HYANNIS SIGHTSEEING TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Across the Sound: A Full-Day Private Charter from Cape Cod to Nantucket
A private, full-day boat charter run by Down Cape Charters & Boat Rentals that deposits you in Nantucket for a day of cobblestone streets, seaside dining, and offshore wildlife viewing.
Across the Sound: A Full-Day Private Charter from Cape Cod to Nantucket.
This is a single-day, private-boat outing from Cape Cod to Nantucket Island: allow a captain to deliver you to the heart of the harbor, then spend the day wandering the island’s cobblestone streets, browsing shops and galleries, and eating at seaside restaurants while the shoreline—lighthouses, seals and the Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge—slides by on the crossing.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Seal haul-outs, lighthouses and Monomoy Refuge
Along the crossing you’ll pass seal colonies, coastal lighthouses and the Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge—scenery that unfolds from the deck en route to Nantucket.
Walkable Nantucket Harbor and cobblestone streets
The private charter drops you into Nantucket’s town center, where lanes of cobblestones, galleries, shops and seaside restaurants await for independent exploration or a rented bicycle.
Private boat service with options ashore
Your private boat and captain handle the crossing and drop-off; once ashore passengers can explore on their own, rent bikes or sign up for a guided tour to make the most of the day.
What the day feels like
How the day feels
It begins with boarding on Cape Cod and a quiet transit over coastal waters as lighthouses and seal haul-outs pass by; the captain deposits you in Nantucket’s harbor where a day of pedestrian-scale streets, galleries and seaside restaurants unfolds before a return later in the day.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits — and who should be cautious.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
This is a full-day charter; check the operator’s online calendar for exact departure times and live availability before booking.
Trips are highly weather dependent; plan for variable marine conditions and confirm plans on the day of travel to ensure passenger comfort.
Boarding originates on Cape Cod—see the operator’s calendar for the specific departure location and time.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the outing?
The trip is organized as an eight-hour full-day outing.
How long does the crossing take?
One-way travel takes approximately 1.5 hours.
Where do we meet the boat?
Boarding is from Cape Cod; check the operator’s online calendar for exact departure locations and times.
What will we see on the way to Nantucket?
Expect to encounter seals, lighthouses and the Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge along the route.
What can I do once we arrive on Nantucket?
Passengers can explore independently, rent bikes or sign up for a guided tour, and enjoy shops, galleries and seaside restaurants.
Are trips subject to cancellation?
Yes—these trips are highly weather dependent because of the distances involved and schedules may change for passenger comfort.