We have been sailing with Captain Eric for over a decade, and now bring our kids along on every trip. We all have a blast - adults relaxing and taking in the views and the kids "riding" the waves on the bow and yelping for joy. Captain Eric is always professional, prioritizes safety and comfort of his guests, and has a wealth of knowledge about the area and NY sites. I highly recommend booking a sail - you will have a great time! read more

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A sail with Narwhal Yacht Charters is a truly spectacular experience. I've sailed with Captain Eric many times and he never disappoints. Most recently I took a private sail on my late husband's birthday. Captain Eric's boat was one of my husband's favorite places. The sail soothed my soul. read more

I can't believe I've been in NYC for 20+ years and I've never done this sailing before. Although maybe it's a good thing that I waited this long to do it with Eric who made the experience unbelievable. It was a perfect day for sailing (nice breeze, sunny but not hot, clear skies, and not choppy water). This is definitely an activity that I will come back for. Eric is incredibly knowledgeable about NYC's history and shares it all. His boat is gorgeously kept and is incredibly comfortable and modern with a traditional feel. More importantly you can tell he enjoys what he does, which makes it amazing for those sailing with him. It's also a very relaxing experience. We went out on the 4 hr tour and it went by so incredibly fast! If you have the time I definitely recommend doing the 4 hr as it's the perfect amount of time to enjoy the experience. However, if you don't have the time I very much encourage taking the shorter tour so you can experience a great time. A must-do in NYC! read more

What an incredible experience to sail along the Hudson with Eric. The booking process was easy and simple. We got there Saturday morning and Eric was warm and inviting. He shared so many interesting details and historical facts during our time together that we did not know about NYC. The view was breathtaking and the boat ride was super relaxing. I would 100% recommend Narwhal and look forward to sailing with him again in the future. read more

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We had an unforgettable time aboard the Narwhal Yacht, the highlight of my husband's 60th birthday trip to NYC. Our private three-hour sail (2:30-5:30) was perfectly relaxing -- just the three of us on a calm, overcast afternoon in New York Harbor, with a refreshing breeze and gentle waves beneath us. Captain Eric's beautiful sailboat took us up close to the Statue of Liberty and beneath the three "BMW" bridges -- Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Williamsburg. The views were stunning, and the peaceful rhythm of the water made the whole experience feel like a world away from the city's bustle. What truly made the trip special was Captain Eric himself. His insight into the harbor's history and his passion for the Billion Oyster Project -- a local STEM initiative working to restore oyster reefs through education -- really inspired us. As visitors from North Carolina, we were moved to make a gift in honor of the impact Eric had on our day and his dedication to teaching others about protecting the local environment. If you're looking for an experience that's both affordable and unforgettable, book a sail with Narwhal Yacht Charters. We all agreed: this will be something we do every time we come back to New York City! read more

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Words will not be able to do justice to how incredible this entire experience on the Genesis was! Captain Eric was the best - so knowledge about both sailing and New York in general. Such a great guy, and you can tell that he really loves what he does. We booked the two hour sail for 4 people that included a sail to the Statue of Liberty and the Manhattan Skyline on the Hudson River. The whole sailing experience was wonderful and relaxing, and the views were gorgeous. Also really enjoyed listening to all his stories and histories about the area as we sailed (he'll share with you as much or as little as you want!). We booked the sail so our friend could propose to his girlfriend during it, and Captain Eric worked with him both in advance and while on the sail to ensure that it all went smoothly and perfectly! This included live updates on the weather and the option to reschedule due to inclement weather. He also gave advice on the best portion of the sail for the proposal. We were also able to take some great engagement photos while on the boat as well (and Captain Eric even grabbed some great candids for us as well!). Overall, the most wonderful experience, and hands down will do it again next time we return to New York. read more

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10/10! Captain Eric was very kind and made the whole experience amazing. He gave a nice overview of the boat when we first got on. He also kept his boat very clean, provided cup holders for our drinks, and had Bluetooth speaker for us. Perfect for a small group up to 6! I highly recommend sailing with him on his boat! read more

We were just in New York and decided to book a three hour sunset cruise, instead of spending money on a Broadway show. Seeing New York from the water was AMAZING. Eric was awesome and so was his boat. He shares his love for sailing with you and gives you a brief bit of history about the area. Having the boat to yourself and not being on a huge dinner barge was worth every penny. Thank you Eric for making our time in New York so special! read more

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I have reviewed before and I will review again. Captain Eric and his Genesis is always a good idea and a good time. I have commissioned his service at least 3 times now and each time is a unique moment with close friends & family. The intimate setting of 6 passengers is a lovely hang and the views are world-class. THANK YOU, AGAIN, CAPTAIN ERIC! See you next time for another sail! read more

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I took a tour with Narwhal Yacht Charters on the 4th of July this year and had an amazing experience sailing the Hudson River and taking in all the sights and scenery of New York City and New Jersey with my family. First off, the tour takes place on the Genesis - a beautifully restored classic sailboat that has more character and personality than any vessel you'll see out on the water. The attention to detail that must have gone into restoring (and must go into maintaining) the Genesis is a testament to the pride and joy that Captain Eric takes in his craft. Eric is an incredibly personable and knowledgeable captain who is happy to share his vast knowledge of the history of the surrounding harbor with you if you are interested but also allows you time to just relax and enjoy the experience with your friends and family if you like. Our charter made its way down to the Statue of Liberty where Eric kindly took several photos of my family to help us capture the memories. I couldn't recommend Narwhal Yacht Charters more enthusiastically and can't wait to take another tour on the Genesis with Captain Eric. read more

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My wife and I took our 6 year old son on a 2 hour cruise in May. It was a fantastic experience and my son loved it. Capt Eric is super knowledgeable and works to give everyone a personalized experience. We really appreciated his professionalism and knowledge. He clearly loves what he does. I highly recommend! read more

I booked a yacht charter and this was a great way to start off my 40th birthday celebration that night. From start to finish, Eric the captain of the yacht answered all of my questions and was very friendly. I would give him 5 stars for just his customer service and another 5 stars for the service he provided. All of my 5 guests thought this was a great way to spend the evening and would like to do this again. I did the sunset cruise for two hours. We arrived a bit later then planned, and he made up the time even though he didn't have to. Which we were grateful for. He had all these tidbits of knowledge so that was great to hear and he was a great photographer of the night too. I suggest this for anyone that wants to see the city in a different way! Oh yes, you can bring alcohol and food unto the boat if you'd like as well. read more

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Couldn't have been a better day. We sailed with Captain Eric to celebrate our engagement. We got to learn more about our most favorite city, see the Statue of Liberty, pop some champagne and feel the magic of the water and our new adventure as fiancés. Will certainly be taking another trip on Captain Eric's beautiful sailboat in the future. read more

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My family and I have been sailing with Captain Eric for over 10 years every season, at least once or twice a year, and it NEVER gets old. Being on the Hudson on such a gorgeous sailboat is always the highlight of our summer and our elementary age kids absolutely love it as well. We feel very safe on the boat, the kids always wear life jackets, and we have a lot of fun enjoying the sights, especially with the food and drinks we bring aboard. You can feel totally relaxed for a few hours because Eric takes care of everything, which is like gold for busy parents! I highly recommend sailing with Narwhal to both my local and visiting friends! read more

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Captain Eric was so lovely and accommodating! We booked a 2 hour trip to the Statue of Liberty and had a great time. Cups, napkins, and a Bluetooth speaker were provided free of charge. Eric offered us tons of facts about the history of the Hudson and the New York harbor. He is a very kind and passionate person and we will definitely booking again! 5/5 s read more

Narwhal Yacht charters exceeded, beyond exceeded our expectations. The Genesis is a stunning sail boat, so well preserved and cared for. Beyond that, Captain Eric is an exceptional captain. His attentiveness, hospitality, friendliness, and extensive knowledge of Manhattan made our private anniversary sail truly memorable. He offered us the PERFECT combination providing us with a tour of the sights while also allowing us quiet moments to ourselves to just enjoy the sail. We will be bringing friend and family aboard The Genesis in the near future. read more

Very nice and accommodating. Great views. Cute boat. Eric was an excellent host. It's a unique experience and a good value for what you get.

We enjoyed e.v.e.r.y. moment on board the Genesis with Eric. The boat is gorgeous. Eric is an amazing host and a highly seasoned sailor that we learned so much from. It's really a memorable experience to sail in New York Harbour. Highly recommend this! read more

I cannot say enough about how wonderful our time with Narwhal Yacht Charter was! Eric and his boat were recommended to us by another customer, and my expectations were exceeded and then some. Eric welcomed our crew of 6 onboard promptly, and he let us all know the most important safety elements up front. He proceeded to navigate us smoothly across some mild chop in the waters - and then the real magic began! Eric's knowledge of NYC and NJ were on full display as we sailed to the Statue of Liberty. He pointed out the key points of interest, impressing even the locals on our charter. His calm demeanor, friendly attitude, and beautiful ship made for a truly memorable experience. I cannot recommend Narwhal enough. I am very much looking forward to my next trip to NYC just so I can sail again! read more

Eric took me and some friends out sailing and it was an AMAZING time -- he is the friendliest guy in the world, the boat ambience was pristine, and we all had the best afternoon! If you're going sailing in NYC...Eric is your guy!! read more

For probably 10 years (or close to it) my wife and I have been chartering sails with captain Eric. We have had an amazing experience every charter. We have taken family, our son, and friends through out the years and everyone has loved the experience. Captain Eric is great, super kind, knowledgeable and overall great person. His boat is an amazing vessel and we always feel safe on board. We will continue to charter tours every year! read more

We love Narwhal Yachet Charters and Captain Eric! We've sailed with him three years in a row, and it's become a favorite Summer tradition. We already are planning next year's sail, and we want it to be longer! We are shocked at how time slips by as you're out on the water, enjoying the view and Captain Eric's hospitality, and loving life. I love how safe we are on the boat. Captain Eric ensures that everyone knows how to safely move about the boat, and my kids are not afraid of sailing because of him. If you want a unique Manhattan experience, if you want to be treated with kindness and welcomed heartily, if you want to get great value of your investment ... schedule your sail now! read more

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I had a great time celebrating my birthday aboard the Genesis. Sailing with a group of local New Yorkers, it was fun for us to see the city from a view we don't normally take in and enjoy being on the water. Eric is a fabulous captain and made sure we felt safe and comfortable aboard. We look forward to sailing with Eric again. read more

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Eric is the real deal and the entire experience was 5 stars. We went for a 2 hour sunset sail. He made sure that everyone was safe and comfortable, was incredibly knowledgeable, and overall made sure every element of our trip was perfect. He took amazing pictures for our group as well. Will definitely rebook - thank you so much Eric! read more

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First and foremost, Eric is one of the most respectable captains I have ever met. Celebrating my engagement day with my fiancée aboard the Genesis was the best thing we could've done to top off the evening. Eric was very patient with my request to book the perfect day and was willing to work around the unpredictable August weather. He accommodated us so well as he had a fridge available to hold some of the items I wanted on the boat to enjoy a special evening. His captain skills are amazing! The whole ride was smooth and he brought us to all of the key places listed in the itinerary. He even knew a lot of great fun facts and history about certain sites along the way. Above all, Eric truly does have a passion for sailing and a love for his boat. He cares about those on the boat and really makes you feel at home aboard his home. My fiancée and I already planned to make this an anniversary date I give my highest recommendation for Eric if anyone is looking for a boat to charter! P.s. this amazing pic was taken by the best...Eric! read more

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We had an amazing time on our sailing charter last week with Captain Eric. I booked a 3-hour sunset charter for my mom who was visiting NYC for the week, and it was hands down the highlight of her trip and one of the best experiences I've had living in the city! Eric is a great Captain - welcoming, friendly, and professional. I really respect his passion for sailing and commitment to giving his customers the most valuable experience possible. He was very communicative during the booking process and welcomed any questions. His boat is gorgeous and comfortable and he provides everything you need aboard - cups, glasses, blankets if it gets chilly, and a bluetooth hookup to play your own music. As a native New Yorker, he's very knowledgeable of the area and we loved hearing about the history/stories behind some of the famous landmarks and buildings we were passing. We were blessed with perfect sailing weather and experienced the most gorgeous sunset. The views of Manhattan, Brooklyn, New Jersey, and the Statue of Liberty from the water are simply breathtaking. Highly, highly recommend Eric and Narwhal Charters! read more

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We had the best time sailing with Eric in New York. He is incredibly friendly and knowledgeable about the bay. He also quickly made you feel at home and relaxed on his beautiful yacht. Booking and communication was super easy. I highly recommend! read more

Couples trip - turned engagement . Booking was easy peezy. Payment options really worked for me... Super convenient. Once on the boat, Eric made my whole party feel really really welcome. We started promptly and got right into safety instructions and right into an optional.tour guide flow. Eric is very knowledgeable about the area, and hit us with plenty of tidbits about the area and historic sights. Then we got into our own vibe. 3 couples, friends for 20+ years. Plenty of space for us to split off and have quality time with our significant others. The Bluetooth music box was very ample in sound and quality for our play list. The sunset was outrageously beautiful, the skyline at night when the sun is down and the city glows...AMAZING, BREATH TAKING, ULTRA ROMANTIC. My party has vowed to try to come back. Love ya Eric, thank you for hosting my engagement! read more

Captain Eric is the absolute best! I chose Narwahl Charter to propose to my fiancé and it was the best decision I made. Captain Eric communicated frequently leading up to the trip, helped plan when and how I would drop to one knee, and made it a priority to make everyone on the boat comfortable leading up to the special moment! I 100% recommend Narwhal Charter, thank you so much for everything Captain Eric! read more

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Eric is an absolute legend. His Seamanship, hospitality and professionalism are world class. He is one of the most experienced sailors on the Hudson and gave us a great tour and historical perspective. His charter will be as interactive as you like and has fantastic range. Great for grownups or with kids. The kids had a blast piloting the boat as well as riding the bow. If you wanna kick back and Yacht rock cocktails you can do that too. If you are going for a sail on one of the biggest rivers on earth by one of the biggest cities in the world and don't sail with Narwhal Charters you are missing out. Or you don't like fun. Tx!! read more

We had a wonderful sail with Eric yesterday morning, after comparing several different companies in NYC. Eric was immediately responsive and provided a customized, last minute sail for my dad and my three year old daughter. He is incredibly personable and we loved hearing his story about the Genesis. He is also a great tour guide and even though we are from NYC we loved hearing about the history of the Hudson and the landmarks we passed. We will absolutely be booking him the next time we have friends/tourists in town. There is no better way to see NYC and the Statue of Liberty! Thank you Eric! read more

I can't say enough about the great experience we had with Narwhal Yacht Charters and Captain Eric! He was very quick to respond about availabilities and all the questions I had about booking the trip. His communication leading up to the trip and any possible changes due to the weather (including the morning of the trip) was very clear and professional. Captain Eric was exactly how we imagined him to be - welcoming, friendly, and professional on the yacht. His boat was very well maintained and clean. We just brought alcohol and snacks, he provided everything else we needed for them (water, cups, ice, plates, napkins, utensils, etc). If you're looking for a yacht charter I highly Narwhal Yacht Charters. He made my girlfriend's birthday a memorable one! read more

Had an absolutely fantastic night out with five other friends and Captain Eric. We originally were scheduled for a four hour tour but due to thunderstorms in the forecast we had to reschedule. Erics number one concern for us was our safety which was very much appreciated - you'll feel safe in his hands. Fortunately, we were able to reschedule for a two hour city lights cruise between 9pm and 11pm and had the most wonderful time. We were also the only ones out in the water at that time and got prime photos of the Statue of Liberty. Captain Eric offers a great price for the quality and privacy of his tour - if you have any hesitations working with him, don't. Thank you Eric, we had a great time! read more

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What can I say... chartering a sail on the Genesis with Captain Eric was one of the best decisions I've ever made in life. It was a perfect experience from beginning to end. I am still basking in the glow of how wonderful it was. I booked a 4 hour sunset sail for my relatives who were visiting from abroad, and Captain Eric made us all feel right at home on his beautiful boat. He provides food and dramamine, blankets if you get chilly, and you can even bluetooth your own music! Captain Eric is a super knowledgable guide and overall great human being-- congenial and accommodating, very communicative and professional. He answered my messages right away and welcomed any further questions. You can tell he really cares about his passengers and has a gift for sailing, I guarantee you will be in good hands. His boat is immaculately clean and well-maintained (he's got a lovely history behind the boat, too!) and takes the smallest details into consideration. I have a lot of respect for his obvious passion for sailing & the Hudson River area. I've lived in NJ/NYC my entire life and learned so much I didn't know about the history of the Hudson River/all the boroughs/NJ. Not to mention, the views are absolutely breathtaking~ I didn't want the sail to end. I also loved that our group of 5 was able to enjoy the boat all to ourselves, and were able to bring our own snacks & beverages, too. With our own soundtrack, it was like heaven. This was a truly rare treat for us, and I imagine just about anyone would fall in love with this experience. Captain Eric even allowed my small dog to come along in a carrier because we were the last charter of the day. (Eric cleans his boat daily, so manageable dogs in carriers are allowed on the last trip in case someone on the next sail is allergic.) We were so happy to have our pup with us. All in all, I can't wait to book another trip someday! Thank you, Captain Eric!! read more

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Highly recommend. My wife and I have spent a lot of time in NYC and this the coolest activity we have ever booked. Eric is extremely knowledgeable re NYC history, but more importantly, is a cool/chill guy and an outstanding host. He lets you plan your own trip- whether that is a wedding proposal, simply having champagne at sunset, enjoying dinner or just listening to tunes and enjoying the view. We did the sunset cruise and it was magical! read more

My Fiance and I booked a sail with Narwhal Yacht Charters for our engagement photoshoot and the Captain, Eric, was so easy to work with. He gave the best advice when booking and was very accommodating with everything. He is very experienced and we had such an amazing time. We took our 2 family members as well as their 3 year old boy and he also had such a great time on the sail. Eric provides you with everything you might need and you are also allowed to bring food and drinks aboard. We will definitely be using him again in the future. read more

Captain Eric is a charismatic, yet highly professional and knowledgeable guide. My college friends and I chose the 2-hour tour from Chelsea Piers to the Brooklyn Bridge and back. Before the trip, Eric was very helpful and responsive over email. During the tour, he provided us with everything we needed and much more. Whether you are considering your first, or next NYC charter, I would highly recommend you set sail with Eric on his beautiful and well-maintained ship. read more

The captain and his boat are both terrific! What a wonderful day on the water. My family still talks of it as though it was magical. And it was. Captain Eric took care of every detail while simultaneously regaling us with stories of his boat, the Genesis, and the gorgeous skylines. Would do it again in a heartbeat! read more

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Captain Eric is so professional and it's obvious he has a lot of respect for the ocean and sailing. He's very good at what he does, and makes it a 10/10 experience on Genesis. My fiancé and I had the absolute best 2 hours with him watching the sunset from under the Brooklyn bridge. read more

Sailing with Capt Eric and Narwhal Yacht Charters was a delight! It's an amazing way to see the city and a unique activity. The sail was completely personal and Eric is a fantastic host. The city was very hot the day we went out but the breeze once we got out on the water was immediately noticeable! To be able to escape the hustle and bustle of the city for a few hours was so amazing. The boat was spotless, well-appointed and had an awesome vintage feel. I really can't recommend this enough whether you are visiting NYC as a tourist or you a long time New Yorker like me. I'll be going again this summer! read more

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