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Take a Full Day Cruise to Bear Mountain!

Step aboard the teak decks of the Yacht Manhattan for a full day, round-trip cruise up the Hudson River to Bear Mountain!  On this 9 hour event, enjoy a 3 hour cruise and open breakfast buffet on your way north through the Palisades and the lower Hudson River Valley.
 
Upon docking at Bear Mountain, guests are free to enjoy 3 hours of time exploring, hiking, or just relaxing in this fantastic New York State Park.  Take some time checking out the Trailside Museums, the Zoo or take a stroll or row a boat around Hessian Lake and breathe in the fresh air!  Ambitious hikers may make take to the steep trails of Bear Mountain  - excellent views of the Hudson River Valley appear just half way up! 

The Manhattan departs at 3:00pm sharp for a 3 hour leisurely afternoon cruise back to New York City.   Guests are treated to a complimentary beverage from the bar and barbecue picnic buffet!

Along the way, take in picturesque views from our glassed-in observatory. Highlights include:

  • The Palisades Park land, one of New York's most dramatic geological features
  • The majestic George Washington Bridge, and Tappan Zee Bridge
  • Quaint riverside towns and changing landscapes
  • The Hudson River Valley and Haverstraw Bay

 

Our classic open breakfast buffet includes fresh local bagels and pastries, seasonal fruit, waffle station, fresh quiche & sausage, coffee, juice & tea. The barbecue picnic includes hamburgers and hot dogs off the grill and traditional picnic sides.

 

 

 

 

 

Full Day Cruise to Bear Mountain and Back! 

This 9 hour full day event starts with a 3 hour north bound leg from Chelsea Piers to Bear Mountain State Park.  Once there, guests have 3 hours to themselves to explore the park: visit the Trailside Zoo, take a stroll or a row around Lake Hessian, or hike up Bear Mountain for breath-taking views of the Hudson River valley!

The three hour journey back to NYC delights our guests with a bountiful barbecue picnic buffet with the best burgers and hot dogs right off the grill, classic side dishes and desserts prepared by our on board chef. This event is usually scheduled on holiday weekends.

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