Whether you want to do a little sightseeing around New Jersey or even into Manhattan, or want a nice dinner while floating on the water, you can enjoy both pleasures in New Jersey. River cruises abound all around the state. The U.S. Coast Guard certifies all boats and licenses all the captains.
The Atlantic Highlands Princess is a 66-foot Victorian-style dinner cruise riverboat that holds up to 140 passengers. Two enclosed decks offer views of the Navesink and Shrewsbury rivers from temperature- controlled vantage points. The cruises include moonlight, dinner, lunch, sightseeing and even a comedy/music night journey from early June to mid-October. You can rent the riverboat for a special occasion from a wedding to a Bar/Bat Mitzah. You also can take advantage of a cash bar. Management encourages guests to make reservations.
Atlantic Highlands Princess
16 Robertsville Rd.
Marlboro, NJ 07746
732-682-5674
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The Spirit of New Jersey sails year-round and offers cruises on the East and Hudson rivers, including views of Manhattan. You can enjoy a skyline dinner, buffet and moonlight cruises or holiday and themed cruises. Temperature-controlled rooms, strolling decks, panoramic views and full service bars are all a part of the boat. Management recommends reservations and gives discounts for groups of 20 or more.
Spirit of New Jersey at Liberty Landing Marina
80 Audrey Zapp Drive
Jersey City, NJ 07305
201-333-0603
spiritofnewjersey.com/New-Jersey/home
The River Lady is an 85-foot authentic reproduction of a paddle wheel riverboat that can hold 150 passengers. A completely enclosed temperature-controlled deck reaches around the boat. Passengers can enjoy the view of the Toms River and Barnegat Bay while dining. A Nickelodeon player piano and a surround-sound music system will be part of your experience. You can take advantage of sightseeing opportunities, lunch, early bird supper and dinner cruises The boat includes a cash bar and snack bar. Management recommends reservations.
Riverboat Tours Inc.
One Robbins Parkway
Toms River, NJ 08753
732-349-8664
riverlady.com
From May 15 to October 15, you can float along the Shrewsbury and Navesink rivers on the Great Ga-Zee Boat. Designed after the octagonal shape of a gazebo, the boat holds up to 48 passengers. Featured amenities include many special-themed food cruises with complete bar, a BBQ cookout, clambakes and sunset hors d'oeuvre receptions. You'll need reservations.
Great Ga-Zee-Boat at Oceanport Landing
417 River St.
Oceanport, NJ 07757
732-780-4217
riverboatservices.com
