Tall Ships Boston

Our Tall Ships cruises for 2012 have concluded. Thank you to all who joined us on these beautiful sails, and we hope to see you again in 2013.

June 29 – July 5, 2012 Boston/Harborfest Sails

Sail aboard New Horizons, 50 ton, 60’, 47 passenger US Coast Guard Certified Tortola Motor Sailer for a spectacular up-close experience of the international ships in Boston from June 29th until July 5th, 2012 to launch the celebration of the Bicentennial of the War of 1812 and our National Anthem. The international tall ships, active Navy ships, and ships of America’s coalition partners will be on display in Boston and will serve as the centerpiece for the commemoration festivities. The tall ships remind us of the vital role that our own USS Constitution played in The War of 1812, which was the last war fought under sail.

Schedule/Description of Sails we will be offering while in Boston:

Boston Harbor Tall Ship Viewing Sails

June 29 – July 4th – 10am, 12noon, 2pm, 4pm, 6pm, 8pm
Groupons welcome.

Join us for a relaxing experience as we sail through out the harbor to see the Tall Ships and Military vessels visiting for OpSail 2012. You’ll experience many of the following on your sail:

The stunning views that Boston Harbor has to offer
USS Constitution
Class A Tall ships, from both the US and Foreign Navies
Military vessels from the United States Navy

Special Tall Ships Sails

Sunset/Tall Ships at Anchor Sail

June 29th departs 6pm
Groupons accepted with upgrade.

See International tall ships from around the world at anchor as they gather in preparation for the big parade on June 30th. A boxed light dinner and complimentary drinks are included. You’ll experience many of the following on your 2 1/2 hour sail: The great views of Boston Harbor, Boston Skyline, Zakim Bridge, Harbor Islands, USS Constitution and much more!

Parade of Tall Ships Sail

June 30 – 9am
Groupons accepted with upgrade.

Join us for a once in a lifetime experience, see the Tall Ships and Military vessels parade into Boston Harbor. Be the first to welcome the Navy Ships and Tall Ships from around the word to Boston!
A boxed lunch and complimentary drinks are included during your 2 1/2 hour sail.

USS Constitution Turnaround & Blue Angels Fly-Over

July 4th – 10am
Groupons accepted with upgrade.

This Cruise will provide a spectacular, once in a lifetime opportunity to watch the great Boston tradition of the annual USS Constitution Turnaround, with the addition of an accompanying US Coast Guard Barque, EAGLE, AND a salute from the Navy Blue Angels Flight Team. Not only will the Blue Angels provide their spectacular air show, but up to 50 additional aircraft will perform fly-over salutes, as well.

This may end up being the highlight of the entire week, as it should be: The USS Constitution made its reputation during the War of 1812 and played an important part in turning back British forces.

A boxed lunch and complimentary drinks are included on your 2 1/2 hour sail.

Fireworks and Tall Ships Sail

July 4th – 8pm
Groupons accepted with upgrade.

Get the best seats for the dazzling fireworks display and Tall Ship viewing.
After viewing the Tall Ships and Boston Waterfront we will watch the fireworks over the Zakim Bridge as we float off Charlestown. A boxed light dinner and complimentary drinks are included. You’ll experience many of the following on your 2 1/2 hour sail: The great views of Boston Harbor, Boston Skyline, Zakim Bridge, Harbor Islands, USS Constitution and much more!

Seacoast Sailing/New Horizons Locations and Instructions

Reservations will only be held up to 10 minutes before sail time, so please be sure to arrive at least 20 minutes early.
Be prepared to sail rain or shine.
Provisioned FOOD AND BEVERAGES available on board — CASH only please.
Feel free to BYOB – one small soft cooler.
All sails include complimentary iced tea, lemonade, water and snacks
Boat name: New Horizons – Dark blue hull.

Boston Harbor Shipyard and Marina
256 Marginal Street
East Boston, MA 02128

New Horizons/Seacoast Sailing is at the end of the main pier on left, next to Nantucket Lightship

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Parking

There is available parking at the marina; pull into marina, turn right and right again go through chain
link fence; park anywhere on gravel area.
Please tell the gate that you are sailing on New Horizons. Our vessel is located at the end of the main pier next to the Nantucket Lightship.

Directions from the Maverick T stop

The Maverick T stop on the Blue Line is just a few blocks from the Marina, about a nine minute walk.

Head southeast on Maverick St. towards McKay Place.
Take a right onto Cottage Street, walk 3 blocks arriving at Marginal
Turn left and walk southeast (water to your right) until arriving at the Marina on your right.