WARWICK SAILING FIELD GUIDE
Soli Deo Gloria: A Private Sunset Sail Across Narragansett Bay
A two-hour, private sunset cruise aboard a 42-foot Bavaria in Narragansett Bay—this guide explains what to expect and how to plan the intimate experience.
Soli Deo Gloria: A Private Sunset Sail Across Narragansett Bay.
Embark on a memorable two-hour sail on Narragansett Bay aboard the 42-foot Bavaria, Soli Deo Gloria. The outing is a private experience for small groups—perfect for watching a spectacular sunset while relaxing, sipping a drink, and optionally engaging with an experienced captain as the boat slips through the bay.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Golden-hour on Narragansett Bay
Light summer winds make for easy, pleasant sailing as the boat positions for spectacular sunsets across the bay—an evening defined by changing light and open water.
A 42-foot Bavaria with room to move
The 42-foot Bavaria is stable and comfortable, offering enough space to sit back and relax or to move forward for a bit more privacy while you take photographs or chat.
Private, romantic, and proposal-ready
This is a private sail for up to four guests (and easily privatized for two), and the captain can provide a discreet, supportive presence to help stage a proposal or simply keep the evening intimate.
What the day feels like
Two hours of tide, wind, and sunset
The experience is a relaxed, two-hour outing: board, slip through the bay on gentle summer breezes, pass local landmarks under the captain’s guidance, and settle into the steady tempo of the sail as the sky deepens toward sunset. Guests may sip wine or beer, help raise the sails or take the helm if they choose, or simply watch the light change from the cockpit.
THE BAY
Golden-hour on Narragansett Bay
Light summer winds make for easy, pleasant sailing as the boat positions for spectacular sunsets across the bay—an evening defined by changing light and open water.
THE BOAT
A 42-foot Bavaria with room to move
The 42-foot Bavaria is stable and comfortable, offering enough space to sit back and relax or to move forward for a bit more privacy while you take photographs or chat.
THE MOMENT
Private, romantic, and proposal-ready
This is a private sail for up to four guests (and easily privatized for two), and the captain can provide a discreet, supportive presence to help stage a proposal or simply keep the evening intimate.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this sail suits—and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Guests commonly enjoy a glass of wine or beer aboard; feel free to bring beverages you plan to sip during the two-hour sail.
You may help raise the sails or take the helm if you wish, or simply relax while the captain handles navigation and safety.
The 42-foot Bavaria provides room to move around, chat, take photos, or find a quieter spot forward for more privacy.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the sunset cruise?
The cruise lasts two hours.
Where do we meet for the sail?
Meeting point is Greenwich Bay Marina, 125 Wharf Rd., Warwick, RI.
How many people can join?
The sail is private for up to four guests and can be privatized for a couple.
Can we have drinks aboard?
Yes—guests commonly sip wine or beer while relaxing on the sail.
Is the trip suitable for a marriage proposal?
Yes—the captain can provide a discreet, supportive presence to help choose the right moment for a proposal at sunset.
What boat will we be on?
The sail is aboard a 42-foot Bavaria named Soli Deo Gloria.