River Gong Meditation Aboard Solaris by Hudson River Maritime Museum

Set against the stirring backdrop of Kingston, New York, the Hudson River Maritime Museum offers an uncommon voyage with its River Gong on Solaris experience. This 1 hour and 15-minute journey invites adventurers, seekers, and casual visitors alike to drift along the Rondout Creek and onto the shimmering Hudson River aboard Solaris — the only solar-powered boat currently navigating these waters. Solaris’s quiet glide through the water provides the perfect setting for an immersive sound healing session led by HariPrakaash, a seasoned teacher of Kundalini Yoga and Gong Meditation.

Starting from the museum’s docks at 50 Rondout Landing, guests settle into a meditative state as the boat gently moves toward the Hudson River. As the sun descends, the resonant tones of the gong fill the air, enveloping participants in a unique sonic vibration that interacts with the surrounding water and evening light. This combination creates an atmosphere rarely experienced in outdoor activities — where meditation, musical sound waves, and nature converge to offer a profound sense of calm and connection.

Solaris itself is a standout in Kingston’s outdoor recreation scene, a pioneering zero-emission vessel that champions sustainable river access without disrupting the delicate ecosystem. The museum’s dedication to preserving maritime history while innovating responsible exploration gives this trip an added layer of significance.

Oceanic birds and riverfish glide beneath the boat’s surface, while the nearby landscape hints at the Hudson Valley’s rich heritage, marked by colonial trading history and evolving cultural reverence for the river. The River Gong experience welcomes all skill levels, making it an accessible retreat from the usual bustle—whether you’re a local or passing through. It’s a rare chance to engage both body and mind through sound, sustainability, and natural beauty, right in the heart of New York’s Hudson River corridor.