FIRE ISLAND BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Cherry Grove Tubing: A High‑Spirited Hour on the Great South Bay
A close-to-shore tubing outing on Fire Island that runs one or two hours and accommodates up to 10 guests—useful for planning group water time with a big shared tube.
Cherry Grove Tubing: A High‑Spirited Hour on the Great South Bay.
Cherry Grove Tubing drops you into the shallow sweep of the Great South Bay, where a roomy multi-rider tube and a compact boat keep the action close to shore. The operator runs short, intense outings designed for groups—an hour or two on the water—so you spend more time laughing and less time transiting.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Tubing in the Great South Bay
Rides take place in the Great South Bay, with tubing kept close to shore to maximize comfortable, accessible water time for groups.
A large tube built for shared fun
The operator uses a big tube that accommodates up to four riders at once—designed for tandem thrills and plenty of laughter on each pass.
Bring up to 10 friends
The boat can carry as many as ten guests, making this a concise, social water outing suitable for small parties wanting an abbreviated but energetic experience.
What the day feels like
What the outing feels like
Expect short, concentrated bursts of adrenaline—the tube straps in up to four people for each run while the boat accommodates a total party of ten—then loops back for another pass. Trips run one or two hours, giving you either a single-chunk adventure or an extended rotation of rides and breaks.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this outing suits—and who should rethink it.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Trips are available as one-hour or two-hour outings.
Pricing is quoted per hour for up to 10 guests; the operator’s rate is $349 per hour and the tube holds up to four riders at once.
Bring sunscreen, a bathing suit, towel, and water or your preferred beverage; lifejackets are available but you may bring your own if you prefer.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long are the tubing trips?
Trips are offered in one-hour or two-hour durations.
How many people can join a trip?
The boat can take up to 10 guests; the tube itself holds up to four people at a time.
What is the cost?
The rate is $349 per hour for up to 10 guests.
Where does tubing take place?
Tubing takes place in the Great South Bay, close to shore around Fire Island/Cherry Grove.
Are life jackets provided?
Yes—life jackets are available, though you may bring your own if you prefer.
What should I bring on the trip?
Bring sunscreen, a bathing suit, a towel, and water or your preferred beverage.