Let's Go Sail the York River in Gloucester Point, Virginia

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Virginia, USA

2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

The York River is a favorite spot for boaters of all size vessels. Get out on the water and experience the joy of sailing down the York on this cruise launching from Gloucester Point. Join your captain on a 32-foot sloop and ride down the York at a relaxed pace. Find a quiet place to enjoy the view on the bow of the boat. Aspiring sailors can head to the helm, hoist the spinnaker, and captain the boat.

Dive into the river and go for a swim off the aft
Hang out in the cockpit with the captain and hear boating stories
Learn how to sail the boat within minutes, no experience needed
Great for families with kids who love sailboats

What's Included

Bottled water
Run the helm as you learn to sail. Hoist the spinnaker for downwind sailing. Swim off the aft if the wind dies.
Learn to sail in 20 minutes. Grab the helm!
Privacy on a cushion up on the bow.
Photos provided for free of your excursion.

Absolutely no illegal drugs onboard.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

York River Yacht Haven
8109 Yacht Haven Rd, Gloucester Point, VA 23062, USA
Park near the pool and head east to G Dock.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Yorktown Battlefield

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Infants must sit on laps
Transportation is wheelchair accessible

Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
Friendly dogs welcomed.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

A_H

It was WONDERFUL. Captain Bill is so Experienced and Friendly So relaxing and Smooth Sailing The wweather was Perfect And I was deck hand :)

Reviews

5.0

based on 143 reviews

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A windy, cold day on the water.

Dale_C, Oct 2025

This is a good experience if you want to captain a sail boat. Otherwise, it is just a nice sail around the James River and you need to hope for good weather. The day we went out it was quite choppy, cold and windy. We were glad when it was time to return to the dock. Bill the Captain is nice and tried to make the trip fun.

Response from Host, Oct 2025

Thanks for your honesty, Dale.

Captain Bill will work with your group!

Amanda_J, Oct 2025

I loved my first time sailing! Went with other Christian business owners while visiting Williamsburg for a work conference. Loved that Captain Bill was flexible with our wants. He even delivered us back early so we could get back in time for an evening meeting.

Response from Host, Oct 2025

Thanks very much, Amanda. You gals are great sailors!

Doesn’t get any better on a deadline. :)

A_H, Oct 2025

It was WONDERFUL. Captain Bill is so Experienced and Friendly So relaxing and Smooth Sailing The wweather was Perfect And I was deck hand :)

Response from Host, Oct 2025

Thanks very much!

Day Trip with Captain Bill

KurtandCarol_G, Jul 2025

We had a wonderful time sailing with Captain Bill on his beautiful boat!! The weather was amazing allowing us to enjoy with the sails and historical scenery!

Response from Host, Jul 2025

Thank very much, Carol and Kurt. Much appreciated.

Beautiful cruise!

Kate_S, Jul 2025

Beautiful day and great fun! We enjoyed our cruise and meeting new people. Captain Bill was knowledgeable and fun.

Response from Host, Jul 2025

Thanks very much, Kate.

Calm seas and lite winds...

Robert_R, May 2025

Calm seas and lite winds created the perfect time on the water. Capt. Bill was extremely knowledgeable about the battle of Yorktown.

Response from Host, May 2025

Thanks very much, Robert.

Great time

Melissa_G, Sep 2023

Capt. Bill was wonderful!! Very knowledgeable relaxing and fun!. Always recommend to our friends! Grandson and hubby both enjoyed.

Response from Host, May 2025

Melissa, sorry I missed this at the time. Thank you very much.

Happy Anniversary to Us!

Sharen_S, Oct 2020

Captain Bill moved with excellence of skill💯 It was my husband and I first time sailing and he calmed every concern my husband and I had. Actually I should have tipped him because he so deserved more than the price he charges!