Our group of seven had a wonderful float today aboard Will and Will2's handcrafted batteau! The men…read moredid an incredible job of showing us a beautiful and unspoiled stretch of the James River; they educated us on the history, the boats, and the commerce of those early days of our nation's founding, and as if that were not enough, treated us to a five-star luncheon and music. John B. Richmond, VA

We loved our dinner cruise on the Batteau. Will and Will were excellent hosts. We met them at a…read morelocal park and then followed them down to the river where we boarded the batteau. There were two batteaus tied together with six guests in each boat with Will and Will and the chef. It was a beautiful evening with a perfect temperature. We really enjoyed the stories told along our route. During the delicious dinner we enjoyed Will playing guitar and singing. It was a fun, unique and memorable experience that our group of six really enjoyed.

I went on this paddle boat outing for a friend's 40th birthday. I did not know this was a paddle…read moreboat until arrival and was so excited. I was even more excited that we did not have to actually paddle the boat as the captain was able to maneuver without our help. It was very hot that day and I did not want to mess up my outfit. Two of the best perks were 1) being allowed to bring food and drinks due to them having built in coolers in the table area. There were also extra cooler bags brought by the hostess. 2) having a bathroom on board made for an even more comfortable experience. The staff assisted with taking pictures, making sure there was a speaker for music, and simply answering any questions we might have had while aboard. There is an option to give tips and I highly recommend having cash or venmo/cashapp options as it was worth every penny to tip them. The experience was leisurely and the owner and staff set tha environment. Definitely a must try.

Sending a personal thank you to your business and your team. Yesterday was a blast! Thornton and…read moreNick were amazing hosts! They went above and beyond with making sure we had a great time! super helpful and thoughtful! we were large group of demanding women and they handled the crowd marvelously!!! We really enjoyed ourselves! Thank you!!!!

I'm fairly new to the area, and I am so glad that we found this diamond in the rough…read more We visited Colonial Beach (technically estuary, I think) during a weekday near the end of June, and it was exactly what we were looking for. During our four hours at the beach, I think we saw only 10-13 people in our area. This was absolutely perfect for me because I was looking for a quiet, chill beach experience. Since we visited during the week, parking was not a hassle. The walk from our parking spot to the beach was less than 5 minutes on foot. Also, parking was about $2 an hour, which is not bad because some places charge $5+ per hour. I would image that parking probably is a nightmare during the weekends. From other reviews, I guess we lucked out because we did not have any interaction with jellyfish. Although I saw information about shops and business along the boardwalk, we did not visit any local businesses during our trip. *Hopefully, we'll have a chance to check out some shops during our next visit.* However, I think a lot of places were closed anyway because we did not see many people on the boardwalk in general. If you are used to (or looking for) crystal blue water and fine sand on a beach, this beach might not before you. The water is dark (you're technically in the Potomac River) and the beach itself is quite rocky. I think if you visit without high expectations of experiencing a beach off of the Amalfi Coast or somewhere in the Caribbean, I think you will be fine with a very low-key beach/estuary/river adventure at CBVA.

It was quiet. It wasn't crowded. It was peaceful... BUT... it's so many rocks and bugs in the…read moresand... like millions of these sand flea black crab looking things... it was a very uncomfortable situation. So glad we had chairs because sitting on that beach blanket was awful. Probably won't be back... but it is okay

This was our first time fishing and I have to say we were really impressed with our experience,…read moreCapt Mark made this experience unique, likeable and looking forward to do it again, I absolutely recommend it!

From the owner: As the only charter boat in Prince William and lower Fairfax counties, we offer tour rides and…read morecharters of all kinds. Birthdays, weddings, swim parties, DJ parties, corporate team building events, anything you can think of for groups of up to 42 people.

Perfect weather! An amazing time had by all. Pro tip request Kurt he's super friendly,…read moreknowledgeable, and a real cutie.

While visiting friends in Norfolk for my birthday, we took a boat ride with Electrified Marina. We…read morewent out for happy hour and watched the sunset. We brought our own wine and cheese tray, were able to relax, visit and enjoy the evening. The best part was the fact that since the boat is electric we didn't have to yell over a loud motor. A perfect way to end the day. Thank you!! Geri Thomas San Diego, CA

We had a great time on the three hour boat ride through Aquia Creek into the Potomac River. The…read moreCaptain was pleasant and engaging and the ride was smooth and peaceful. We brought some wine and snacks and had a great time seeing the birds and river. All of the boat is covered with an inside and outside portion along with a bathroom if needed. The Captain is experienced and a very safe operator and it is launched from the Aquia Marina. We will be back again to enjoy this great attraction and are going to get some gift certificates to send out as gifts to others!! You will love it.

This is a review for Captain Mike's private eagle tour…read more My fiancee's family and I booked a 2 hour private eagle tour this recent week and it was one of the most fantastic experiences I've had in Richmond! Our tour started bright and early at 7:30 AM out of a private yacht club dock on Captain Mike's pontoon boat. He provides everything you'll need for the trip from water for hydration, binoculars for avian viewing, and blankets if you decide to not dress warm enough. There is easily seating for at least 6 on the boat itself. There are restrooms right by the dock as well. Mike as a tour guide was fantastic. There's a difference between simply knowing what you're talking about versus being truly passionate about it, and Mike is absolutely the latter. Our tour brought us through 5 resident eagle territories (eagle pairs are extremely territorial and rarely cross boundaries), and Mike knew the names, history, boundaries, and interesting quirks about each pair. We saw at least one eagle from all of the pairs, and half of the time both the male and the female. He is also very knowledgeable about many of the other birds on the river like osprey, herons, cormorants, and kingfishers. Mike also keeps a stash of fish on the boat to feed the eagles and bring them in close. I knew we would see eagles on the tour, but I no idea that we'd be maybe 20 feet from them. There's a big difference between seeing one in a tree or a zoo versus seeing one swooping down in front you scooping up a fish to bring back to a tree or their nearby nest. It's really quite a breathtaking experience. The stretch of river itself is nice in its own right as well. If for some weird (and wrong) reason that you're not interested in learning about the majestic birds of the river, you could just sit back and enjoy a nice boat ride down the James. The site lists the details and cost of the tour if you wanted to read more about it. The private tour is about $300 for two hours for up to a group of six people. In my opinion it is absolutely worth it. There's a wealth of knowledge to learn about from Captain Mike, and everything was just a great experience. Absolutely recommend.

Captain Mike was great! Knew all of the bald eagles and their friends. Fun 2 hours! Highly…read morerecommend

Whenever we travel near water, we take a boat tour if possible. The Cape Charles Boat Tour…read moreCompany's Day on the Bay Tour was the best boat tour we've experienced yet! My husband and I were very excited to see the concrete ships at Kiptopeke, and Captain Dave made sure we got a great view! He is incredibly knowledgable about the area sites and local waters, providing an excellent guided tour. Given Captain Dave's extensive boat handling experience and service with the U.S. Coast Guard, I felt very safe and comfortable on the water. We also appreciated the friendly service and complimentary beverages. This tour was definitely the highlight of our trip to the Eastern Shore. We are eager to return to Cape Charles just to take Cape Charles Boat Tour Company's Barrier Islands Tour next!

When you go to Cape Charles Virginia going on a boat tour with this company is a must. David and…read moreAnna are wonderful. Great fun, great information of the town along with giving you places on where to eat and see!!

We got a tour hoping to beat a rainstorm that was coming in. Unfortunately, we didn't. The captain…read moredid a great job in steering us back to the marina and shared great information while we waited for the storm to pass. It didn't but they got us safely back to the launch. Crew was informative and customer focused. Hope to see the whole tour sometime.

Finally got to experience the Riverfront Canal Cruise for the first time for my birthday! It was a…read morereally fun time and I found the seats to be surprisingly comfy. Our cruise was quite full, so I would recommend getting their around 20 minutes early if you have a preference of where you sit. The ticket prices felt very fair as they were about $15 each for a 45 minute ride. It is in the heart of downtown so its mainly street parking, there is a paid lot slightly further down that is 12 dollars for the day. The cruise itself is fun as you float down the canal and learn more about the history in the area. We went around 3pm which was the perfect time as it wasn't too hot but still sunny enough to enjoy. While I had a great time, I think it was more so a novel experience. The ride felt a bit short with the sights remaining quite consistent since the canal is small/short. I don't think I would do it again as it would feel repetitive, but for the first time canal cruiser I think they would have a great time!

great lake for paddling or fishing…read more lots of smaller largemouth bass, but a developing population of larger ones. no gas motors are allowed. concrete boat ramp with a small floating dock and attached canoe/kayak launch. even when the parking area is crowded, I've never seen it full. & the lake looks empty even when the parking is full. limited shore fishing. some picnic tables & such. there are restrooms on the hill above the boat ramp. only flaws are a population of wasps at the dock that repeated complaints to the County have not resolved, and a tendency for all-about-me folks to park along the ramp (which is NOT a parking area, except for the small handicap area) or leave their vehicles there for extended periods.

Lake Mooney is technically a reservoir but it definitely has that lake feel and is perfect for…read morefishing or kayaking. Gas motor boats are not allowed; only electric motors are permitted on the lake. There's a boat ramp that is easy to get to. A few benches also line the shore. This is a great place for a picnic. I personally enjoy visiting late in the afternoon, as you can watch the sun set.