Bring Your Own Drinks: A Two-Hour Tiki Cruise from Seaside Heights

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Bring Your Own Drinks: A Two-Hour Tiki Cruise from Seaside Heights

A concise guide to Ohana Tiki Cruises’ two-hour BYO Happy Hour Cruise — what to expect, what to bring, and why captains and gratuity matter.

Bring Your Own Drinks: A Two-Hour Tiki Cruise from Seaside Heights.

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Location
Seaside Heights
Operator
Ohana Tiki Cruises
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Boat Tour
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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Set sail from Seaside Heights for a two-hour tiki cruise where you bring your own food and drinks and the captains handle the helm. The outing is built for small groups who want an easygoing, social time on the water with experienced crew focused on passenger safety and enjoyment.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE VIBE

BYO Tiki Social Hour

This is a bring-your-own-food-and-drinks cruise—an intentionally casual, social two-hour outing designed for friends to gather, relax, and make memories aboard a tiki-style boat.

THE CREW

Experienced Captains Focused on Safety

The captains are experienced and dedicated to your safety and enjoyment, providing a relaxed but professionally managed experience on the water.

THE FORMAT

A Compact, Two-Hour Escape

At two hours in length, the cruise is short enough for an evening happy hour yet long enough to unwind on the water with friends.

What the day feels like

What the Cruise Feels Like

The Happy Hour Cruise is an uncomplicated, social two-hour outing: board in Seaside Heights, settle into the tiki-boat atmosphere with your own provisions, and rely on an experienced captain to manage the vessel while the group enjoys the ride and each other’s company.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this cruise suits — and who should think twice.

1
Groups of FriendsIdeal for small groups looking for a social BYO experience on the water where the focus is gathering and relaxing together.
2
Celebration PartiesWell suited to casual celebrations—bring food, drinks, and a plan to socialize during the two-hour cruise.
3
Under-21 TravelersNot ideal for anyone who intends to consume alcohol: passengers must be 21 years old to consume alcohol aboard the cruise.
4
Those Avoiding AlcoholIf you prefer an alcohol-free environment, note that the cruise is BYO alcohol-friendly and is centered on on-board drinking as part of the social atmosphere.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Duration

The cruise lasts two hours—plan arrival and travel accordingly.

What to Bring

This is a bring-your-own-food-and-drinks cruise; pack any food, nonperishable snacks, and beverages you plan to consume aboard. If you plan to drink alcohol, you must be 21 years old to do so.

Gratuity & Service

Gratuity for the captain is greatly appreciated; the operator suggests a 20% gratuity for captains who work to ensure safety and an enjoyable tiki experience.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the Happy Hour Cruise?

The cruise is two hours in duration.

Can I bring my own food and drinks?

Yes. Cruises are bring-your-own-food-and-drinks events.

Am I allowed to drink alcohol on board?

Alcohol may be consumed aboard only by passengers who are at least 21 years old.

Is gratuity expected for the captain?

Gratuity is greatly appreciated; the operator suggests a 20% gratuity for the captains.

Who operates the Happy Hour Cruise?

The cruise is operated by Ohana Tiki Cruises in Seaside Heights.