DENTON BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Private Charter on the Upper Choptank: Two Hours Aboard the Ellen B
A 2-hour private charter for up to 16 guests on the Coast Guard–certified Ellen B, with optional catering, add-ons and wheelchair-accessible boarding with advance notice.
Private Charter on the Upper Choptank: Two Hours Aboard the Ellen B.
Escape onto the Upper Choptank River from Denton aboard the Ellen B for a two-hour private charter designed for groups of friends, family or colleagues. The vessel and crew deliver a relaxed, accessible setting on the water with bottled water provided and a suite of optional services — catering, a guided history tour, even extra cruise time — so your outing feels tailored and seamless.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Coast Guard–certified, wheelchair accessible with notice
The Ellen B is a Coast Guard–certified private charter boat staffed by an attentive crew; wheelchair/handicap-accessible boarding is available with prior notice and specific timing constraints to ensure safe embarkation.
Two relaxed hours on the Upper Choptank
The cruise is a two-hour private charter meant to keep your group together on the water, offering a shaded onboard space, bottled water for guests, and a friendly crew to handle the details so you can focus on the river and company.
Add-ons let you customize food, history and time
From locally sourced catering menus and a BYO option with setup, to a guided history tour and the ability to add an extra hour, the cruise offers modular add-ons that let you scale food, programming and duration to fit the occasion.
What the day feels like
What it feels like
You meet at the River Landing dock in Denton, board under the guidance of the crew, then settle into two hours of shaded cruising on the Upper Choptank. The pace is deliberately unhurried: the crew provides bottled water and handles setup while you socialize, take in the riverbank, and, if selected, enjoy catered refreshments or a local historian’s commentary.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this private charter suits — and who should plan around the limits.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Wear weather-appropriate clothing (temperatures feel about 10 degrees cooler on the water), bring a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, insect repellent at your discretion, and a personal water bottle if desired; bottled water is provided on board.
Do not arrive more than 15 minutes early; a crew member will meet you at the end of the dock to board. Use the portable restrooms near the parking lot before boarding to avoid missing cruise time.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Private Booking Choptank River Cruise?
The standard private charter is 2 hours long; you can add an additional hour for a flat $100 fee.
How many people can I bring and what does it cost?
Private charters accommodate up to 16 passengers. Base pricing starts at $280 and covers the first 10 people; additional guests are $28 per person (not including optional amenities).
Is the boat wheelchair accessible?
Yes—wheelchair/handicap-accessible boarding is available at the neighboring Yacht Club dock (10287 River Landing Rd) but only when the club is closed; this means accessibility is limited to weekdays before 5pm and weekends before 12pm, and you should notify the operator in advance.
Can I bring food or alcohol on board?
Outside food and beverages are not permitted unless you pay the Bring Your Own Food option ($50 flat rate) or the Bring Your Own Seafood option ($100 flat rate); a cash bar may be added for $25 to stock up to five beverages from the bar menu.
Is catering available?
Yes—catering menus from local restaurants are available at varying prices and include beverages such as sweet tea, unsweet tea, lemonade and limited sodas; individual meals generally must be selected in advance.
Where do I meet the crew and where should I park?
Meeting and parking are at 10282 River Landing Rd, Denton, MD 21629; one of the crew members will meet you at the end of the dock at boarding time. Do not park in the Caroline County Yacht Club parking lot.