Chesapeake Water Tours - Chesapeake City operates passenger cruises on the upper Chesapeake Bay and along the C&D Canal from its home port in Chesapeake City, Maryland. The company offers a variety of public themed sails — Sunset Cruises, Mimosa Brunch Cruises, Rum & Reggae sunset sails, Fall Cider & Donut Cruises, special-event nights like Sinatra at Sunset with live music by Bud Falls, and seasonal events including a Halloween Boo’ze Cruise. Public cruises are typically 90 minutes (some listed as 1½ hours) and feature scenic views of the bay and canal.
In addition to public sails, Chesapeake Water Tours - Chesapeake City offers private boat charters for two-hour celebrations and special occasions, available for daytime or evening sunset departures. Several cruises include onboard amenities and local partnerships: Mimosa Brunch Cruises serve breakfast sandwiches from Cafe on the Bay; Fall Cider & Donut Cruises include complimentary apple cider and donuts from Milburn Orchards; Rum & Reggae and Sinatra events offer rum tastings and a full cash bar on select sails. The Halloween Boo’ze Cruise features end-of-season drink specials, complimentary rum tastings, and free entry to the Chesapeake Inn costume party.
Passengers should book in advance to secure space on themed weekends and private charters. Cruises provide family-friendly options as well as 21+ sailing experiences with full bar service where noted. Chesapeake Water Tours - Chesapeake City presents a focused selection of short-format cruises designed for sightseeing, social events, and private celebrations. Online booking and clear schedules make planning departures simple today.