NEWPORT BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Three hours aboard Bonnie & Tide: a private Signature Cruise through Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay
Sea Newport’s Signature Cruise is a fully private, three-hour outing on the new flagship Bonnie & Tide—ideal for groups who want cruising, swimming, and local seafood.
Three hours aboard Bonnie & Tide: a private Signature Cruise through Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay.
Step aboard Sea Newport’s new flagship, Bonnie & Tide, for a three-hour Signature Cruise that threads Newport Harbor and the coastline of Narragansett Bay. The outing balances relaxed cruising with time to anchor in a quiet cove for a swim, complemented by curated menus, local beer, wine and signature cocktails—an experience built for families, celebrations, corporate outings and private groups.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Bonnie & Tide — Sea Newport’s new flagship
The cruise sails aboard Bonnie & Tide, Sea Newport’s new flagship, a private three-hour vessel experience designed to carry your group through Newport Harbor and the surrounding bay.
Local seafood and curated menus on board
Specialty curated menus showcase local favorites: raw bar offerings, lobster rolls and a selection of local beer, wine and signature cocktails—Sea Newport handles provisioning so guests can settle into the day.
Scenic harbor cruising and an optional swim
The three-hour route threads Newport Harbor and near-shore Narragansett Bay; when conditions allow the captain can anchor in a nearby cove to give guests the option to swim.
What the day feels like
How the Signature Cruise feels
Over three hours the cruise alternates open-water passages with slow, coastal motoring: moving through Newport Harbor, tracing the coastline of Narragansett Bay, and—if the captain deems it permissible—anchoring in a sheltered cove for a swim. Guests can relax on deck with drinks and curated local seafood while the crew manages provisioning and logistics, making the outing well suited to private celebrations and group gatherings.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this cruise suits—and who should take caution.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
If you plan to swim, bring a swimsuit and towel. The operator supplies curated menus, local beer, wine and signature cocktails so guests do not need to provision food or drinks themselves.
The Signature Cruise runs three hours and is offered as a fully private charter suitable for your group size—confirm guest count with the operator when booking.
Guests meet at The Lobster Bar for departure; note that reaching the dock may require walking and moving ramps.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Signature Cruise?
The cruise lasts three hours.
Where do we meet for departure?
Guests meet at The Lobster Bar for the cruise departure.
Can we swim during the cruise?
If the captain deems conditions permissible the vessel can anchor in a nearby cove to allow guests to swim.
Is the cruise private and how many guests can join?
The Signature Cruise is fully private and accommodates your group—confirm capacity and booking details with Sea Newport when reserving.
Are children allowed?
Children may join but must be supervised by an adult at all times; the crew are not to be used as babysitters.
Is the vessel ADA compliant?
No—the vessel is not ADA compliant; inform the operator before booking if anyone in your party has mobility issues.