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S/V Dark StarDark Star under sailComfortable cockpit on Dark StarDark Star interior

Set sail on NY Harbor aboard this beautiful and luxurious Ericson sloop!

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 Explore the New York Harbour and many other famous landmarks in the city by boat! Charter the Ericson 38-200 sailing yacht for up to 6 people. Rates as low as  There is nothing like sailing on New York Harbor. You will enjoy breathtaking views of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island and the New York City skyline. Sit back and relax, or work the sails and take the helm. Whether you're an experienced sailor or trying it for the first time, you will have an unforgettable experience. Dark Star is a 38 foot Ericson sloop designed by Bruce King and built-in 1988. She has been beautifully maintained and upgraded with safety and comfort in mind. The large cockpit and spacious decks provide plenty of room for relaxing while the crew tends the sails. Down below is a complete galley with refrigeration, seating for six at the dinette and a fully enclosed head. Two private staterooms and berths in the saloon provide comfortable overnight accommodations. If you have any questions, we can answer those through GetMyBoat’s messaging platform before you pay. Just hit, “Request to Book” and send us an inquiry for a custom offer.   

Dave

Dave

12 total bookings
Capacity
6 guests
Sailing
Cruising Monohull

Reviews

5.0 (7 reviews)
  • Listing Accuracy

    Awesome
  • Departure & Return

    Awesome
  • Vessel & Equipment

    Awesome
  • Communication

    Awesome
  • Value

    Awesome
  • Itinerary & Experience

    Awesome
  1. Set sail on NY Harbor aboard this beautiful and luxurious Ericson sloop!
  2. Set sail on NY Harbor aboard this beautiful and luxurious Ericson sloop!
  3. Set sail on NY Harbor aboard this beautiful and luxurious Ericson sloop!
  4. Set sail on NY Harbor aboard this beautiful and luxurious Ericson sloop!
  5. Set sail on NY Harbor aboard this beautiful and luxurious Ericson sloop!
  6. Set sail on NY Harbor aboard this beautiful and luxurious Ericson sloop!
  7. Set sail on NY Harbor aboard this beautiful and luxurious Ericson sloop!
  8. Set sail on NY Harbor aboard this beautiful and luxurious Ericson sloop!
  9. Set sail on NY Harbor aboard this beautiful and luxurious Ericson sloop!
  10. Set sail on NY Harbor aboard this beautiful and luxurious Ericson sloop!
10 photos have been added by reviewers who booked this listing.
  1. Justin
    Justin

    Perfect sailing experience

  2. AP

    Akshata

    Dave was an amazing host. He explained everything we needed to know to enjoy our time on the boat. We had a great time sailing at sunset and got to see some spectacular views of the NYC skyline and the Statue of Liberty. Thank you, Dave! :)

  3. VY

    Veronica

    I’d like to 100% recommend you to get a boat trip with Dave - he is a very experienced, responsible captain - you’ll definitely enjoy it!

  4. CH

    Cari

    We had the best time! Captain Dave is amazing and his boat is fantastic! So much space to lounge around and enjoy breathtaking views of the city!

  5. Jennifer
    Jennifer

    Dave and his boat are fantastic! We booked for some sailing instruction, and while there wasn’t much wind, it was still amazing. Dave explained the boat setup, the electronics, and other relevant things to consider when sailing in the harbor while giving us a beautiful tour around lower Manhattan. We also set sail and took the wheel for a bit. I would 100% recommend going out on Dave’s boat with him whether for a sightseeing tour or to learn from him, or both.

Dave

Dave

12 total bookings

Captain Dave Doles has been sailing the waters of the northeast from New England to the Chesapeake Bay for over 40 years. Most of that has been spent cruising the beautiful New Jersey coast, exciting New York Harbor and the bucolic Long Island Sound. His sailing resume also includes experience racing and chartering in Europe, South Africa and the Caribbean, and he has sailed off-shore to Bermuda and the Virgin Islands. Captain Dave holds a US Coast Guard Master license and is a certified sailing instructor with the American Sailing Association.

Features & Details

  • Ericson
  • 38-200
  • Capacity: 6 people max

Safety Equipment

Life Jackets (1)

Operating Equipment

Autopilot
GPS ChartPlotter

Guest Amenities

Berths (1)
Cabins (1)
Oven
Sun Protection
Toilets (1)

Leisure & Entertainment Equipment

Bluetooth
Sound System

Approximate Location

You’ll get directions to the departure location when you make a booking.

The boat's approximate location on a map
Approximate Location

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 5 days before your trip.

Additional Terms & Information

 Cancellation policy: Cancellations five days or more from scheduled sailing will be granted a full refund, or you can reschedule for another date. Cancellations less than five days, but more than 48 hours prior to scheduled sailing will be granted a 50% refund. Within 48 hours of scheduled sailing, booking is non-refundable. Cancellation due to weather: In the event of severe or hazardous weather conditions, the scheduled sailing may be cancelled at any time prior to departure at the discretion of the captain. Cancellation under these circumstances will result in a full refund.      

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