The 4 Best Sailing Trips in Washington DC

1.Potomac River Yacht Cruise with Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 89 reviews · 2 hours · from $74Our pick

Spend two hours aboard a double-decker party yacht on the Potomac, with a premium open bar, cocktails, beer, wine, seltzers, snacks, and surround-sound music. Board at Georgetown Waterfront near Nick’s Riverside Grill. This is a lively 21-and-over cruise, not a guided sightseeing tour.

“It was a beautiful view of the DC city line from the harbor. The drinks and the DJ were awesome along with the light snacks.”

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2.Sailboat Cruise on Chesapeake Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 38 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $102Top rated

Set sail from Chesapeake Beach aboard the 42-foot Eternal Hope for a relaxed 2.5-hour cruise capped at six passengers. Captain Andy, Stephanie, Nate, Priscilla, and other crew members share local history and nature notes while you watch for ospreys, dolphins, shipping traffic, and the Cliffs of Calvert.

“The crew was really friendly and knowledgeable! We learned all about the history of Chesapeake Beach! We got to see a few different animals like sting rays, fish, nettles, and osprey. We had a great day!”

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3.Private Yacht Tour along Washington DC Waterfront

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · from $99

You’ll cruise Washington DC’s waterfront on a private boat with a USCG Licensed Master Captain, passing the Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, Georgetown, Roosevelt Island, and the Kennedy Center. Captain Shane offers a flexible, relaxed ride, with Bluetooth audio and optional food and drinks aboard.

“Great relaxing time! Captain Shane was flexible with the times, and where to go. Overall, just a great therapeutic time along the River!”

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4.Party Yacht Cruise along Potomac River

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 22 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $74

Cruise the Potomac aboard Boomerang’s double-decker yacht for two hours, with an open bar, light snacks, DJ music, and views of Georgetown, the Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument, Arlington House, and more. Choose a daytime, sunset, or night departure from Georgetown.

“the experience is fun with friends , drinks was ok, the staff was cool, 4 stars its not worth the price.”

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