Essex River Cruises & Charters

Located 45 minutes north of Boston in Essex, MA. Enjoy a scenic

narrated cruise past estates, salt marsh farms and historic

shipyard sites. See lobstering, clamming, and fishing. Discover

islands, barrier beaches, sand dunes, winding rivers, and wildlife.

Charters for clambakes, company outings, weddings and celebrations
of all

occasions. Special cruises include brew tasting, fall...

Since 1992 Essex River Cruises and Charters has offered interesting, informative, narrated cruises, corporate outings, cruises for weddings and celebrations, clambakes and catering, and group and chartered cruises from May - October. Discover the beauty and heritage of Essex, Massachusetts and the Great Marsh, as we cruise the pristine sheltered waters of the Essex River.

Located 45 minutes north of Boston in Essex, MA. Enjoy a 1.5 hr narrated cruise past estates, salt marsh farms and historic shipyard sites. See lobstering, clamming, and fishing. Discover islands, barrier beaches, sand dunes, winding rivers, and wildlife. Charters for clambakes, company outings and celebrations of all occasions. Special cruises include wine tasting and river brunch.

Offering sightseeing cruises seven days a week May through October. Ask about our winetasting, brewtasting, fall foliage cruises and more! Enjoy a cruise before or after a meal at one of the many fine restaurants in Essex, or combine with a tour of one of our local museums or historic sites. Enjoy the art and antique stores, farm stands, and clam shacks.
Also offering tidal beach clambakes and...

"Enjoy a scenic river excursion that captures the essence of New England " -Boston Globe. 1 1/2 hour narrated cruises, 1 hour evening cocktail cruise, along the calm waters of the Essex River. Glide back in time, past islands, dunes & beaches formed by glaciers. See historic mansions, shipyards, saltmarsh farms, rare birds, wildlife, and stunning scenery. Charters &Clambakes. Restroom onboard,...