Dream Boat NY is NYC’s premier private yacht charter experience, specializing exclusively in intimate cruises for 2-6 guests aboard a Chris-Craft Corsair 36 Heritage Edition, departing from Chelsea Piers Marina, Pier 59. Led by Captain Martin, with more than 30 years of NYC sailing expertise, the business built its reputation on rejecting the crowded “floating subway car” model of large tour boats in favor of complete privacy and personal attention.
Every charter includes a professional USCG-certified captain, an indoor cabin lounge, an outdoor viewing deck with a retractable canopy, a premium Bluetooth sound system, an onboard restroom, complimentary bottled water and ice, all docking and marina fees, and life jackets in all sizes. Optional add-ons include gourmet catering, champagne and beverage service, decoration packages, and extended hours.
Popular experiences include Sunset Cruises, Night Cruises, Brunch/Lunch Cruises, Champagne & Appetizer Cruises, a full Manhattan Circumnavigation (3.5 hours), Fall Foliage Cruises, and seasonal charters to the New York Mets and US Open. Special event packages cover couples’ outings, marriage proposals (with a “100% success rate” and full coordination), intimate weddings/elopements, anniversaries, birthdays, graduations, and corporate events.
Pricing runs by duration for the entire yacht (not per person): $700-850 for 2 hours, $800 for 2.5 hours, $1,200 for 3 hours, $1,400 for 3.5 hours (Manhattan loop), and $1,600 for 4 hours. Gratuity (18-25% customary) isn’t included.
Guest reviews are overwhelmingly glowing, consistently praising Captain Martin and crew for creating unforgettable, personal experiences, with reviewers specifically describing successful marriage proposals and describing the charter as the highlight of their entire NYC trip.
For couples, small groups, or celebrations in NYC looking for a genuinely private, small-group yacht charter with full-service amenities, Dream Boat NY offers a highly reviewed operation with Captain Martin out of Chelsea Piers.
