We took the Harbor Cruise as part of our City Pass package, thinking it would be a good use of time…read moreand a fun way to see Seattle from a different perspective. We ended up really enjoying the tour and would highly recommend to visitors. This would especially be a great thing to add to your itinerary if you're only in the city for a short time, as you get to see a lot of landmarks in a short time. You also get to hear about the city's history and key industries. The ride overall is pretty smooth, and my husband, who gets motion sickness, was totally fine. The boat when docked can experience a little more motion, however, so your mileage may vary. We also found it easy to get seats with good views, and the guides were easy to hear anywhere on the boat. The crew were friendly and engaging, and Angelo and the other staff were very kind to us when my husband and I mentioned we were celebrating our anniversary.

We reserved our spots for 4pm via CityPass tickets. People started lining up 20-25 minutes prior to…read moregrab the seats at the top of the deck. The check-in and onboarding process was super easy. The ship promptly left dock at designated time. The top deck had open view. The second level had enclosed area with glass window views. Also both ends were open to guests as well. From start to end, the staff member did an amazing job of narrating many aspects of the views from the deck. A lot of it was about the downtown Seattle buildings, Space Needle, buildings and parks by the shore, the sea ports and many other cool facts along the way. I throughly enjoyed the hour long tour. The weather was also fantastic to take stunning pictures of the downtown, the mountains and the port. They also had a bar in second level where they served alcoholic and non alcoholic beverages, pop corn and some small snacks. Prices were decent for it being a tourist activity. We liked both popcorn and the strawberry lemonade.

We were in Seattle for a few days before an Alaskan cruise. We wanted a unique experience so when I…read morefound Enchantress Cruises, we were sold on the idea. Experience has taught me to be cautiously optimistic but Tim and Captain John delivered in a spectacular way. Great tour, incredible food and just a perfect way to spend an afternoon. if I could give more than five stars I would.

I cannot rave enough about how lovely our time with Enchantress Cruises was! I booked the dinner…read morecruise as a surprise for my husband's birthday. The experience was worth every penny and then some. The luxury, quality, and attention to detail is unmatched. Mark, the owner, was so attentive and a pleasure to work with. He took care of all the details and answered all my questions. The boat was beautiful and spacious for the two of us. We enjoyed the views and conversation with the crew immensely. My husband is a huge Sleepless in Seattle fan and the highlight of the evening was passing the floating house. The food was amazing. Everything was farm to fork fresh and prepared by a chef onboard. I highly recommend the crab cakes and homemade bourbon ice-cream. The pace of the evening was lovely, it didn't feel rushed or lagging. You could tell Mark worked hard to make sure that our experience from the moment we stepped aboard was seamless. He thought of everything, even providing a cozy blanket when the wind became a little chilly towards the end of the night. I cannot recommend Enchantress Cruises enough! Thank you for a lovely and memorable evening!

This is a great way to experience a Seattle sunset. My friends and I decided to do a sunset sail…read moreand was impressed with the overall experience. This sailing was 2 hours long and the stays within Elliott Bay. Sailing Seattle has a fleet of 3 yachts. We were on a their largest vessel, S/V Obsession. This ocean racing yacht was designed by Sparkman & Stephens and was built for training US America's Cup teams. This yacht can accommodate up to 48 passengers and has a total length of 70ft. We boarded from Pier 56 and settled in for the 2 hour narrated journey. Boarding was seamless. The yacht has some non-slip surfaces and grab handles to help with balance and traction. Seats are first come first serve. After a brief safety demonstration on life vests, we set off on our sunset sail. This experience was further enhanced by their BYOB rule. We were allowed to bring our own snacks, wine, and beer. Our sailing path weaved in and out of ferry lanes and we completed some sharp turns, really showcasing the agility of the yacht. We pulled in after sunset providing everyone a beautiful nighttime view of downtown Seattle and waterfront. Service was fantastic. The crew was friendly and efficient. My biggest recommendation when doing the sunset cruise is to layer up (sweater/jacket) or even bring a nice blanket.

Very friendly crew. Captain Phil willingly shared information about himself and the sailboat…read more We got to see a few dolphins along the way. My only regret was not taking drinks with us. I totally missed reading this when we booked this cruise.

When I remember magical holiday events, chartering the Discovery for the evening with old friends…read morewill clearly remain at the top. This exquisite wood yacht brought us all back to another era as we followed the Christmas ships on Lake Washington. Captain Ben Swanson was very accommodating and friendly to everyone, Chef Alisa created a beautiful and delicious feast for us, and everyone had a wonderful evening. I would highly recommend chartering this yacht for any special event. I will definitely do this again.

We arranged for a late afternoon/early evening lake cruise for our company holiday party. The boat…read moreis beautiful, very comfortable and surprisingly quiet for such a vintage boat. It was decorated nicely for Christmas and made such an awesome venue for a holiday party. John was super helpful booking and very accommodating for our party. He put us in touch with an excellent caterer and everyone had a great time. The weather on this day was wet and windy, but the boat was warm and cozy and there is more than enough space for everyone to spread out and socialize indoors. Couldn't have asked for a better outcome!

It was a lovely experience, loved the atmosphere and the mood and the food was amazing. The views…read morewere nice and it was a nice, relaxing time together with my husband. Only thing was it was hard to understand what they said over their PA system the few times they said something.

What an amazing experience it was with Waterways Cruises! My wife and I celebrated our 5 year…read morewedding anniversary on their happy hour cruise, we were both blown away! The whole crew on board was very attentive and friendly, they also had a decent selection for drinks and food. I would say it was a group of about 10-15 passengers and everyone seemed to be enjoying themselves, there were a few board games to choose from and great views from both the lower inside viewing area and the upper outside deck. The captain Jeff was a really great host and I could tell he genuinely loves doing these cruises, he enthusiastically showed us the inside of the cockpit after we told him it was our first time on a boat!

Had the best time celebrating a birthday in Seattle! Scott and Tracy were incredible hosts; from…read moreour welcome bubbles and charcuterie board, to learning about the history of homes on the water, our trip made us feel like QUEENS. I would absolutely return and celebrate every milestone event with Scott and Tracy on the yacht!

Had an absolutely amazing time on the Private Reserve! What an elite experience, the boat was…read morebeautiful with every detail finely curated. You absolutely feel like a bougie rich woman on your high class yacht for the day! Everything was top notch from the food, to the service, to the crew. Scott and Tracy made the whole process so easy, they made great recommendations and gave clear instructions on how to meet them. Getting on and off the boat was a breeze. Definitely felt like they catered to my every need. Can't wait to go out again and feel like I'm living my below deck dreams!

Great day aboard the Mitlite! Capt Dorin was a terrific captain, very knowledgeable about the area…read moreand a great host! We had a amazing time! Thank you.

Dorin is great fun and very knowledgeable about the area. The Mitlite is a gorgeous classic yacht…read morewith a cool history and provides great views inside and out. Fun outing for a family or group of friends as there are many different sections to hang out and get different awesome views.

WHAT AN EXPERIENCE !!! Brad and Allen were both welcoming and sweet!!!…read more The view of Seattle is IMMACULATE!!! Just moved to Seattle and I would recommend 10/10!

WOW. The whole experience was life changing let's just say. The guys who run the boat Alan and Brad…read moreare so kind and fun. Good music, best view of the city, and made us feel super taken care of. They offered a GoPro to record the experience up in the air too!! If you're wanting to get the most of your Seattle experience you MUST do this.

Be aware and avoid this charter service. They are not honest and their service quality and attitude…read moreis really bad. We booked five hour service weeks in advance to cruise Lake Union, Lake Washington and also see Ballard Locks. When we arrived, the captain said he would not go to Lake Union, though it's clearly listed on the service invoice and we already paid! Then he said he wouldn't take us to Ballard Locks. When asked why the change from what's agreed on and listed on invoice, he said you are not allowed to ask me why. Surprised we asked again, then he yelled in public saying he would throw our stuff off the boat in two minutes! So it's either we give up all the route listed in invoice and he dictates where to go, or he just doesn't start. After an hour was wasted, he started the boat just following the route and places he wanted to go, that no one of us was interested in. Then he cut the time short and got back in less than four hours, even if we paid for five hours. If any customer had any different opinion, he would threw tantrum and behave like a toddler. Epic act! If you don't want to deal with such deceiving service, then by all means avoid it.

From the owner: In addition to providing the most luxurious yachts in the Seattle and Pacific Northwest areas, we…read moremake serving the needs of our clients, customers and friends our number one priority whatever the service, event and or occasion might be; Corporate Events, Weddings, Bachelor / Bachelorette Party, Proposal, Birthday, Anniversary, Retirement, New Years Eve, 4th of July and or just to have some plain fun, we do it all and we love what we do!

Great family and dog-friendly boat tour of Lake Union, working waterfront of Ballard, and U of…read moreWashington shoreline! We saw the array of cool houseboats, rowing shells, kayaks, etc as we passed Gasworks park- a wonderful experience to share with locals as well as visitors (including from Australia!) from out of the area!

Seattle Charters took our group of 9 out last night and we had a great time! Trevor and Karisa are…read moregreat hosts and know a lot about the area. We toured Lake Union and when we asked to see the U.W. Stadium from the water they happily took us there. This was easy to book and they let us bring food and bevi's. Trevor had a great music selection as well, but offered us to connect. Loved it. If you're visiting this is a way to see some sights without the hassle. They're directions are clear and parking was easy and free. A big bonus.