Private Yacht Rentals in Washington DC
a private Washington DC tour, on a rental yacht
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why is a private yacht rental 4x better than seeing washington dc in other ways?
We admit to our bias, but here’s our math:
2x — because of the reflection.
2x — because there are no crowds.
2 x 2 = 4
Commonly asked questions about our washington DC private yacht rental options:
Q: How long is the typical private yacht rental within Washington DC?
A: Our private captained cruises are a minimum of 90 minutes from all nearby Washington DC docks on our open boats, and a minimum of 3 hours on our yacht rentals. See more information on our locations page. But, remember, this is your boat tour, so it can be as long as you like!
Q: What will I see when renting a private yacht?
A: Plenty! Your tour will in part be a DC monument boat tour. You’ll typically see the Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, Jefferson Memorial, Kennedy Center, and plenty of other important and historically interesting buildings! See our sights page for more information. You’re also going to see parts of Maryland and Virginia on your tour.
Q: Is this an historical tour?
A: Yes, in part, if you’d like it to be. We will answer questions and tailor the tour to your interests, but if you want a focus on the history of Washington DC as it relates to sights viewable from the Potomac River, Washington Channel, and other area waterways, we’re happy to oblige. Please let us know your hopes in advance. Here’s a longer list of common sights.
Q: How many people can I bring on my private yacht rental around Washington DC (via the Potomac River and tributaries)?
A: The USCG maximum is 6 passengers total, plus our crew. If you need more people, contact us to reserve additional boats.
Q: Where does the yacht rental pick me up?
A: We are the only private operator with official permission at 10 area docks and marinas around Washington, DC, Maryland and Virginia. View locations, or contact us for advice on the best embarkation location for your needs.
Q: Am I seeing the very best of DC on a private boat or yacht tour—DC isn’t all on the water, right?
A: That’s subjective, of course, but you’ll see plenty of iconic sights from the unique perspective of a private boat. Boat and yacht charters are different from land-based tours, but you’ll see more than you may expect and have a unique experience. See our gallery to get a better sense for the boat and yacht tour experience.
Q: Is my Washington DC private tour guide also the captain?
A: It depends on the boat you select. Typically, with our open boats, your private tour guides are also the captains. On larger yachts (example here), with multiple levels, you may choose to have the tour narrative from a guide in the climate controlled salon, while the captain runs the yacht from the bridge deck. Again, it’s your private tour of Washington DC, so we will do it your way (of course, we may need advanced notice).
Q: If I rent a private yacht or boat, do I get to be the captain?
A: Unfortunately, not. All of our rentals include a USCG-licensed captain to help ensure your safety. But, the cruise is still very much your own—we’ll make it feel like it’s your boat and you’re certainly in charge of your experience.
Have more questions about private yacht or boat rentals in Washington DC? Visit our full FAQ page, or call 1-888-634-3335!
