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York River Sailing: Unique Gloucester Point Experience
5.0
109 Ratings
Gloucester Point
Families and couples have the special chance to navigate a 32-foot sloop, equipped with all the contemporary facilities. Alternatively, they can unwind in the cockpit or on the boat’s bow for more solitude. Ideal for celebrating engagements, birthdays, anniversaries, or as an unexpected gift.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- York River Yacht Haven - Couples, friends and families spend 3 hours cruising on the majestic York River. They can learn to sail or just relax. Optional short history tour of the 1781 battles that won America’s independence.
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What's Included
- Bottled water
- Learn to sail in 20 minutes
- Take the helm yourself
- Hoist the spinnaker for downwind sailing
- Swim off the aft if the wind dies
What's Not Included
- Absolutely no illegal drugs onboard.
Additional Information
- Friendly dogs welcomed.
Location
York River Yacht Haven
Yacht Haven Road
Park near the pool and we'll find you.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
5.0
(109 Ratings)
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Billpatton
Jul 6, 2024
Fantastic afternoon on the water! - Captain Bill was great! He’s a very enjoyable guy to be with and did a great job on our little sailing trip!
This was our 2nd year to go - and we definitely plan to sail with him again!!
Thank you Bill!
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Kevinmi5793da
Jun 30, 2024
Enjoying the York River by Sailboat - What a great relaxing way to enjoy the water and enjoy sailing! Captain Bill asked if we wanted to take the helm as he raised the sails and set us on our course across the York river. My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our time and loved steering the 32’ sailing vessel.
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B5250kshelenp
Jun 28, 2024
A perfect day of Sailing, laughter and fun! - Wonderful day of Sailing!
Captain Bill is exceptionally knowledgeable regarding the historical York River and it's points of interest.
It was a perfect day of laughter and fun! It was great spending time and getting to know our crew mates.
I would highly recommend this tour.
I am looking forward to another adventure with the skilled Captain Bill.
Teena Baldridge
Helen Puckett
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G5352uemichelem
Jun 22, 2024
York River sailing adventure! - Capt Bill did an amazing job during the whole trip. Detailed instructions ahead of time including a map of location. Lots of great history while on water. Gave a real sense of what the old battles would be like with sails!
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Lpear2014
Jun 12, 2024
Sailing experience of a novice! - Had a delightful sailing experience in the bay of Yorktown, the mouth of the York River. I went solo on this tour and there was only one other couple sailing with me. Captain Bill was wonderful. Besides information about the area, he instructed us on the art of sailing. And with only three passengers and 3 hours to sail, each of us had ample opportunity to practice our new skills. It was peaceful, exciting, and stimulating - all at once! An amazing feeling to feel the wind on the sails and move about the water!
I highly recommend this small tour experience!
PS: Saw 3 dolphins + a sea plane taking off
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Faya585
Jun 11, 2024
A new experience - We were celebrating our 10 year anniversary and it was an amazing adventure. Our first time sailing and husband got to drive the boat. It was relaxing and fun and we truly enjoyed the whole experience!
We will def do it again. Captain Bill was the hostess with the mostest!
Book now you will not regret it!!!
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Dabode1907
May 29, 2024
Sunset sail - Great communication pre-trip. The boat was clean and in good order. Captain Bill was polite, soft spoken and a wealth of nautical information of the area. We had perfect seas and a steady breeze. Literally nothing could have made this experience more perfect.
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214dougd
May 14, 2024
Great time on the York River - This is a great way to experience sailing without getting wet, and a wonderful way to spend time with friends on the river seeing Yorktown and Gloucester from the water. You can take a turn steering or just sit back and relax. I highly recommend and have done multiple times.
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Fearless48453991036
Apr 20, 2024
Bay Sail - Captain Bill was amazing, laid back, educated and this was an overall just awesome experience we will never forget! 123
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Goplaces57675338228
Sep 30, 2023
A great day under sail!! - My wife and I celebrated our 20th anniversary on the Deadline with Capt. Bill today. He is super nice and it was such an amazing experience. I haven’t sailed in over 40 years, but my sea legs quickly came back.
Capt. Bill had great historical information about the area and is a very skilled sailer. We LOVED it!!
Already planning our next cruise.
HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!
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