What is your cancellation policy?

Full refund for weather cancellations; 14+ days prior full refund; 13 days–72 hours 50% refund or gift card; under 72 hours no refund.

Can we bring food and alcohol?

Yes—BYOB and snacks are welcome; crew provides ice, water, seltzer, and a cooler. No large liquor bottles or confetti.

Yes, only at the captain’s discretion with a signed swim waiver; no swimming after drinking.

How many guests can we bring?

Baywatch comfortably fits up to 19 guests; special requests can allow up to 21 but must stay within safety limits.

Where is the meeting point?

Meet at Saltwater, the bar/restaurant on the deck of Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina, 49 America’s Cup Ave—arrive 10–15 minutes early.

Is Baywatch ADA accessible?

The boat is not ADA compliant but can accommodate strollers and some wheelchairs with advance notice and assistance for boarding.

Baywatch Private Cruise: 90-Minute BYOB Charter Around Newport Mansions & Lighthouses | Boat Tour | Private

Adventure Brief

Celebrate with your crew on a private 90-minute BYOB cruise through Newport Harbor—mansion vistas, lighthouses, optional swims, and a Bluetooth-powered party vibe. Perfect for bachelorettes, family outings, and friends who want an exclusive, photogenic day on the water.

1–1.5 hours

easy

From $630.70

Board Baywatch for a 90-minute private cruise through Newport Harbor and the wide shoulders of Narragansett Bay, where Gilded Age stone mansions, military ramparts, and working yacht clubs line a coastline of granite ledges and sheltered coves. This is Newport, Rhode Island—classic New England sea air, vintage sail rigs, and picture-postcard lighthouses—seen from a boat built to feel like a floating living room for your group. The Baywatch charter departs from the deck at Saltwater at 49 America’s Cup Ave, Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina, and seats up to 19 guests for a wholly private outing. The format is simple: bring your own drinks and snacks, cue your playlist on the premium Bluetooth system, and let the crew pilot a route that highlights the harbor’s best views. Expect slow passages by Fort Adams and the yacht club piers, close approaches to Castle Hill Lighthouse, and sweeping vistas of Jamestown and Conanicut Island. You’ll glide past the storied Clingstone “house on the rock” and the rambling Gilded Age estates that include the childhood home of Jacqueline Kennedy. What sets Baywatch apart is the tone. This isn’t a quiet sightseeing launch or a crowded tour boat; it’s a private party platform with practical comforts: onboard head, roomy seating, a big cooler of ice and water, and optional floats for a regulated swim when conditions permit. The captain’s local knowledge tailors the voyage—calmer coves for a dip, photogenic angles for golden-hour portraits, or a more energetic run past superyachts and working sailboats. Crew members act as hosts, helping with photos and making small adjustments so your hour-and-a-half feels customized. Families, friend groups, and bachelor/bachelorette parties find Baywatch especially appealing—the setup facilitates celebration without disrupting other harbor traffic. The boat accommodates strollers and some wheelchairs with advance notice, though the vessel is not ADA compliant. Safety is firm: swimming is allowed only at the captain’s discretion with signed waivers, and alcohol rules are enforced to keep everyone secure. Booking is straightforward: dynamic pricing offers weekend, weekday, and sale slots, with base rates covering up to six guests and per-person pricing beyond that; prices typically range from $595 to $1,600 depending on timing and group size. The operator’s cancellation policy is fair—full refunds for weather cancellations and a tiered refund schedule for other cancellations. Add-ons like floating mats amplify the party without cluttering deck or storage space. If you want a short, private, and upbeat way to see Newport’s coast—mansion-lined shorelines, historic forts, and classic lighthouses—this charter is a crowd-pleasing, photo-ready option.