HAVRE DE GRACE BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Sunset on the Chesapeake: An Evening Aboard a Bluewater Yacht out of Havre de Grace
A three-hour sunset charter from historic Havre de Grace aboard Sailing Sur le Vent that lets you relax or learn to sail; this guide explains what to expect and who it fits.
Sunset on the Chesapeake: An Evening Aboard a Bluewater Yacht out of Havre de Grace.
Sailing Sur le Vent runs day and sunset charters from historic Havre de Grace, Maryland, putting the short cruise squarely onto the wide water of the Chesapeake Bay. On a three-hour outing you can simply sit back and watch the light change over the estuary or ask the captain to show you the finer points of handling a true bluewater yacht.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Chesapeake Bay at Golden Hour
Sunset charters deliver an intimate vantage on the bay’s wide horizon and shifting light—three hours that center on being out on the water from Havre de Grace.
A Bluewater Yacht You Can Learn On
The charters run aboard a bluewater yacht; guests may relax while the crew sails or, if they prefer, receive hands‑on instruction from the captain in basic helm and sail handling.
Local Charters from Havre de Grace
The outings are offered under the Sailing Sur le Vent name out of historic Havre de Grace; the listed operator is Azure Marine. Trips are available as both day and sunset charters.
What the day feels like
What the Cruise Feels Like
Boarding in Havre de Grace, the rhythm of the run is brief and deliberate: a short departure, time spent sailing the Chesapeake’s open water as the sun declines, and a return to harbor. Over the roughly three-hour outing you can choose to be a passive passenger or trade places at the wheel while the captain coaches you through real sailing tasks.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this cruise suits—and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Offered as day and sunset charters out of Havre de Grace; the outing is approximately three hours long.
No specific gear list is provided in the trip details; passengers can expect the option to relax or to participate in sailing instruction if desired.
Charters depart from Havre de Grace; per the listing, the price includes up to four people—confirm operator details and final boarding location when booking.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Sunset Cruise?
The charter is approximately three hours long.
Where do the charters depart from?
Charters depart from historic Havre de Grace, Maryland.
Can I learn to sail on this cruise?
Yes—the captain will be happy to teach passengers the finer points of sailing the bluewater yacht if you wish to try.
What is the minimum age to participate?
Participants must be at least 16 years old.
How many people are covered by the listed price?
The listed price includes up to four people.
Are both day and sunset options available?
Yes—Sailing Sur le Vent offers both day and sunset charters out of Havre de Grace.