Kick off your morning with a relaxing bay cruise, sipping coffee and enjoying stunning shoreline views. Pau Hana Boat Tours offers an intimate, scenic escape perfect for unwinding and soaking up the Pacific sun.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
No special fitness required, just bring a sense of relaxation
Wildlife
History
This coastline has been a vital fishing and trading hub for centuries, with a rich maritime history.
Conservation
The tour operators emphasize eco-friendly practices, ensuring the preservation of the bay’s natural beauty for future generations.
Pau Hana Boat Tours
Kick off your morning with a relaxing bay cruise, sipping coffee and enjoying stunning shoreline views. Pau Hana Boat Tours offers an intimate, scenic escape perfect for unwinding and soaking up the Pacific sun.
Pau Hana Boat Tours operates from Somers Point, New Jersey, offering a variety of private boat charters and themed cruises across Ocean City’s back bays and waterways. The business operates three named vessels — Nalu, Sassy, and Salty — and provides tailored experiences for groups seeking sunset sails, sandbar stops, daytime charters, and festive parade participation.
Pau Hana’s offerings include the unique Nalu sunset cruise, described as the only boat of its kind in the U.S., providing a smaller, more intimate option for up to six passengers. Larger private charters aboard Sassy and Salty accommodate groups of up to 16 passengers for two-hour tours such as The License To Chill Cruise, No Shoes No Shirt No Problem Lunch Cruise, The Five O'Clock Somewhere Tour, and When The Sun Goes Down Sunset Cruise. Several themed experiences focus on local traditions and seasonal events, including Night In Venice and Night in Venice Charter participation with illuminated decorations and a competitive tiki presence.
Morning and midday options include the But First, We Do Coffee On The Bay Tour and catered lunch cruise options for sandbar stops and waterfront dining. Evening offerings include floating tiki bar nights like The Summer Nights Tour, combining music, dancing, and late-night harbor views.
All descriptions are factual and based on the company’s published trip offerings. Pau Hana Boat Tours emphasizes private charters, flexible catering add-ons, and a range of experiences suited to celebrations, romantic outings, and group adventures in and around Ocean City, NJ.
Location
Somers Point, NJ
Base for all departures
Max Guests
Up to 16
Private charters for groups
Named Boats
Nalu, Sassy, Salty
Three vessels available
Cruise Length
2 hours typical
Most tours are two-hour charters
Book a Nalu sunset, a floating tiki party, or a two-hour private cruise—secure preferred dates early for peak-season availability.
Bring sun protection
Apply sunscreen and wear hats or sunglasses to stay comfortable during the cruise.
Arrive early
Get to the dock a little before departure to settle in and avoid rushing.
Bring a camera
Capture the beautiful shoreline and water views from the boat.
Prepare for calm waters
No strict technical skills needed, but be ready for a smooth, relaxing ride.
Sunscreen
Protect your skin from UV rays while enjoying the water and sun.
summer
Hat and sunglasses
Shield your eyes and face from direct sunlight.
summer
Camera or smartphone
Capture the scenic views and special moments.
Light jacket or cover-up
Stay comfortable if the weather cools down.
spring, fall, winter