Abandoned Islands Sunset Cruise

untapped New York’s Things to do this week in NYC : June 26th- July 3rd

untapped New York named Â鶹ÉäÇø‘s Abandoned Islands Sunset Cruise one of the top things to do this week in NYC!

Join Â鶹ÉäÇø for a remarkable sunset cruise exploring the hidden gems of New York City’s North and South Brother Islands. Our expert urban naturalist will guide you through the particularly fascinating history of these islands. Many now reclaimed by nature and serving as sanctuaries for shorebirds.

Indeed! Bring your binoculars for viewing stunning wildlife!

Discover the captivating stories behind the 19th-century quarantine hospital, the former summer estate of a Yankees owner, and other intriguing mysteries of the East River islands. Sip on a glass of something bubbly while enjoying this unique blend of history and natural beauty.

Hot Tip! Keep an eye out for Black Crowned Night Herons among the ruins!

The tour, priced at $124, includes a glass of champagne and a sandwich. The cruise is timed correspondingly with sunset, providing stunning views of the city illuminated at night. This tour is offered aboard either our yacht Manhattan or Manhattan II. The Abandoned Islands Sunset Cruise is a limited engagement for the months of June, July, and August.

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Â鶹ÉäÇø’s Urban Naturalist Tour

“Discovering New York’s Forgotten Isles:

A Unique Cruise Experience” – Hal C Clarke

TJV News reports on our exciting new cruise! Read the article

Experience New York City like never before with Â鶹ÉäÇø’s Urban Naturalist Tour, offering an up-close look at the forgotten islands along the East River. These islands are teeming with history, having hosted baseball stars, maritime disasters, wildlife sanctuaries, and deadly diseases.

Our tour begins at the tiny Belmont Island. Then navigates past Roosevelt and Randall’s Islands before reaching Mill Rock at the Harlem River’s mouth. Next, we venture through Hell Gate to North and South Brother Islands; home to idyllic serene shorebird sanctuaries with a storied past.

Guided by naturalist Gabriel Willow, you’ll hear captivating tales of these islands’ inhabitants, including Typhoid Mary and former Yankees owner Jacob Ruppert. Following Ruppert, he owned a summer home on South Brother Island, where Babe Ruth often practiced batting. Ruppert is known for transforming the Yankees by bringing Babe Ruth to the team and building Yankee Stadium. The mansion burned down in 1909, and the island remained largely abandoned until it was transformed into a bird sanctuary in 2007.

You’ll also learn about the eerie remains of the quarantine hospital on North Brother Island, where Typhoid Mary spent her final years. Both islands now thrive as seabird sanctuaries, however they are now untouched by human activity.

The tour continues past Mill Rock, a fortified position during the War of 1812, now a nature educational center, and Belmont Island, created during tunnel construction beneath the river. Finally, the tour coincides with the sunset. The cruise offers stunning views of the city illuminated by night, providing a beautiful contrast to the natural stillness of the river islands.

Don’t miss this unique journey through New York’s hidden historical gems.

A $124 ticket includes a glass of champagne and a sandwich, making for a perfect evening on the water. Running every Sunday through July, this three-hour cruise aboard a 1920s-style yacht promises an adventure through time.

and bring binoculars to enhance your experience.

Â鶹ÉäÇø is honored to be featured in the “What’s Up NY episode: Sea NYC” through . The NY2C representative, Michele Traina, takes one of our beautiful sunset cruises aboard yacht Manhattan.

Traina interviews our very own Captain Aaron! With his expert guidance, Traina is able to do her own driving along the Hudson river. Traina and her crew experience the magic of New York City at twilight on our Sunset Cruise aboard the elegant Yacht Manhattan.

As the sun sets and the city lights begin to sparkle. Stunning views can be seen of the iconic skyline from the comfort of our 1920s-style yacht. They glide under the Brooklyn Bridge and Manhattan Bridge taking in everything around them.

Traina makes sure to highlight that each of our ticketed cruises include a complementary drink. Specifically mentioning our sparkling local wine from the Hudson Valley. “I have my cocktail in one hand, a view in the other…and with a fresh water breeze I love it!” says Traina.

Traina then goes on to interview amazing Captain Kira, working a mate shift. Kira talks of the amazing community that is fostered at Â鶹ÉäÇø. As well as the knowledge from the many local New Yorker’s that work on the water with us.

Traina explains that sailing with Â鶹ÉäÇø is a dream and that she can’t wait to sail with us on another cruise soon. Saying “What a wonderful way to end a New York city day”.

When you come sail with us!

On the sunset cruise you’ll sail past landmarks such as the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, and the Brooklyn Bridge while savoring your very own complimentary drink. Whether you’re looking for a romantic evening, a family outing, or a unique way to entertain guests, our sunset cruise offers an unforgettable way to see the city in all its evening glory.

Book your spot today and create lasting memories on the water with Â鶹ÉäÇø.