WELCOME to NAUTICAL HOSTING, LLC
Captain Bill has had a passion for boating for his entire life, having grown up on Barnegat Bay in NJ.
His experiences include sailing a sailfish (in the national championships), sailing a wide variety of sailboats, handling a ski boat, or captaining up to 52 ft charter sailboats in the British Virgin Islands and the Grenadines.
His 40 + years on the water will give you the opportunity to relax and enjoy your cruise.
While Suzy has not been a boater as long as Bill, she has quickly become his Skipper and knows her boat exceptionally well. Growing up in Michigan she was a water skier throughout her childhood. In Oregon, she was first mate aboard her 34' Bayliner.
Suzy enjoys catering to the guests and making sure they are having a most memorable cruise.
Skipper Suzy is the owner of Nautical Hosting so if you have any particular request, be sure to ask her.
Professional Crews
High Quality Service
Our Yacht
Cruise Descriptions and Pricing
2-hour Cruise: Board and cruise the Intracoastal waters past the St. James Marina with a loop along Southport's waterfront. This cruise includes music, beer/wine/champagne and hors d'oeuvres. Departure from Southport is approximately 2 hours prior to sunset. Available Wednesday through Sunday. Reservations are required. Six person minimum. $97pp.
3-hour Cruise: Board and cruise the Intracoastal waters past the St. James Marina with a loop along Southport's waterfront. This cruise includes music, beer/wine/champagne and hors d'oeuvres. Departure from Southport is approximately 3 hours prior to sunset. Available Wednesday through Sunday. Reservations are required. Six person minimum. $135pp.
Southport Dinner Cruise: Available Thursday through Sunday. Also available for Sunday brunch. Board at St. James Marina and cruise the Intracoastal waters to Safe Harbor. Enjoy wine/beer and hors d'oeuvres before docking at Safe Harbor. Listen to live music on the boat while waiting for your table at Rusty Hooks or Joseph's Italian Bistro. After dinner, reboard and cruise back to St. James Marina while enjoying champagne and dessert. Reservations are required. Eight person minimum. $169pp.
Wilmington Dinner Cruise: Available Thursday through Sunday. Board at Deep Point Marina and cruise the Cape Fear River to Smoke on the Water restaurant. Enjoy wine/beer and hors d'oeuvres while taking in the river cruise adventure and sights. Arrive at Smoke On The Water and listen to live music on the boat while waiting for an available table. After dinner, reboard and cruise back to Deep Point Marina while enjoying champagne and dessert. Ten person minimum. $215pp.
PLEASE NOTE: In these uncertain times, we highly recommend travel insurance.
WHAT WE OFFER
Carolina Sunsets
For two luxurious hours you’ll cruise along the Cape Fear River and ICW with your choice of a bottle of red, white, blush or bubbly, plus a personalized charcuterie plate.
Afternoon Delight
Dolphins Watching, Girls' Getaway, Executive Retreats, Wedding and Engagement celebrations or Birthdays are all perfect for this three-hour excursion designed around you and your event, and done with class.
Water Taxi
TESTIMONIALS
"Did the sunset cruise with friends ... Captain Jeff and Skipper Suzy were awesome. Beautiful 2 hr tour of the intracoastal waterway." ~ Dave, Oak Island NC
"The sunset cruise was very nice! We loved seeing the dolphins! It was great!" ~ Andri & Shirley, Stephens City, VA
"The sunset cruise was incredible and we would highly recommend it!" ~ Chris & Kristin, Winston-Salem, NC
Accommodations
Full Galley with Booth Seating for 6
State Room with
Full Head
Open Salon
Seating on the
Aft Deck
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