 + $80pp (2 hours including catering and open bar)
Perfect for: Celebrations, friend groups, special occasions
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🍾 Champagne & Appetizers
All-inclusive experience with champagne open bar and Artisanal Charcuterie Board
From $700 + $65pp (2 hours)
Perfect for: Sophisticated celebrations, client entertainment
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🎆 July 4th Fireworks
Best seat in the city for Independence Day celebrations
Seasonal pricing (book early!)
Perfect for: Patriotic celebrations, family traditions
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🍂 Fall Foliage Cruises
Experience autumn colors along the Hudson River
From $1,000 (2.5 hours, seasonal Oct-Nov)
Perfect for: Leaf peepers, photography, scenic cruises
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Special Events
💍 Marriage Proposals
Create the perfect proposal moment with NYC’s skyline as your backdrop
100% success rate | Coordination services included
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👰 Intimate Weddings
Elopements and micro-weddings for 2-6 guests
Decor, catering & beverage menu | All details handled
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💕 Anniversary Celebrations
Romantic cruises for celebrating milestones together
Custom packages available | Champagne service included
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🎉 Birthday Parties
Milestone birthdays deserve memorable celebrations
Ages welcome (kids love boats!) | Custom decorations available
Birthday Charters →
🎓 Graduation Parties
Celebrate achievements on the water with family and friends
Small group perfect size | Affordable per-person cost
Graduation Cruises →
💼 Corporate Events
Impress clients or reward teams with private yacht experience
2-6 guests ideal for executives | Professional environment
Corporate Charters →
What’s Included in Every Charter
Every Dream Boat NY cruise includes:
✅ Professional USCG certified captain with 30+ years NYC experience
✅ All fuel, docking, and insurance — no hidden fees
✅ Indoor cabin lounge
✅ Outdoor viewing deck with retractable canopy for full sun or full shade
✅ Premium sound system with Bluetooth connectivity
✅ Onboard restroom facilities
✅ Complimentary water and ice service
✅ Life jackets in all sizes (kids welcome!)
✅ Flexible itinerary — adjust route as you cruise
Optional Add-Ons:
- Gourmet catering packages
- Champagne and beverage service
- Decoration packages for special occasions
- Extended hours
How It Works
Step 1: Choose Your Experience
Browse our curated experiences or create a custom cruise. Not sure? Our concierge team helps match the perfect charter to your celebration.
Step 2: Book Your Date
Simple online booking or call our team at 917-399-9084. Book anywhere from same-day to 12 months ahead. Weekends and sunsets book fast — reserve early.
Step 3: Customize Details
Add catering, champagne, decorations, or special requests. Our team coordinates everything so it’s ready when guests board.
Step 4: Show Up & Enjoy
Meet at our Chelsea Piers yacht charter location, Pier 59. Everything’s handled — step aboard and enjoy NYC from its best perspective.
Why Small Groups Matter
We ONLY do 2-6 guests. Here’s why:
🚫 Large tour boats (50-100+ people):
- Packed like sardines (they call them “floating subway cars”)
- Limited views and seating
- Loud, uncomfortable, impersonal
- One-size-fits-all experience
✅ Dream Boat NY (2-6 guests only):
- Complete privacy — your group exclusively
- Everyone gets premium seating
- Personal attention from crew
- Quiet, peaceful, luxurious
- Fully customizable to your vision
The difference? One feels like renting a venue. The other feels like you’re borrowing a friend’s yacht. We built this business because NYC deserved the latter.
Our Fleet & Location
The Yacht
- Capacity: 2-6 guests comfortably
- Features: Outdoor deck with retractable canopy, indoor cabin, kitchenette, restroom
- Certification: Full USCG compliance and insured
- Equipment: Comfortable seating, sound system, and all safety gear
Chelsea Piers Yacht Charter Location
- Address: Pier 59, 59 Chelsea Piers, New York, NY 10011
- Access: Central Manhattan location
- Parking: Available on-site and nearby
- Transit: Accessible by subway, taxi, Uber
- Amenities: Clean, safe, professional marina
Pricing & Packages
Transparent pricing. No surprises.
Duration-Based Pricing
- 2 hours: $700-$850 (all major landmarks)
- 2.5 hours: $800 (fall foliage)
- 3 hours: $1,200 (extended tour)
- 3.5 hours: $1,400 (circumnavigate Manhattan)
- 4 hours: $1,600 (the full private yacht and city experience)
All prices for the entire yacht — not per person.
Value Breakdown for 2-Hour Charters
- 6 guests: $133-141 per person
- 4 guests: $200-212 per person
- 2 guests: $350-425 per person
Compare: Broadway tickets average $200-400 per person. Dream Boat NY delivers 2-4 hours of unforgettable NYC sightseeing with complete privacy.
What’s Included: Captain, fuel, insurance, equipment, indoor cabin lounge, outdoor viewing deck. The price guests see is the price guests pay.