Private Charters 

Our state-of-the-art clean-energy, battery-powered vessel offers the perfect outdoor escape for family get-togethers, special occasions, business meetings and more! 

After months of staying at home, there is no better way to spend an afternoon or evening with those closest to you than on your own chartered vessel during a completely private cruise experience.

A range of food and beverage options are available. Plus, you can add an exciting program: Marine Life Study, Bird-Watching, Lighthouse and History tour, and more.

Please call our Reservations Department at (203) 852-0700, extension 2206 or email reservations@maritimeaquarium.org to book.

Capacity

• There is a maximum of 25 passengers per cruise (Please note: our normal capacity of 50 has been reduced to meet current requirements set by the State of Connecticut.)

amenities

• Vessel is cleaned thoroughly between each cruise
• Tables for food served either buffet or hors d’oeuvre style
• Limited seating both inside and on the rooftop
• A sound system for music (via spotify or similar streaming service, guests can also bring their own device to hook up to the system)
• Shade covering
• Our crew can narrate the cruise, if desired
• Digital screen for presentations, videos, etc.
• A scenic route along Long Island Sound with highlights that include:
  • The Stewart B McKinney National Wildlife refuge
  • Three of Norwalk's historic Lighthouses
  • The Norwalk Islands 
  • A variety of birds including: osprey, egrets, American Oystercatchers and more.

CATERING

• The Aquarium's on-site caterer can provide a range of food and beverage options!
• Passengers are also allowed to bring their own food and drink, however,  you cannot use an outside caterer.

rental fee

• $1,450 for Evening (6 – 8 p.m.) and Weekend Charters
• $1,250 for Weekday Charters