You are welcome to bring snacks and BYOB. (Glass bottles of wine or beer are also totally fine)

We offer complimentary water and seltzer, and a large cooler stocked with ice for your beverages. Please bring plates or cutlery you will need for your snacks, along with your favorite tumbler cups. We have surround sound speakers on board connectable via Bluetooth, so make sure you have a playlist for your excursion!

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Bring a towel and bathing suit if you decide to swim. Sometimes the bay gets chilly, so we suggest bringing a sweater or blanket especially if you have booked a sunset cruise. Although the boat is covered we do suggest wearing sunscreen. Bring your polaroid camera to capture the memories! We have surround sound speakers as well as a large boom box & karaoke microphones, so bring your fav playlist and lets dance!

Our up to date and live availability is available online for you to scroll through and book! If you are searching for a time or date and do not see it, please feel free to call us or reach out. Bookings are accepted online through our website & booking platform, as well as over the phone!
Please remember all times and dates are first come first serve, and all pricing brackets are fully adjustable, so if there is a change in your headcount, just let us know and we can adjust for you!

To avoid the 6% booking fee that our platform charges, please call us and we will waive the booking fee!

Weather forecasts in our beautiful town by the sea are constantly changing and have varying degrees of accuracy. We cannot operate in conditions involving thunder & lightning, heavy wind, and heavy rain due to safety concerns for both your group and our crew members. In such cases, a weather cancellation decision is made on the day of your charter. If a cancellation due to weather is made, a full refund is issued to our Guests.

Collaboration between client, captain and crew through communication is essential, and the final decision is made by the captain on the day of your charter (or with strong and accurate evidence of unsafe operating conditions prior to the charter.)

We want to ensure our guests have the best possible experience and will not put anyone in uncomfortable weather conditions. We are also happy to pro-rate part of a charter if weather conditions during charter take a sudden turn (for example a thunder storm pops up on the radar.)  

A crew member will be in contact two days prior, the day before, and the morning of the charter if the weather forecast is less than ideal.

Clients should not feel pressure to cancel a trip due to weather and refund concerns. Let us worry about the weather, it’s our job!

No Big deal! As long as your group does not exceed 21 we can adjust the payment when you arrive! Our fully adjustable pricing brackets make it easy to add more friends to your party! Our captain and crew must do a headcount before the vessel leaves the dock, so any adjustments can be made then! Any group larger than 19, please give us a call for more information on large party accommodations and pricing.

Newport Boat Ride has a strong reputation for transparency, understanding, and collaboration with our clients to find mutually beneficial solutions. We recognize that unforeseen circumstances can occur. In such cases, please call immediately if your group cannot make the scheduled trip time, and we will make every effort to accommodate a reschedule. ​

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 *Notice is required 14 days in advance or more before your scheduled charter to receive a full refund.

* Within the window of 13 days and 72 hours before the charter start, Newport Boat Ride will retain 50% of the trip cost or issue a company gift card for the full trip cost.

* Cancellations made (72 hours) 3 days or less from charter start will forfeit the full charter cost.

* No-shows will be charged the full charter cost.

* If a day-of cancellation due to weather is made by Newport Boatride, a full refund is issued to our guests.​

* Refunds are not available for rescheduled trips, unless Newport Boatride cancels the rescheduled trip due to inclement weather. 

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For the sake and respect of our local, stunning wildlife, balloons, streamers, confetti, banners & backdrops are not permitted on the vessel as they may break free when the boat is in motion or block visibility of crew members. Comfortable footwear is suggested for dancing, or a spare pair of flip flops, heels are not the most stable footwear on the vessel. Please avoid large bottles of hard liquor. Please try to apply aerosol sunscreen on the dock or before arrival!

There is so much to do and see in Newport Harbor and Narraganset Bay. We can cruise past the inner harbor mansions, Fort Adams, Hammersmith Farm, Castle Hill, Clingstone, you can see four lighthouses and so much more. If you would like we are happy to tell you all about the sights you see. Because this is a private cruise we do not have to stick to a schedule or specific route, weather and condition permitting we are happy to cruise wherever you want.

Feel free to bring snacks and picnic items! We suggest you bring cups and napkins. Beer, wine, hard seltzers & cider is always preferable and easy to serve, please leave the large liquor bottles at home. Premixed cocktails like rum punch and margaritas are fine. You can bring your own cooler or use ours, we will have ice. Call us for suggestions on Charcuterie Board & Lunch Catering ideas!

We want you to come out and have as much fun as possible! Bring your bests for a bachelorette cruise. We have a bluetooth sound system we can put music on for you or you can play your own. This is your private Newport RI boat ride, so lets have a dance party!

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We want everyone to have an amazing time out on the water, and part of that means keeping things fun and safe for all our guests. To make sure of that, we’ve got a few simple guidelines and rules when it comes to swimming and alcohol during your trip.

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Swimming Rules

• Stay Close to the Boat: For everyone’s safety, swimming is only allowed in the designated area near the bow swim and loading door. Please keep within 15 feet of the boat—this way, we can keep an eye on you and assist if needed.

• No Swimming After Drinks: If you’ve had a drink, it’s best to stay on board and enjoy the view. Swimming after drinking is not allowed to keep everyone safe.

• Use the Ladder, Not the Leap: Diving off the boat might seem like fun, but it’s strictly a no-go. Please use the swim ladder to get in and out of the water.

• Play It Cool: Roughhousing or rough play in the water or on the floats isn’t allowed. Let’s keep it fun and relaxed for everyone.

• No Float Chasing: If the wind carries away a float or an item, let the crew handle it. We’re happy to retrieve it for you—no need to swim after it.

• Lifejackets and Floats: We provide lifejackets, swim noodles, and other flotation devices. Feel free to use them, but the choice is yours.

• Listen to the crew and Captain: they are there to ensure your safety.

• If you can not swim or are not a strong swimmer, let the Crew and Captain know. we will help fit a certified life jacket and provide guidance. We do prefer our guest to be confident swimmers but if the conditions are ideal and its not to deep we may permit it.

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Alcohol Guidelines

• Bring Your Own Beverages (BYOB): Feel free to bring your favorite drinks aboard, but remember, we don’t serve alcohol.

• Wait Until After Swimming: Alcohol is best enjoyed after swimming activities are over and everyone is safely back on board. It’s a great way to toast the day’s adventures!

• Keep It Responsible: While we want you to have a great time, we do ask that you drink responsibly to ensure the safety and comfort of everyone on board.

Why These Rules?

These guidelines help us keep your experience both safe and enjoyable. Plus, staying within these rules helps us meet important safety and insurance requirements. We’re proud to say we’ve had no incidents in over all the years of operation, and your cooperation is a big part of what makes that possible.

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Your Crew’s Got You Covered

Our captain and crew are experienced professionals. They’re fully licensed and participate in strict training and testing programs to ensure your safety. They’ll also help you with everything from signing a quick waiver before swimming to getting in and out of the water. Trust us—you’re in good hands.

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During your private boat ride we can get up close and personal with the lesser seen private & Gilded Age Newport Mansions, you can see Hammersmith, Harbor Court, Bonniecrest and hear the awesome stories about these still occupied homes. 

YES! We do!  It is a rather small room, so the bathroom is not wheelchair accessible. 

We want you to relax and have a good time, but our crew retains the right to cut off overly intoxicated guests. If guests are behaving inappropriately or are overly intoxicated we will return to the dock early and your payment will not be returned. We do not allow intoxicated guests to go swimming. The captain retains the right to allow swimming. 

No age limit! You are welcome to leave very young children in their stroller and  roll them right on the boat! If you book online we do ask you to indicate how many children. Baywatch has high railings all around the boat so you can let the little ones roam a little bit.

We LOVE dogs! Bring your pooch (or several) there is no limit to the number or size of dogs, we can even stop and let them jump in the water

Swimming Waiver and Release of Liability

This agreement must be read, understood, and signed by all participants prior to engaging in swimming activities aboard Baywatch, operated by Antique Yacht Collection and/or Newport Boat Ride, out of Rhode Island.

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I, the undersigned, acknowledge and agree that swimming aboard Baywatch involves inherent risks, including but not limited to drowning, water conditions, equipment contact, interactions with others, weather, wildlife, and equipment failure. I assume full responsibility for any risks, injuries, or damages arising from my participation.

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I confirm I am a capable swimmer. If not, I will inform the crew and wear a certified life jacket at all times. The captain and crew have sole discretion to assess my safety for swimming based on ability and conditions.

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I agree to:

1. Refrain from swimming after consuming alcohol.

2. Swim only in the designated bow swim and loading door area, within 15 feet of the boat.

3. Use the swim ladder for water access and avoid diving.

4. Avoid rough play in the water or on floats.

5. Allow the crew to retrieve blown-away items instead of attempting to do so myself.

6. Independently decide to use available flotation devices like lifejackets or noodles.

Failure to adhere to these policies may result in cessation of swimming activities at the discretion of the crew or captain.

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In consideration of participation, I release and hold harmless Antique Yacht Collection and/or Newport Boat Ride, its owners, crew, and affiliates, from all claims, including those arising from negligence. I indemnify them against third-party claims arising from my conduct while swimming and or on the Floats.

I certify that I am physically fit, free from medical conditions impairing safe participation, and understand the risks involved. I acknowledge that insurance to cover such activities incurs significant expense and compliance with policies ensures participant safety and sustainability.

By signing below, I consent to the use of any photos or videos for promotional purposes unless I notify the crew otherwise. This agreement is governed by Rhode Island law, and if any provision is unenforceable, others remain in effect. Minors require a guardian’s signature and supervision. Digital signatures are legally binding.

Full Name: ___________________________________________
Date of Birth: _________________________________________
Phone Number: ________________________________________
 

Signature: ____________________________________________Date: __________________________