• New York Media Boat / Adventure Sightseeing Tours - - Guests shall arrive our dock at North Cove Marina 15 minutes prior to departure.
  - Our captains provide a safety briefing before you board the boat.
• Each guest is offered our tactical-weather gear for additional warmth before boarding.
  - All tours are narrated in English and must depart right on time.
• The captain stops the boat along the route to point out sites and gives you the opportunity to take great photos.
• New York Media Boat reserves the right to cancel a trip due to unsafe weather conditions or other unforeseen circumstances, in which case a full refund will be issued. There is no refund for customers who do not show up for their scheduled departure.

Our Route

We’ll leave Manhattan and head out on the Hudson River to get spectacular views of downtown and midtown with the Empire State and Chrysler buildings. Going north on the Hudson, you’ll see the FDNY Fireboat Station, Chelsea Piers, the VIP Heliport, Hudson Yards Project, the Highline, and the Jacob Javits Convention Center, before stopping at the Intrepid Aircraft Carrier and Cruise Ship Terminal. 

We then cross over to the New Jersey shoreline and run south for panoramic views of the entire skyline. From Hoboken, we cross back over to Manhattan and stop right in front of the Financial District and Freedom Tower. Rounding Battery Park, we enter the East River where you’ll see the helicopters take-off and land, as we cruise past South Street Seaport, go under the Brooklyn Bridge and to the Manhattan Bridge. After taking in the iconic views, we run along the Brooklyn waterfront, past the Red Hook Container Terminal, and around Governors Island.

Crossing the Upper Bay, you’ll see commercial vessels such as tug boats, oil barges, and the Staten Island Ferry while making our way to the Statue of Liberty. We stop right outside the security zone so you can get an up-close and unobstructed view of Lady Liberty. Returning to Manhattan, we pass Ellis Island, and you’ll have great views of the entire world-famous NYC downtown skyline. We hope to welcome you aboard!

At each of our 12 tour stops, the captain positions the boat so that every guest can get a perfect photo and will help guests with any photo requests.

• TripAdvisor Experiences brokerage fee
• Local taxes

• Tour-guide/captain gratuities are not included

Experience the best of sightseeing in New York Harbor with our exclusive custom excursion! Be dazzled by the city from prime viewpoints, and capture the globally-renowned skyline from our boat, which is regularly chartered by media agencies to report on unfolding events! Our ‘PRIVATE CHARTER’ Adventure Sightseeing Tour whisks your party of up to 6 away on a unforgettable journey through the harbor. The guided tour highlights over 40 attractions on the local waterborne routes. Savour the city from distinct viewpoints specifically selected to cater to photography enthusiasts. We’ll position you mere feet from key attractions and also provide ample room for capturing the sweeping skyline. Our skippers pause the boat at numerous spots en route to let you snap timeless images. It’s the ultimate means of getting to know New York City’s layout during your stay, and a thrilling experience for tourists and natives alike!

• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Minimum age is 5 years
• Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to your late arrival
• No high heels; flat shoes only
• Recommended: Bring sunglasses and your camera!

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.