Shared 3 Hour Sunset Cruise from Gig Harbor on Puget Sound
Description
This cruise takes you through the heart of Puget Sound. It is the only public sunset cruise on Puget Sound with this extended duration and distance traveled, nearly 30 miles, round trip. Our cruise is available to individual travelers rather than groups only. Our vessel, "RIVIERA" is a restored, USCG certified, classic Northwest built charter boat. She and her captain and crew are steeped in Puget Sound legacy and experience. This is a smooth-water cruise. Wildlife ranges from seagulls to Bald Eagles, seals and sea lions. Can't miss Mt. Rainier for hours and the Olympic Mountain range unimpeded except for some clouds. You can bring-your-own snacks and drinks, no alcohol please. This is an interactive trip where we candidly and casually interpret our surroundings. There is plenty of time on this cruise where you are left to enjoy the cruise without interruption. We will talk with you and answer your questions along the way. (Senior Age is 62. Tour is recommended for ages 10 and above.)
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Itinerary
We cruise through quaint Gig Harbor at the beginning of our tour. This is where we begin and end our tour so you can come to town early or stay later or overnight to enjoy our beautiful and famous community.
Famous, storied twin bridges where the first bridge opened and fell down in the same year, 1940!
Exclusive, residential island with rich history in native and pioneer times. We will cruise under the Fox Island Bridge twice with and against the surging currents of Hale's Passage. We continue into Carr Inlet and cruise the shores with expensive homes on intimate bays before turning for the return trip to Gig Harbor.
We cruise the West end of the storied pioneer City of Tacoma, where British and American explorers first met Native Americans of the Salish Sea tribes. Tacoma, WA site of the Tacoma Narrows Bridge was originally established with a mill in 1850, became a lumber boom town by the turn of the century 1900. The earliest non-native explorers were George Vancouver and Peter Puget on the same ship the "DISCOVERY" in 1792!
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(151)
Captain Tom and Kevin, very professional, polite and friendly crew. They were able to tailor the cruise towaard our interests and ensure we were well taken care of! Captain Tom knew extensive history in the area and Kevin helped keep the ship running smoothly. We got to sea harbor seals, a dolphin, bald eagles! Bathroom on the boat was also very nice:)
Thank you for coming and thank you for your review!! It was a beautiful, relaxing NW evening. You guys were fun!
Our Sunset cruise was a perfect evening out on the water. The captain was informative and shared information/stories of the area. The pace was perfect for a relaxing, sightseeing trip. The boat was comfortable and the length of time was perfect. We had perfect weather and got some great pictures of the area and awesome sunset photos. It was a wonderful way to wrap up our anniversary day. Well worth the money and would do it again!
Awesome! Thank you for your review! Congratulations! Happy anniversary!
This cruise was great! If a laid back experience is what you’re looking for, this is it. My parents visited from out of town and they enjoy being on the water. I took a chance on this experience and I’m so glad I did. We learned a lot about the area and it was just a fun time seeing the South Sound from the water. Highly recommended!
Jason, Thank you for your personal review.
We had a wonderful time on the boat cruise! Captain Tom was a great host and made the trip very engaging. He shared interesting and fun information all through the trip and took us on a comprehensive trip around the area. It was so beautiful and the views from the water were amazing! We plan to do this again with friends and family when they come to visit us next summer.
Sara, Thank you for you review and endorsement! See you again next Summer!
Loved it. The captain is very knowledgeable and warm. Such a wonderful experience for solo travelers.
Thank you for joining our tour Beatrice. I'm glad yo had a good time. Thank you for your review.
Information well paced with a very scenic view. The Harbor seals were a bonus!!! The crew and passengers were friendly which made the cruise seem like family. I will definitely recommend to anyone far or near. There’s someone for everyone!!
Thank you for your thoughtful review.
The scenic cruise was excellent. The guide is native to the area and his love of the area is apparent. Many interesting facts are shared about the history of the sound, the animals encountered and the best photo opportunities.
We are glad that you chose our 3 Hour, Riviera Sunset Cruise. Thank you for your kind review!
Easy to book, easy to find. Captain Tom did a wonderful job giving us lots of information about the area. We had the most amazing weather!! Would def recommend!
Dana, Thank you for your recommendation!
Enjoyed the top deck for sure, so much knowledge about the history of surrounding area & Narrows bridge. Learned so much. Perfect tour for sure & very reasonable! Suggest you bring water & take a blanket as you return from under narrows Bridge Into Gig Harbor. Friendly staff. Would do again in a heart beat.
Joan, Thank you for your detailed review and photos! We are glad you recommend our Riviera Cruises Sunset Tour!
Bring a light jacket or coat for the evening tour. Sunglasses are needed sometimes and binoculars would be a bonus.
Thank you for the tips and reminders David!
