A Once-in-a-Lifetime Chance to See the Tall Ships from the Water
The tall ships are coming to New York Harbor for America’s 250th celebration — and Monty’s Ark Adventures is adding special private charter tours so you can experience these majestic vessels the way they were meant to be seen: from the water.
This is not just another sightseeing opportunity. This is a rare, historic, once-in-a-lifetime maritime celebration featuring some of the world’s most impressive tall ships, towering masts, classic rigging, international crews, and unforgettable New York Harbor scenery.
If you have ever wanted to see the great tall ships up close from a private boat, this is the moment to book.
Availability is extremely limited.
July 5, 6 & 7: Tall Ships 250th Celebration Viewing Tours
Monty’s Ark Adventures will offer special 6-hour private Tall Ships 250th Celebration viewing tours on July 5, July 6, and July 7, 2026.
Each day will feature two private tour opportunities: a morning tour departing at 6:00 AM and an afternoon tour departing at 1:00 PM.
Guests may depart from New Rochelle or Port Washington, then cruise down the East River and into the New York Harbor area to view the visiting tall ships by water.
These tours are designed for guests who want more than a crowded waterfront view. Aboard Monty’s Ark Adventures, your private group can enjoy the excitement of the Tall Ships 250th Celebration from a personal, comfortable, and unforgettable vantage point.
Each private tour is $800 and accommodates up to 6 passengers.
With only a limited number of tour slots available, these charters are expected to book quickly.
July 8: Five Sisters Cup Tall Ship Race Viewing Tour
The excitement continues on July 8, 2026, with a special Five Sisters Cup Tall Ship Race Viewing Tour.
This private charter departs at 6:00 AM from New Rochelle or Port Washington to position guests for the scheduled 9:00 AM race start.
The Five Sisters Cup is one of the signature maritime events of the celebration, featuring legendary sister ships such as USCGC Eagle, Sagres, Mircea, and Gorch Fock as they prepare to race from New York toward Boston.
This is the kind of event maritime enthusiasts dream about: historic tall ships, international tradition, race-day energy, and New York Harbor as the backdrop.
There is only one Five Sisters Cup race day. Do not wait.
Why Book a Private Tall Ships Charter?
Seeing the tall ships from land will be exciting. Seeing them from the water will be unforgettable.
A private Monty’s Ark Adventures charter gives your group a more personal viewing experience away from crowded shoreline areas, a front-row perspective on the visiting tall ships and harbor activity, beautiful views of the East River, New York Harbor, and the Manhattan skyline, and a rare opportunity to be part of America’s 250th celebration from the water.
Whether you are planning a family outing, a special celebration, a unique client experience, a photography trip, or an unforgettable day with friends, these tours offer a remarkable way to experience history as it happens.
This Is the Year to Book Early
America’s 250th celebration will bring major attention to New York Harbor. Tall ships, special events, race activity, and waterfront celebrations are expected to draw enormous interest.
Monty’s Ark Adventures has only a limited number of special-event charters available for these dates.
Once these tours are booked, they are gone.
Reserve Your Tall Ships Experience Now
Do not miss your chance to see these majestic tall ships from the water during one of the most important maritime celebrations in New York history.
Book your private Tall Ships 250th Celebration Tour for July 5, 6, or 7.
Book your Five Sisters Cup Tall Ship Race Viewing Tour for July 8.
This is a once-in-a-lifetime event. This is your chance to be there.