Set sail on an 18-foot luxury picnic boat in DC’s Navy Yard. Enjoy a two-hour private Potomac cruise with your favorite food, drinks, and stunning city views.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
No special fitness level required, ideal for all ages and abilities since the cruise is leisurely and seated.
Wildlife
History
Navy Yard, originally established in 1799, is Washington, DC’s oldest continually operated naval facility and now a vibrant waterfront neighborhood rich in maritime history.
Conservation
The Potomac River watershed efforts focus on reducing pollution and protecting aquatic habitats, ensuring cleaner waters for recreational activities like boating.
YACHTSY
Set sail on an 18-foot luxury picnic boat in DC’s Navy Yard. Enjoy a two-hour private Potomac cruise with your favorite food, drinks, and stunning city views.
YACHTSY is an adventure and charter company based in Baltimore, Maryland, offering curated outdoor experiences that combine guided instruction and small-group outings. The company presents distinct programs: the Women's Gravity Essentials session and a Navy Yard, DC luxury picnic boat cruise.
The Women's Gravity Essentials is a Highland-based skill-building day tailored to new and intermediate riders. Led by expert coaches in small groups, the session focuses on essential techniques such as cornering and jumping, and includes trail exploration. On-site camping is available for participants who want a full outdoor experience.
The Navy Yard, DC outing departs for a two-hour cruise on the Potomac aboard an 18-foot luxury picnic boat. Designed for groups of up to eight people, the cruise allows guests to bring food, drinks, and music while enjoying waterfront views and a unique perspective on Washington, DC.
YACHTSY emphasizes safety, clear group sizes, and experienced instruction for its land-based sessions, and offers a well-equipped vessel with defined capacity for its water-based excursions. These explicit details help guests plan and feel confident booking the right experience. Information about each trip—duration, capacity, and activity focus—is provided up front to support informed decisions. YACHTSY’s combination of coached instruction and curated small-group outings appeals to travelers seeking focused learning and intimate leisure cruises in the Baltimore and Washington, DC region.
Trip logistics, booking options, and equipment requirements are clearly communicated at time of reservation to ensure participants arrive prepared and to maintain consistent, safe, and enjoyable experiences across both land and water offerings.
Location
Baltimore, MD
Baltimore-based operations
Group Size
Up to 8
Boat capacity per cruise
Boat Length
18-foot
Luxury picnic boat size
Skill Session
Women's Gravity Essentials
Coached day with on-site camping
Select a coached skill session or a private Potomac picnic cruise and book with clear trip details and capacity limits.
Reserve in Advance
Book early to secure your preferred date and time, especially on weekends and during peak seasons.
Bring Your Own Snacks and Drinks
Personalize your picnic by bringing your favorite refreshments onboard to enjoy during the cruise.
Wear Comfortable, Weather-Appropriate Clothing
Dress in layers and bring a hat or sunscreen to protect yourself from sun exposure on the open water.
Arrive Early for Check-In
Arrive 15 minutes early at Navy Yard Marina to coordinate with the captain and get settled.
Sunscreen
Protect your skin from the strong sun exposure while on open water.
summer
Light Jacket or Windbreaker
Keeps you warm during breezy or cooler weather conditions on the river.
spring
Reusable Water Bottle
Stay hydrated throughout the cruise to avoid dehydration.
Portable Bluetooth Speaker
Enhance your picnic experience with your personalized music playlist.