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A Narrated Hour‑and‑Fifteen Along the Connecticut River — From Brunelle’s Marina to Northampton
A 1 hour 15-minute narrated public cruise on the Connecticut River offering daytime and sunset runs, onboard amenities, and private‑party options.
A Narrated Hour‑and‑Fifteen Along the Connecticut River — From Brunelle’s Marina to Northampton.
The Lady Bea’s public narrated cruises meander up the Connecticut River from Brunelle’s Marina to Northampton, running as a 1 hour 15-minute outing that pairs unspoiled river views, sandy beaches and local history with comfortable onboard amenities.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A gentle sweep along the Connecticut River
The cruise follows the Connecticut River between Brunelle’s Marina and Northampton, passing sandy beaches and stretches of unspoiled shoreline while a guide narrates local history.
Comfort and convenience aboard The Lady Bea
The vessel offers indoor seating and a sun deck, a full bar, air conditioning and heating, and an onboard restroom to keep the cruise comfortable in a range of conditions.
Daytime and sunset departures
Public narrated runs operate as daytime excursions or sunset cruises; note that 7pm sunset sailings may not be narrated and regular runs are scheduled from late May until Columbus Day.
What the day feels like
What the cruise feels like
The Lady Bea glides upriver on a 1 hour 15-minute loop between Brunelle’s Marina and Northampton, with narration that places the shoreline, beaches and historical points in context while passengers relax on indoor or sun‑deck seating; the boat is equipped for comfort year‑round with heating and air conditioning.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this cruise suits — and when to choose a different option.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Regular public runs operate from late May until Columbus Day; there are daytime and sunset sailings.
Dress for the weather on deck (sun protection for the sun deck; a light layer for breezy conditions). The boat has heating and air conditioning.
The Lady Bea has indoor and sun deck seating, a full bar, an onboard restroom, and equipment for private parties including satellite stereo, a PA system, and video monitors.
In addition to public narrated cruises, the vessel can be booked for private parties; check operator details for private‑party amenities and scheduling.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the cruise?
The narrated public cruise runs 1 hour 15 minutes.
Where does the cruise depart from and go to?
Public narrated cruises meander up the Connecticut River from Brunelle’s Marina to Northampton.
When do public cruises run?
Regular runs occur from late May until Columbus Day with daytime and sunset options.
Are all departures narrated?
Most public runs are narrated, but 7pm sunset cruises may not be narrated.
Is there a minimum number of passengers required?
Yes — this cruise cannot sail unless there are 20 people.
What facilities are available onboard?
The Lady Bea is equipped with indoor and sun deck seating, a full bar, air conditioning and heating, and an onboard restroom; private-party productions can use the stereo, PA system and video monitors.