THE USA
The 15 best tall ship sailings in the USA you can book right now, with the price a head, how long each one runs and whether the sails go up. Number one is first for a reason.
Review of Key West’s America 2.0 sunset sail, with sailing views, open drinks, hors d’oeuvres, practical tips, and honest value advice.
“Sunset was enchanting and the crew was super accommodating! Captain Dan also added historical tid bits that enhanced the Key west experience. Great trip!”
Hilton Head’s Black Dagger pirate cruise turns a 90-minute boat ride into a treasure hunt with costumes, cannons, and coastal views.
“Fun for the whole family…our group of 13 included grandparents, parents kids. Staff was excellent and a memorable 2 hrs for sure.”
Review of Charleston’s 90-minute Schooner Pride dolphin cruise, with Fort Sumter, harbor views, sailing tips, pricing, and honest drawbacks.
“Was an amazing experience will do that again, the ship and the crew was amazing and so helpful allowing people to help raise the sails. What a great service and experience.”
Sail Boston Harbor aboard a classic schooner for skyline views, helpful crew, drinks, and a relaxed 90-minute outing.
“It was a great trip, plenty of wind for a good sail. The crew was informative, attentive and lots of fun!”
Sail Salem Sound aboard the replica privateer schooner Fame, help raise the sails, hear local history, and enjoy a hands-on cruise for $50.65.
“The crew so nice, let you steer schooner and very informative. Had a great time today! Definitely recommend this excursion.”
Review of Boston’s two-hour sunset tall-ship cruise, with skyline views, onboard drinks, practical tips, value, weather rules, and booking advice.
“excellent time! we had such a fun time and the boat was so clean. the weather was perfect and the guides were very friendly”
Sail into a New York sunset aboard the Schooner America, with Statue of Liberty views, a complimentary drink, and a polished crew.
“This sailing was the perfect activity to end our trip to New York. It was very relaxing and beautiful to see the sunset over the skyline, the Statue of Liberty, and the night lights as we returned to port.”
Sail Key West aboard the America 2.0 at sunset with drinks, hors d'oeuvres, wildlife sightings, and a chance to see the Green Flash.
“The best way to watch the sunset in the Keys! Every member of the crew was amazing!💖”
Sail New York Harbor at sunset aboard the 80-foot Schooner Adirondack, with skyline views, Lady Liberty, and one complimentary drink.
“Everything was perfect. They opened the gates exactly on time. All staff was kind and fun. The captain was fun and entertaining as well. The ride is amazing. You get to see the skyline from a different angle and we got beautiful pictures with the back drop of the Statue of Liberty. Highly recommended. Very good value for money.”
Review the Clipper City tall ship sail from Pier 17, with Statue of Liberty views, skyline scenery, practical tips, and honest value advice.
“So fun to sit under the sails on the way to the Statue of Liberty. The trip took a little over 1 hour and was just the right amount of time. Miss Liberty was great to see from the water! And it was fun to watch the crew raise and lower the sails. Well priced.”
Review of Boston’s 90-minute tall ship harbor sail, with skyline views, friendly crew, onboard drinks, practical tips, and honest value advice.
“Lots of fun for my family celebrating my husband's 75th birthday.”
Sail Charleston Harbor aboard the Schooner Pride, help raise its sails, spot dolphins, and see Fort Sumter for $48.
“The crew was very friendly and helpful. My granddaughters helped to raise a sail which was very exciting.”
Review of Key West’s two-hour Appledore sunset sail, with classic sailing, open views, drinks, snacks, practical tips, and honest value advice.
“This is a fun excursion. Only two hours but it fits into a schedule to see sights, have dinner, etc.”
Review of Portland’s two-hour Casco Bay tall ship cruise, with Maine-built schooners, lighthouses, seals, sailing tips, pricing, and practical advice.
“The boat is historic and the bay is pretty but your crew may or may not tell you much… and if there is low wind they don’t use the motor to get to any sights you just float.”
Review of the Schooner Clearwater sailing cruise, with dolphin sightings, sunset views, practical tips, pricing, access details, and who should book.
“GREAT ocean adventure!! with a terrific crew… Nice sailing weather, wind and dolphins too LOVE and recommended…”
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