Glide across New York Harbor on a private chartered vessel, circling the Statue of Liberty up close and watching the Manhattan skyline unfold from the water — the perspective every New Yorker knows is the most breathtaking in the world.
What to expect
Step aboard your private vessel at a lower Manhattan marina and glide out into the harbor as the city's iconic skyline recedes behind you and the Statue of Liberty grows magnificently before you. Your on-board guide narrates the history of Ellis Island and the extraordinary significance of the harbor to the American story while you sip champagne on the open deck. The Brooklyn Bridge, Governors Island, and the full sweep of the lower Manhattan waterfront are yours to absorb without distraction. As the sun dips toward New Jersey, the skyline lights up in a display that is, quite simply, unmissable.
Good to know
Private charter departures are fully flexible — choose a morning, afternoon, or golden-hour slot to suit your itinerary. Marinas in lower Manhattan are a quick taxi from Pier 88/90. Book well in advance, especially for sunset slots. Dress in smart-casual layers as the harbor breeze can be brisk year-round.