Captain Russ is an amazing boat host. He skillfully sailed our group of six out of Shilshole Bay marina one spring evening in his immaculately-maintained boat. We snacked, drank, socialized, and enjoyed staggeringly beautiful views as Russ pointed out marine life (this time mostly sea lions and some porpoises, but he does regularly see whales!) and answered our questions about local geography and marine history (he seems to know everything about both). Russ is charming and knowledgeable and, most importantly, very good at sailing. He is focused on both the enjoyment and safety of his guests. His outings also a great deal; I did some comparison shopping and no one beats Russ's rates for what you get. He delivered an experience above and beyond our expectations so we will be back. Be sure to tip this man well! read more

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We had the best time reminiscing about our old sailboat we use to own in San Diego, and the captain was so friendly and attentive! I would recommend this experience to anyone! What memories we made for my bday weekend! read more

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Booked a 1 hour charter cruise for 6 people on the 4th of July, over 2 months in advance. I received an email a week and a half before our event, informing us that our booking has been cancelled because the police uses their parking lot for emergency responses. This is extremely unfortunate as this throws a major wrench in our 4th of July weekend plans. We planned and booked this way in advance only to have it cancelled when it's right around the corner and now we have to try and figure out a plan B at the last minute. I'm giving 2 stars because i'm giving the benefit of the doubt that they had no idea that the police was going to be using their parking lot for the 4th of July, but even then, this doesn't make up for the major inconvenience we will be facing. Is this the first time this is happening? If not wouldn't they have known that SPD would utilize their parking lot again? If so, why wouldn't the booking for this day/time already be blocked out so that people wouldn't run into this issue. Again, this is unfortunate, as I've read positive things about them and I wanted to experience what they offered. Just don't go making a booking on the 4th of July I suppose. If you don't believe me I've attached my booking confirmation and cancellation. read more

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We had a great tour! Our guide was super knowledgeable and fun. We were able to see so much of the city in such a fun atmosphere. We will be back again. read more

Candere Cruising - Best views of the Seattle skyline! - Boat Tours Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Yep it's me! If you have ever wanted to experience a chartered yacht now is the time to do it!!! My friends and I scheduled the 2 hour tour (you have book a minimum of 3 people no more than 6) and since nobody else booked it was just the 3 of us!!!! WINNING!!! AND they were running a special!! Our captain (Captain Madeline) was PHENOMENAL!!!! I had spoke with her the day before we booked and even though she was giving me bad news, she was very nice about it. :) We met with her around 11 in the morning and we (I) should've read the email a little better. You can have drinks (DRANKS) on the yacht BUT the Captain pours them and already has them there. You can bring your own (we brought champagne) but if you're running behind (like we were) you don't need to stop, there's a nicely stocked bar on the yacht AND Madeline is licensed. She was super knowledgeable and pointed out all types of fun facts! What was even cooler is I'm in real estate so she talked to me about all the lake houses and the price points of them and such, even down to the square footage, lol! It was great! If you're in the Seattle area and want a nice relaxing yacht ride you should definitely book with Canderé, and most specifically Captain Madeline read more

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We had a wonderful Sunday afternoon cruise. Mark was a great captain, pointing out many seals, providing blankets, cups, and oh so many laughs! read more

Candere Cruising - Group photo after the trip! Deva right behind us. - Boat Tours Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Fun relaxing cruise around Lake Union. Met some tourists on the ride. Good time was had by all. Captain Zeke was very knowledgeable about Seattle landmarks and history, which made it educational and interesting as well. The dock is right in the middle of all sorts of waterfront dining, so the after party was good too. read more

I booked the 3 hour sunset cruise on lake union & lake Washington. We had Capitan Mark and he gave us a great tour. The views were beautiful and it was such a relaxing, stress free way to get out on the water. Would reccomend! read more

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Me and my family had the best time on our cruise!! He was so friendly and knowledgeable. We saw all around the lake and it was a very chill and laidback time. He showed us all around the lake, taught us all the history, and was able to answer any questions we had about random boats or buildings. Overall, we had an awesome time and would reccomend this experience to absolutely anyone!! read more

Captain Mark was wonderful: friendly, informative about the sites to see, and willing to accommodate our requests. We did the 4 hour Mansions & Mimosa tour, which was an ideal amount of time. It was unusually perfect summer Seattle weather, so my only tip is to make sure you bring and apply lots of sunscreen. The bar was excellent, the drinks were generous, and the service from Captain Mark (who also played bartender) was five star. I highly recommend Candere Cruising and Captain Mark. read more

Candere Cruising - Sitting on the front of the boat - Boat Tours Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Gorgeous boat, awesome captain (Captain Mark), and incredible views!! 10/10 would go sailing again with Candere Cruising. I've rented through other companies and comparatively, Candere Cruising was top of the line, super responsive, and even worked with our group to find something that would work around our tight schedule. Would recommend. read more

Even though the weather was cold and blustery, we had a great time. Capt Russ was delightful in his story telling and all around good company. He did a great job. The boat was clean and comfortable. We look forward to sailing again with him soon. read more

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The boat was nice, weather was perfect, and the drinks were cheap, but our captain David was not very polite or happy to be there. He didn't show us anything but 1 house and a helicopter pad. Was short with us and honestly seemed annoyed he was there. Maybe it wasn't his day, or maybe he needs to find something else he likes to do better. read more

Thanks to Russ for taking us out on the Puget Sound sailing cruise. We had a blast! Highly recommended! read more

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This was the best private tour I have ever been on. It was 5 of us including my 5 year old son. We had a blast. Captain Dylan was awesome and accommodating. We got to listen to our music through his Bluetooth speaker. Drinks are available on board . It was a beautiful sunny day. I would definitely recommend this to anyone read more

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From start to finish, this company was an absolutely pleasure to work and play with. Setting up our trip and reserving it was a breeze. Our captain Russ was also great. Gave us an excellent tour despite the sky being a bit on the gloomy side. He assured us we'd probably still get a gorgeous sunset and we absolutely did. We also got to take turns going up to the front of the boat. When we arrived he was waiting by the dock before leading us to the sailboat so he wasn't hard to find at all. Will use them again and highly recommend to others. read more

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Beyond it being one of the most gorgeous days this season to sail, Russ was a fantastic captain and overall - today's 3 hour sail was an amazing experience! I booked a morning sail last minute - I was a bit hesitant to go on the sailboat because I couldn't find anyone to go with. When I reached out to Dylan via email to inquire about going solo, he not only answered my questions in 5 min, but quickly put my nerves at ease and let me know this was more of a social cruise, and another couple who were travelers had also booked and their intent was to meet others - I was quickly sold. Another huge plus of the tour was that it was 3 hours - most in the area I have found have been 1.5 which in my personal opinion, isn't long enough. We had a glorious 3 hour cruise; Captain Russ was super entertaining telling us loads of stories and answered all of my questions. He took all safety precautions and made us feel really safe on the boat. I am so glad that Candere now offers an option to book solo since I often want to go sailing for more than 1.5 hours, and I'm not always able to convince friends to go with me. I for sure will be going sailing with Candere again - couldn't recommend this company enough!! read more

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This was our 2nd cruise with Captain Dylan on his boat cruise on Lake Union. So wonderful! We started at 5:00, on a sunny Fall day, and were on the boat for sunset. Just gorgeous! He is a wonderful, gregarious, interesting, and fun boat captain. We highly recommend and we will do this again when back in the area! read more

We booked a charter with Dylan as a surprise birthday excursion! Dylan went above and beyond any expectation I could have had for this event. He was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable. He also has a great sense of humor. He makes a wicked drink, too! The boat was comfortable for our party of six. It was a chill Seattle day, with bits of sun peaking through the clouds, and everyone was comfortable in the boat. Would definitely book again! read more

I researched a lot of other places online and came across Cadere Crusing, it was the right style, right price, laid-back and perfect for us. We booked a private 2-hour cruise around the lake and had such a great time, we did not want to get off the boat! Dylan is super cool, down-to-earth, and the vibe was very relaxed. I can say that I will definitely be booking with Dylan again in the near future. Oh, and be sure to ask him to make you his amazing signature drink... "Memorial Day Mahem" ;-) read more

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Friendly staff/captains! I took a cruise with them 3 times and each time was great! Especially fun when I have friends visiting from out of town! read more

Had a fantastic two hour cruise today. I called because we had a little trouble finding them thanks to road construction & they were kind enough to come to the street and wave us in! Our Capt as Dylan McCoy. He was very knowledgeable, accommodating & had a great sense of humor! Highly recommended!! read more

How does one begin to Thank another person for helping make more memories on a MUCH needed mini vacation, 2 words, CAPTAIN DYLAN, that's how!! Capt. was super informative, knowledgeable of the city, interesting stories of the history of Union / Washington Lake and one HELL of a good tow service! On our tour, this other boat and family were dead in the water. CAPTAIN DYLAN threw them a line and we towed em in. The family was SO NICE & Appreciative! So very happy I found this on the list of TO DO's! Thank you Capt. DYLAN, you made our first trip to your Great state extra special read more

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My family and I had an absolutely wonderful time on Lake Union and Lake Washington with Candere Cruising. Captain Dylan was great. His charter was the perfect blend of sightseeing, cruising, fun history facts, and plenty of great drinks for our group of 6 (a mix of local Seattleites and out-of-town visitors). We would book again in a heartbeat! read more

Such a fun thing to do!! Our tour guide Kurt was amazing and so friendly and had lots of fun facts about the lake. We had a glass of sparkling wine on the back of the boat too(: highly recommend. read more

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Great experience for tourists and locals alike. Before our cruise, Captain Dylan was easy to communicate with and even accommodated a change of date since I was sick. The directions down to the dock were straightforward, and we took off promptly at our 5:30pm sail time. On board, I loved the wood interior and extra touch of local beers and spirits. The sailing path was great, and I got to see parts of the city and learn more about Seattle's history that was new to me. Note: You can bring food and drinks on the boat, but not your own alcohol. The cocktails on board are only $6 though, and he takes cards! read more

My wife and I were acting as tour guides for our friends from Southern California. It had been about 2 years since we last visited the area and our last lake tour was on the Duck (which is no longer in business). We chose Candere based on reviews and were not disappointed! We arrived almost a full hour early and Captain Curt and another gentleman were already there preparing the boat. They immediately offered restroom facilities and then Captain Curt said, "Let's get started!" He was knowledgeable, personable, and gregarious. The boat could easily accommodate six, but it was just the four of us and Captain Curt! It was like we owned the boat! Awesome! Because we got out early, he even kept us out a little longer. Curt's insights and willingness to share was so refreshing! No rehearsed speech, no drivel, just honest to goodness info. We'll be back for a sunset tour next time! Highly recommend. read more

We had a fabulous birthday cruise on the lake, watching sea planes land and takeoff, checking out houseboats in all shapes and sizes, and enjoying the sunshine. Captain Dylan was awesome, happily answering questions and pointing out landmarks. The instructions for arrival were very detailed and helpful. All around great experience. read more

Captain Russ was a lovely host for a 3-hour sunset sail. My group had a great time being out on the sound! Would definitely recommend the experience! read more

We took a private sunset sail with Captain Mark and it was great. Mark was knowledgeable and very friendly. Although it was a little cold and windy to go out on the front of the boat while we were sailing, we enjoyed sitting in the higher up stern rail seats. We brought on snacks and enjoyed a relaxing evening. Would absolutely recommend. read more

Had a great sail with Captain Russ out on the Puget Sound with some friends! Highly recommended. I am already trying to book another trip this summer! read more

Lots of fun and a great way to gather a small group in a safe way during COVID times. Dylan was great in communication and I felt well prepared for the event, even with the questionable weather that happens in the PNW. What's great is that the boat had a canopy to keep the our guests dry. I definitely recommend this for small parties and as a family activity to change up the pace in this unique time. read more

We just took a Candere Cruise last night, and it was absolutely fantastic!! Captain Kurt is a fabulous host. We loved his tour, and all of the little Seattle factoids he told us. It was an awesome experience, and I highly recommend it to anyone! read more

Four of us had a great day on the water for our friend's bachelorette party. Captain Dylan and his first mate Emily were so friendly and informative on the entire cruise around the bay while still allowing us time to hang out and chat on our own. It was a beautiful day on the water and we were able to see the famous floating houses, bridges, and a view of Seattle you wouldn't get just walking around downtown. The first drink is free and drinks are available for purchase on board (cocktails, beer, wine) for a very reasonable price. Also, for anyone who is concerned about seasickness, this was such a smooth ride the entire time I almost forgot I was on a boat. I would highly recommend this trip to visitors and locals of Seattle alike. Thank you for the easy coordination and awesome day! read more

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What a beautiful day exploring lake union with friends! I booked this boat cruise as part of my best friend's bachelorette party. As the maid-of-honor, I was looking for a "drinking-friendly" day on the water and stumbled upon Candere Cruising after google-ing "Seattle Booze Cruise." Having lived in Seattle for my entire life, I knew finding a booze cruise similar to the ones they have in Mexico would be an impossible feat. However, Captain Dylan did not disappoint! The drinks were wonderful, the conversation was fun, and he did an excellent job of balancing being bartender, photographer, joke-teller, and chauffeur. On a cruise that might traditionally be more of a historical tour of the lake, Captain Dylan did an AMAZING job of adapting to our rowdy group and allowing us to enjoy our day together. The two-hour time slot was perfect! When we were curious about surrounding areas, he was able to answer our questions. When our glasses were nearing empty, Captain Dylan was at the ready. He combined all the best parts of allowing us to enjoy our girls' day, while still entertaining us with jokes, and fun facts. We were able to bring food and non-alcoholic drinks on board. Brining a tray of pre-made sandwiches and water bottles was perfect! Meeting up with Captain Dylan at the Marina was easy and smooth. And parking was a breeze because there was a paid lot right by the boat dock. He even called us about 30 minutes before our cruise to make sure we didn't have any questions about parking or directions. Overall, this was one of the most memorable excursions I have been to in Seattle, and the bride's favorite event of the day! We made a pact to go again next year. Thanks Captain Dylan; your boat and hospitality were awesome! read more

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Great little tour of the lake! Booked a 2 hour cruise in February with my father in law was visiting. Was cold and rainy out but the boat can be fully enclosed, sometimes hard to see out though from the rain drops and windows fogging up a bit. Captain Dylan was super knowledgeable and friendly, got a little history lesson in about the area and the lake! Would be a great cruise in nice weather read more

Candere Cruising - Dreary day but boat was fully enclosed - Boat Tours Near Me - Seattle, Washington

We all had a wonderful time on this cruise with Captain Dylan. We loved that is smaller and personal and Captain Dylan is wonderful. He has a lovely boat that he restored himself and I loved that we were cruising closer to the water, as opposed to when you go on the larger, crowded boats. He pointed out all of the sights to us and we lucked out on a beautiful sunny day. A stocked bar while cruising is a plus too. Highly recommend this when you visit Seattle. read more

Candere Cruising - Skyline View from Captain Dylan's boat - Boat Tours Near Me - Seattle, Washington

What a wonderful two hours on the Sound. Dillion and his cruiser boat did not disappoint our 4 person crew celebrating a birthday. Dillion was 'chill' and can really make a drink. I think he has had some bartender training. He was very knowledgeable about all things Seattle. We had a s super time and would strongly recommend the Candere' Cruisers to enjoy some time on the water. A very good value that we had no regrets about paying for. Go Dilion. read more

My daughter booked the one hour Lake Union sunset cruise for my birthday and I am so grateful :) There were four of us, and the Captain was both fun and professional. His knowledge of the area and stories made the excursion that much more enjoyable. I want to do this again and again! read more

My boyfriend took me on Candere for my birthday and it was one of my favorite gifts. It takes off right by Duke's in SLU and if you want to eat you're welcome to bring food onboard with you. The boat is awesome and really comfortable - Dylan has done all the work on it himself and hearing his story was a lot of fun. He did a great job at balancing talking about some scenic stuff and letting us have some personal time. The first round of drinks were on him and they're pretty cheap after that as well. Such a fun experience. read more

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