Fabulous time sailing with Captain Mark! We got a little bit of history while enjoying a relaxing…read more90 minute sail. We sat right up in front on the bow. It was a windy day but Captain Mark took it easy on us with limited spray. Gorgeous views! A must do if you're in Rock Hall.

Absolutely wonderful day on the water on this sailboat with captain Mark. Loved the Laurel Canyon…read morestyle music as well as the margaritas. So much fun!!

A nice day spent on the charter, Captain and first mate were awesome. A little windy, but they…read morekept the Miss Patty very enjoyable!

Sunset cruise on 31 May 2026 was spectacular. Great crew, knowledgeable, hospitable and friendly…read more Always eager to explain all that is going on. Captain GM was excellent. Book this cruise!!!

We had an incredible week-long sailing cruise with **Shardana**, and I cannot say enough about the…read moreoutstanding experience they created for our group of 15 teenagers. From the very beginning, the crew of Shardana went above and beyond -- helping us arrange two additional vessels and captains to accommodate our large group. The coordination was seamless, and everything ran smoothly all week long. They thoughtfully planned a fantastic itinerary that perfectly balanced time on the water with well-timed shore excursions, keeping the teens engaged, active, and excited each day. What truly stood out was how all of the captains approached the experience as educators as well as leaders. They didn't just sail the boats -- they invited the teens to become part of the crew. The students were actively involved in steering, navigating, understanding how the boat moves through the water, tying up at the dock, refueling, handling lines, and learning the mechanics behind it all. It was hands-on, immersive, and incredibly empowering for them. Watching the teens grow in confidence and capability over the course of the week was amazing. The captains were patient, knowledgeable, and genuinely enthusiastic about teaching. If you're looking for a sailing experience that combines adventure, learning, teamwork, and unforgettable memories, Shardana delivers in every way. We are so grateful for an exceptional week on the water!

Captain Andrew is undoubtedly my favorite captain... and Shardana is undoubtedly my favorite…read moresailboat! Talent and beauty! Andrew is talented and well the boat is just beautiful! A wonderful way to spend a peaceful day on the water! Take your family, friends or colleagues and just relax! Let Andrew and GIna team do the work and enjoy the food and view!

Unlike many sailing trips, where the boat motor-sails, all sails were raised for a marvelous 2 hour…read moresail in perfect sailing conditions. Crew was gracious and helpful

A friend and I sailed on Saturday and I've already recommended this outing to all of my colleagues…read moreand local DC friends! Captain Jen and her crew were great--from welcoming everyone aboard, to the safety briefing, to answering a million questions, to serving drinks--they were knowledgable and fun. Joey and Jake were great crew, too. It was the perfect day to be on the water as it was SO HOT but windy and clear for sailing. Will definitely bring my family next time!

Booked a 3 hour sailing tour with Captain Dan as a birthday adventure for my partner. We had a…read morefabulous day with perfect weather. Dan has previous teaching experience, and was awesome in sharing some of the basics of sailing with us first timers, and allowing us to get some hands on experience. Perfect day!

In our family, birthdays call for adventures. For my husbands recent birthday, we enjoyed a great…read moreday on the Chesepeake with Capt Dan and his speedy little Trimaran! A 3 hour tour was just right. Our son was excited to learn some sailing. The rest of us just relaxed to the sound of the wind and waves! To add to the great day, the sail starts and ends at the Deep Creek Restaurant on the Magothy River. To judge by the crowd, their Sunday Brunch is popular. We opted to take snacks on the sail and eat afterward on the patio. Everything was very good! Calamari was especially good. If you travel to Annapolis from west of DC through town, you will be happy to know the route is now fixed! The southwest freeway to 695 then to 295 north is open and marked! This is a really big deal! I'm a native, and this route has been broken all my life. In summary, a great day on the water! And an adventure to remember with cool pictures, no bruises, and good food!

Excellent charter service!! We chartered the Cathy Sea, a BRAND NEW Catalina 425 and actually were…read morethe first to charter her. As expected there were a few manufacturers' problems (e.g. GPS, no hot water on shore power, electric problems, etc.) but both Dave and Jackie were excellent in troubleshooting and offering additional assistance if needed. The checkout with Dave was one of the most thorough and helpful that I have experienced, including not only specifics on the boat, but also navigation tips on the Rock Hall harbor and other places of interest. Having chartered in the past from other Chesapeake companies, Haven is the best by far!!

Had a great time renting from them. Very professional, boats are in excellent condition. Can't…read morewait to the spring to do another cruise!

I was looking for something fun and different to do to celebrate my wife's birthday. She has…read morealways had an affinity for sailing, so I began looking for something on the water. I found the Moon Shadow website and decided to book a trip. We brought mother couple, so there were four of us, along with Captain Glen and his wife Seray for our 2.5 hour cruise. The Moon Shadow is a beautiful, well-maintained sailboat. Our hosts made us feel very welcome. Glen helped us carry the food and beverages we brought along from the gate of the marina to the dock and let us use the small refrigerator in the galley. I was invited to connect my phone to Moon Shadow's sound system by Bluetooth, so was able to play my own music for the whole cruise. We lucked out and had perfect weather- clear skies, sunshine, and a nice breeze to keep us moving. We got going pretty good for a while. Glen and Seray were nice people, friendly, knowledgeable, and interesting to talk to. Bottom line is all four of us had a great time and plan to make this an annual event!

We had a great time even though Mother Nature was not cooperating with us. Just being out on the…read morewater was worth it and the boat was amazing. Thanks for a great day! Trish

We took ASA 103 with Capt. Dave (the owner), and we couldn't have been more impressed! Capt. Dave…read moreis actually a retired high school teacher, and his patience and teaching ability shows. We discussed and practiced virtually everything in the textbook over the course of the three days, and any time one of us in the course needed to work on something longer, he made time. When I booked the course, I was a little worried that between the low prices and the dated website, maybe this wasn't going to be a stellar experience. I was completely wrong; the course was absolutely top-notch. Capt. Dave's wealth of experience was exactly what we wanted; he's sailed virtually every kind of boat in all kinds of weather all over the world, and that makes for an outstanding resource.

Dave and Penny provided an incredible afternoon for my guests aboard two of their vessels. The…read moreboats were gorgeous and they were personable. You can be as involved in the sailing as you like or just relax and enjoy the sail. The pricing is fair and the crew is terrific. Whether you want lessons or a leisurely sail these are the folks for you..

I am sailing away.. set the open course for the virgin seas!…read more My neighbors and I went sailing this weekend with the Sailing Academy. The weather was extremely hot, but the water was really calm so we mostly laid out. I did get motion sickness for about half of the trip so I would advise students to take Dramamine before the go. Our instructor Jeff was very knowledgeable and friendly. He answered all of our questions and had great tips and fun stories. Our day of sailing was fairly brief and he allowed us to do various task like steering the wheel, raising the sails, etc.. Its a good experience for beginners but might be a little boring for the advance.

The Captain gave very little instruction on this trip and the boat was in poor condition. The…read moresafety briefing didn't occur and the students were not treated well. Overall you'd do better to charter a boat than to go on a trip with this 'school' because you'll learn more doing it yourself.

We experienced a wonderful sailing tour of the harbor in Baltimore. Our captain and crew were…read morefriendly and skilled. We would have loved to hear more about Baltimore's history, or to have a glass of wine on our tour, but very much enjoyed the trip we took!

I work for this company and it's a great operation to see the inner harbor from the only…read moreperspective that matters, from the water.