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What better way to view the incredible lights and experience everything Newport Beach Boat Parade has to offer than by being onboard a ship fully decorated and in the actual boat parade?!

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Along with holiday party and private rental information during the Newport Beach Boat Parade, our boat parade website also has information about public cruises both during the Newport Beach Boat Parade and throughout the month of December. These general admission holiday cruises enable everyone to be "in" the famous Newport Beach Boat Parade.

What better way to view the incredible lights and experience everything the Newport Beach Boat Parade has to offer than by being onboard a ship fully decorated and in the actual boat parade.

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2024 Newport Beach Holiday Lights Cruises

Reserve a Holiday Lights Cruise Nov. 29 - Jan. 1 Reserve a Private Charter Nov. 29 - Jan. 1

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BOOK A PRIVATE RENTAL Newport Landing offers multiple cruises each night of the Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade as well as holiday lights cruises throughout the month of December to view the amazing light displays that have made Newport beach legendary. Come enjoy the annual Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade of Lights with Newport Landing!

Holiday cruises beginning Nov. 29, 2024 - Jan. 1, 2025. The Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade begins December 18th and ends December 22nd for 2024. Newport Landing offers three cruises nightly for both all of the holiday light cruise dates as well as the 5 nights of the Newport Beach Boat Parade. Newport Landing's holiday lights cruises travel throughout Newport Bay viewing amazing light displays from the many Bayfront estates lining Newport Bay. Parade ship entries are also often viewed in full décor as they cruise through the bay or as the decorated ships are at dock and part of a bay front landscape transformed for the holiday season.

During the 5 nights of the Newport Beach Boat Parade, Newport Landing offers cruises that actually travel in the parade viewing all the decorated ships and Bayfront estates while traveling the parade route the travels through Newport Bay. What better way is there to view all of the holiday activities and décor centering around the boat parade than by ship? All of Newport Landing's ships are fully decorated and have lots of nice amenities to enjoy the festivities in comfort. Newport Landing gives spectators the opportunity to actually participate in the parade, instead of just watching it from the sidelines!

The Newport Beach Boat Parade has a long tradition spanning over a century, from its relatively small scale beginnings to becoming one of the nation's largest holiday events. The Newport Beach Boat Parade wasn't always the giant holiday event it is known for today. The boat parade started out as a 4th of July celebration in Newport Bay back at the turn of the 20th century. The Newport Beach Boat Parade transformed from a 4th of July celebration into a Christmas time event in the 1920's and has continue to grow in spite of challenging times including such obstacles as the Great Depression to the more recent energy crisis of the early 70's. Today's Newport Beach Boat Parade is viewed by over 2 million people each year and has over 300 decorated ships of all of types participating along with hundreds of decorated bay front estates. The holiday season transforms Newport Bay into a most unique southern California holiday destination, a definite must see.

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General admission, tickets for holiday lights cruises.

All ticket sales for Holiday Cruises are final and non-refundable. Holiday Cruise: Nov. 29 - Dec. 17 & Dec. 23 - Jan. 1 | Departure Times: 5:30pm, 7:00pm, & 8:30pm Trips Are 75 Minutes In Length

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Monday - Thursday Nov. 29 - Dec. 17 | Dec. 23 - Jan. 1 Holiday Cruise Departure Times: 5:30PM, 7:00PM, & 8:30PM Trips Are 75 Minutes In Length

Friday - Sunday Nov. 29 - Dec. 17 | Dec. 23 - Jan. 1 Holiday Cruise Departure Times: 5:30PM, 7:00PM, & 8:30PM Trips Are 75 Minutes In Length

Christmas Parade of Lights

Wednesday Dec. 18th Christmas Parade Cruise Departure Times: 5:30p - 6:50p, 7:05p - 8:15p, & 8:30p - 9:50p

Thursday Dec. 19th Christmas Parade Cruise Departure Times: 5:30p - 6:50p, 7:05p - 8:15p, & 8:30p - 9:50p

Friday - Sunday Dec. 20th - Dec. 22nd Christmas Parade Cruise Departure Times: 5:30p - 6:50p, 7:05p - 8:15p, & 8:30p - 9:50p

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Additional hours can be added before the 5:30PM departure or after the 8:30pm departure All charter reservations require a 50% non-refundable deposit when booked!

For more information contact us at (949) 675-0551.

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Newport Beach Christmas Light Cruises 2024 with Newport Landing is the event of the season!

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Request for ticket reservations for the Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade OR Holiday Lights Cruises Tickets. View our schedule / calendar below

CHRISTMAS PARADE:  Dec. 18 - Dec. 22 HOLIDAY LIGHTS CRUISES:  Nov. 29 - Jan. 1

2024 Newport Beach Boat Parade Ticket rates: $36 Adults | $32 Juniors - Dec. 18, 19, & 22 Ticket rates: $50 Adults | $46 Juniors - Dec. 20 & 21

2024 Holiday Lights Cruises Ticket rates: $36 Adults | $32 Juniors

Departures and prices are subject to change without notice. For groups of 10 or more, please call (949) 675-0551 directly.

Newport Christmas Parade Cruises

*Holiday cruises are 75-minutes in duration.

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Reservations are required for general admission boarding passes. Due to high demand for holiday season cruise and Christmas boat parade tickets, all sales are final and non refundable. Credit card payments are required at time of booking. Tickets will be available to pick up in our office two hours prior to your trips departure on the day of the event.

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"It was a wonderful experience for me and my whole family. We couldn't stop smiling. The night was perfect...full of Christmas wonder and feel-good feelings. We can't wait for next year!"

"One of our favorite things to do at Christmastime. Will be there for sure in 2024."

"My wife has been talking about the Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade for years. So I surprised her last December with tickets to the parade. She was so ecstatic. It totally made her holiday. She wants to make it an annual tradition...and I can't complain. I loved it, too!"

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Private Cruises are perfect for holiday gatherings! With cruises throughout the month of December, customized times and cruise lengths are an option. Find out more!

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Newport Harbor Christmas Parade Cruise

Private cruise december 13th - december 17th.

Tour Newport’s luxurious harbor and admire the beautifully decorated boats, yachts, and homes during the parade. We provide an intimate and exclusive experience to remember forever. Our private boat cruises are the best way to feel immersed in the harbor’s holiday cheer and view the boat parade from a front row seat. Enjoy complimentary hot chocolate and blankets onboard, or bring food and beverages to make the night more special. Speak with our concierge before your cruise to plan your perfect experience.

Newport Harbor Holiday Lights Cruise

Private cruise december 1st - 13th & december 19th - january 8th.

Newport Harbor is home to some of the most expensive properties in the world, all wonderfully decorated and impressively lit with holiday lights. We offer the perfect private cruise to admire the harbor lights from the water throughout the month of December. Enjoy spectacular views and indulge in the holiday cheer.

About the Boat Parade

The Newport Beach Boat Parade is spectacular. With 114 years of history and over 1 million viewers each year; over 100 beautifully decorated boats cruise the harbor five nights in a row. The parade is named “one of the top ten holiday happenings in the nation” by The New York Times. The parade is the premiere event of the holiday season in Southern California.

We have the most unique boats in the world. Enjoy your own 32' boat to watch the Newport Beach Boat Parade. Amenities include an excellent stereo system, comfortable seating, and night lights.

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“ The crew were friendly and helpful, they made the tour better because they were a lot of fun. ” in 47 reviews

“ Davey 's was most courteous and helpful over the phone already and none of this abrasive customer service there. ” in 51 reviews

“ Then we were in the middle of the boats while they lined up for the start of the Newport Beach Boat Parade . ” in 4 reviews

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Newport Landing Cruises offers public cruises of all types daily year round along with specialty and seasonal holiday cruises. During the month of December, Newport Landing Cruises offers multiple holiday lights cruises on fully decorated ships to enjoy the amazing light displays and festivities that have made Newport Beach legendary. During the 5 nights of the Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade Of Lights, Newport Landing Cruises offers 3 cruise times each night to view all of the amazing ships in full decor as well as hundreds pf bay front estates competing in their own competition the "Ring Of Lights". Newport Landing Cruises offers the complete "parade" experience without the need to have your own decorated boat in Newport Bay. …

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The Christmas Boat Parade is good for all ages.

Hi! Does anyone know how long the boat parade lasts? I see the cruises leave several times a night, does that mean the parade happens several times a night? Thanks!

The cruise lasts about 1 hour. And there are several cruises per night.

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Took our 5 & 7 year old grandsons and it was really relaxing and peaceful. Grateful for those homeowners who did such a beautiful job with the Christmas lights. Not sure if we would make this a family tradition, but highly recommend as a holiday event at least once if you happened to be in OC

1 star for the total lack of organization with the check-in process. Multiple lines with no clear direction at Davey's Locker and no real effort on the part of the staff to even clarify, much less help. We followed all the directions and got there an hour in advance, like instructed for fear of our tickets being "released." We stood forever in one line, and when we finally got to the front, we were told to check in way down at the other end of the boardwalk. The whole staff seemed to be oblivious to basic customer service. 5 stars for the boat ride itself. The crew on the Nautilus was great, and the ride itself was wonderful. Averaging the awful with the grand, 3 stars overall.

Took my daughter here last night (Friday night) for a Christmas holiday boat ride. I had to park a few miles from Davey's and just rideshared in as there were no close by parkings. Good luck trying to get in or out in nearby streets and parking lot as it was extremely congested, there were cars lining up for a long time waiting to snatch a parking spot in the parking lot near Davey's. Where I parked was a metered street parking, but it was free the time I parked. I used ParkMobile (app store) to verify parking hours/fees and to pay. Plus, I still parked my car with ParkMobile even though there was no charge, in that way I could locate my car once I returned. I arrived at Davey's at 7PM, but didn't check in until 8PM since I wasted one hour circling around for close by parkings before putting my thinking cap on to park far and rideshared in. It was a long line to check in and our boat was scheduled to leave at 9PM. First, we were in line in front of Davey's to check in and they told us for our scheduled time, we needed to check in inside the store. We went inside and got in line again to be told that we had to walk 2 minutes down to check in at the Newport landing station as they had our tickets there. They were nice enough to have someone to walk us to Newport landing station. Oh there was a public restroom behind Pizza Pete (not clean btw). We got our tickets finally at 8:30PM and were told to get in line no later than 8:50PM to get on the Fury. They sell drinks (alcoholic too) and snacks on the boat, but cash only. There was an ATM before we entered the Fury. The boat ride lasted 75 minutes and it was relaxing. Only a handful of houses that were decorated with lights and the boat was floating in the middle of nowhere and not near any houses. Good for family nights and for young kids (my daughter was not amused). It costed about $80 for 2 tickets. You can see the lights for free just walking around the areas.

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I always see thing holiday boat ride advertised and I have been wanting to do it because I love anything Christmas or holiday I should say. It's a great price. And they offered beverages from soft drinks to beer. You can bring food and snacks aboard which was nice for the little kids. It wasn't too cold out we enjoyed the lights out on the deck it was beautiful to experience. I am glad I took advantage of this great deal. It made for lovely photo ops. I wish that more houses were decorated but maybe it was because we came early in December. I would recommend it. It's fun for a whole group. The parking situation is hard but there is valet. It's a cute town and would be nice to hang out afterward, there is places to eat and bars in the area. We got on a small boat wish there were more seats. If you come in a large group arrive early and together if you want to sit together.

Next time I need to call before booking to insure we are on a boat with adequate seating and there will be music and narration. There was seating inside but you can't see much in there. I will do it again but most likely through a different company

Great Newport Boat Parade cruise! Loved every minute of it! The boat was on time, organized and it was fun to ride alongside the boats that were in the parade route.

This was our first Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade. Reading about it being the oldest in the country, we thought why not when already in town. After carefully checking the map, we headed to Balboa Island. It is a man made island across from Newport Beach, that also offers beautiful Christmas decorations this time of year since many houses participate in a Christmas decor competition. This is a tiny island, easily walked on foot, but coming from Long Beach, we accessed the island with the car. You can imagine the traffic an hour before the start of the boat parade. Parking is first come, first serve basis, and we immediately turned on the right after crossing the island and was able to find parking in one of the side streets. The whole experience was very festive and beautiful. We walked around the island twice waiting for the parade to start. At the end, ended on the west side on a public dock. It was nice experience in 50' weather with hot chocolate in hand.

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You go on a boat and check out the christmas lights that people put on their homes. The fun thing about this trip is that you get to ride a boat and cruise on the sea. Its also fun to check out the christmas lights from a different point of view. I like that they sell you snacks and drinks on the boat and prices arent too crazy. You can always take some snacks yourself as well. The bad thing about the cruise is that the boat doesnt get close to the homes so it can be hard to see the homes with their christmas lights. I understand that they can get too close cause then you disturb the people but this sucks. The price can vary depending on the time you go. But its between 20-40 dollars depends on the day and time. I got the whole family tickets for around 20 which was good. But anything higher than that and its not worth it if you have to pay more. Pros -You ride a boat -You get in the holiday spirit Cons -It gets cold so take a sweater

We went on the Sunday after Christmas and there was moderate traffic. They recommend arriving an hour prior because parking is extremely limited and you have to do a little walking. After 30 mins, I found a parking spot and headed towards Davey's Locker. They directed me right past the Ferris wheel to the check in point. The boat started loading exactly at the scheduled time. The cruise was about 70 minutes. They have a snack bar that offers adult beverages, hot cocoa, and snacks. I was slightly thrown off by the woman working the counter. She was bare fisting marshmallows, putting them in all the hot cocoa cups and then touching everything around her without washing her hands or without the use of gloves. My other dislike is that the popcorn they were selling was $5. $5 for a microwaveable bag of popcorn is a big excessive. Especially when it costs $2.99 for a box of 6 at the store and even cheaper when you're buying in bulk! Overall, I spent about $50 at the snack bar plus tip. As we were docking, the captain got on the speaker to inform us of so and also mentioned a whole spiel about tipping the staff as we exited. What! Lol! That was sooo tacky. The staff literally stood at the exit with a box that said tips on it. They should rework that and figure out a better way of doing so. Overall, we didn't really interact with many of the staff, but the ones we did were decent. The cruise wasn't that entertaining but my family and I enjoyed our time together. A few houses were extremely decorated and others were not. Experiencing it one time was good enough for me.

This was a very nice Christmas spirit experience and that's saying a lot cause I'm feeling very grinch this year. Took my mom here, she loved it (she's like a kid when it comes to things like this) so yeah it's definitely a nice Christmas date, a family Christmas night out, or night out with friends. If you like seeing Christmas lights your gonna love this, there's a bar where we got hot chocolate which was perfect for the cold, you can sit inside or outside the boat, they play Christmas music, some people were singing along, that was nice, and you can tell everyone has the Christmas spirit. It really is a great way to feel the Christmas magic. The price was very reasonable, 50 for both. Staff were friendly. Definitely recommend. A special thank you to the Newport community who goes above and beyond with the Christmas lights.

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The newport beach boat parade is an excellent christmas activity. call us now (949) 673-1434.

If you live in Southern California and you are looking for a way to treat your family to a special event around Christmastime, then it is time to plan a trip to Newport Beach. Whether you have or have not heard of the Newport Beach Boat Parade, you are in for a surprise when you visit. This parade runs for five nights every Christmas and it is designed to ensure everyone involved will have a great time. While the modern version of the event is one of the biggest Christmas celebrations in the country, it has humble roots that date back more than 100 years. Would you like to learn more about this parade and how much fun it can be for you and your family? Then read on.

A Long History: Newport Beach Boat Parade

Over one hundred years ago, a handful of boat owners wanted to do something special to celebrate the Christmas season. That’s why they created the boat parade. At that time, it wasn’t really organized and only about a dozen people were involved. However, those boat owners got out there and put on a display that people loved to see. Even back then, it must have been a fun event since the Newport Beach Boat Parade continued to grow and become a tradition that people all around the state and country would come to enjoy.

Things have certainly grown now and you will see literally hundreds of boats involved with spectacular and breathtaking displays.

The Modern Display:

These days, all types of boats are involved. When you watch the Newport Beach Boat Parade, you will see multimillion dollar yachts, fishing boats, and even canoes. That’s because everyone gets involved. In fact, even the homes and businesses nearby will get involved. All along the shore, homeowners participate by decorating their houses and buildings as well as docks so that one parade becomes a spectacular event.

There are prizes given for the best decorations, and the parade has become such a big deal that a home category has been added recently too. This way, homeowners and boat owners are prompted to do something even more eye-catching every year. That’s why you will see millions of Christmas lights, themed decorations, stories played out in décor, special effects, and much more. You won’t believe the lengths gone to so that people can enjoy a dazzling display.

Viewing the Newport Beach Boat Parade

If you decide to go to the Newport Beach Boat Parade, then the first thing you will need to do is decide where you will view it. If you do your research, you will find that you have options. They include:

• Watching from your favorite shoreline restaurant
• Watching from a home or property on the shore
• Walking to the shoreline
• Buying tickets to reserved seating

All of those are great options, but they also have problems. You will get to see the boats, but not the homes and docks. That’s why you need to consider another option: Davey’s Locker.

When you go on a scheduled cruise with Davey’s Locker, you will get to see everything, and that includes the boats that have been decorated beautifully as well as the homes, businesses, and other properties that have extravagant displays.

Davey’s Locker provides three cruises a night throughout the five day event so that you can go on the day that is most convenient for you. Additionally, you can rent private boats if you would like. Here is the best part: all of the boats at Davey’s Locker during this time will be decorated for the Christmas season too. You won’t just be watching the boat parade. You will feel as if you are a part of it in an immersive experience.

The Details: Newport Beach Boat Parade

If you decide to go to Newport Beach for the boat parade, then there are a few things you will need to know:

• It is held for five nights in December
• The parade lasts from the third Wednesday to the third Sunday
• Every night, the parade is kicked off at 6:15 pm
• Davey’s Locker provides three cruises starting in the late afternoon
• The opening and closing ceremonies of the parade will both have fireworks that you can enjoy from the water if you choose to enjoy a cruise.

You don’t have to go on the scheduled Christmas cruises either since you can rent a boat for you and your family. It will feel like you are a part of the parade and you get all the benefits without actually having to own a boat yourself.

What if you aren’t able to make it to Newport Beach during that week? That’s ok. Davey’s Locker will not leave you out. In fact, every single night, three times a night, from December 3 to January 2, Davey’s Locker offers regular holiday cruises. That way, no matter when you can visit, you will still be able to enjoy the spirit of Christmas. This is a great way to kick off the Christmas season too.

So, ask yourself, how will you celebrate the holidays? Will you drive around in a car hoping to run across some lights here and there? Will you watch the Newport Beach boat parade from the shore or will you make this an experience you will never forget? When you choose a cruise for the boat parade, you can even make sure you are there for the opening or closing ceremonies so that you will be able to see the breathtaking fireworks.

The Newport Beach Boat Parade has been around for more than 100 years and it has only been getting bigger as the years go by. It is certainly an event that no one will be able to forget once they have visited. If you want to go to the parade, make sure you get the most out of it as possible. That means enjoying a cruise so that you can see all of the decorations, on the boats as well as on the properties along the shore. It is certainly a fun event and Davey’s Locker can help you enjoy it even more.

SCHEDULE OF DEPARTURES

Christmas boat parade (dec 18 – dec 22), holiday lights cruises* (nov. 29 – dec. 17 | dec. 23 – jan. 1), private charter rates:, holiday lights cruises, [sundays through thursdays].

Nov. 29 – Dec. 17 | Dec. 23 – Jan. 1

Holiday cruise departure times are 5:30pm, 7:00pm, 8:30pm

Duration: Varies by vessel (75 Minutes | 105 Minutes)

Holiday Cruises: Sunday – Thursday

Maximum Capacities May Be Adjusted Per COVID Guidelines If Mandated

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Holiday cruises: fridays & saturdays, christmas parade.

Dec. 18 – Dec. 22

[Wednesday, Dec. 18]

Wednesday, dec. 18 — rental rates, [thursday, dec. 19], thursday, dec. 19 — rental rates, [friday, saturday & sunday dec. 20, 21 & 22], friday, saturday, & sunday | dec. 20 – 22 — rental rates, additional information:.

*Additional hours can be added before the 5:30PM departure or after the 8:30PM departure ** Note pricing does not include 15% gratuity which may be added at the time of booking **

All charter reservations require a 50% non-refundable deposit when booked!

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Parade Route and Schedule

As the Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade moves it way through the Newport Harbor, you can view the parade from almost any place on the shore FREE of cost.

With thousands of people viewing the parade each evening, please allow extra time for travel and arrive as early as possible. All city parking lots will be open throughout the parade to accommodate viewers.

The 2023 Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade will both commence and finish at the tip of Lido Isle . As in previous years, the parade will begin at approximately 6:30 p.m. each night.

Please see the map below for detailed information about times when the parade passes points along the harbor.

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Holiday Lights Spectator Cruise

Upcoming departures, returns december 2023.

The 53rd annual San Diego Bay Parade of Lights takes place on Sunday, December 10, 2023 and Sunday, December 17, 2023. Come aboard a Flagship cruise for an up-close view of the dazzling holiday boat parade.

Approximately 80 festively decorated boats will be on display. The theme this year is "Christmas Traditions around the World." Organizers anticipate a crowd of more than 100,000 San Diego residents and visitors will watch from the shores. On both evenings, we'll be out on the bay offering passengers a one-of-a-kind viewing experience from the convenience, comfort and luxury of a Flagship yacht.

Spectator Cruise: Choose the Parade of Lights Spectator Cruise for a festive narrated harbor tour along the parade route. Boarding begins at 4:30PM. Snack bar service available with wine, cocktails, local beer and light refreshments for purchase on board.

Dinner Cruise: On these two dates, our December Nights Dinner Cruise will depart earlier to allow for viewing of the Holiday Parade. View details .

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December 10, 2021

113th annual newport beach christmas boat parade full line-up of festivities announced.

Olympian Grand Marshals; Family Focused Kick-Off Event; Ring of Lights Home Decorating Competition and Dozens of Ways to View Orange County’s Most Iconic Christmas Event

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. (Dec. 10, 2021) – Everyone is welcome at the 113th Annual Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade taking place for five spectacular nights Dec. 15-19, 2021 in Newport Beach, Calif. Illuminating Newport Harbor for over a century, 100 beautifully decorated yachts and boats of all sizes will once again light up Newport Beach nightly from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. For five nights, experience the parade in a wide variety of fun-filled ways, from a family friendly event on the sand, by boat or shore, below is a full line-up of happenings at America’s most iconic Christmas event.

Home to the West Coast’s largest recreational harbor, Newport Beach pays homage to its iconic boating culture through a fleet of wonderfully decorated yachts, boats, kayaks and canoes motoring along a 14-mile course. This year’s festival theme – “Jingle on the Waves” – also holds a special honor as the first community selected theme in the Parade’s history, submitted by Newport Beach local, Amy Senk.

GRAND MARSHAL LINE-UP:

• Wednesday, Dec. 15 – Local Orange County Olympians: Phillip & Ryan Chew (Badminton); Jack Williams (Archery); Sakura Kokumai (Karate); Janie Takeda (Softball); Katie McLaughlin (Swimming); Jesse Smith, Alex Wolf and Kaleigh Gilchrist (Water Polo).  
• Thursday, Dec. 16 – Distinguished Locals: The Newport Beach Chamber of Commerce honors Hospitality Hero Erin Fritz, director of operations at Newport Beach Marriott Hotel & Spa.
• Friday, Dec. 17 – A Salute to Hometown Heroes: Cheer on our local heroes, those first-responders and lifesavers who serve our communities, as they lead the evening’s festivities.
• Saturday, Dec. 18 – HEART Global: HEART Global is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that leads music and performance workshops worldwide. Their workshops empower personal growth and inspire emotional intelligence through music, dance and performance.
• Sunday, Dec. 19 – Corona del Mar High School Drum Line: The CdM Drum Line is one of the premiere performing groups at Corona del Mar High School. It serves as a musical ambassador, performing regularly in pep rallies as well as school and community events.

RING OF LIGHTS: Homes along the Christmas boat parade route participate in a decorating contest called the Ring of Lights where each house features its own extravagantly themed decorations. From lights on every façade to roof-top animated scenes and dancing Christmas trees, the Ring of Lights has become as celebrated as the boat parade itself. Visitors can view homes by walking around Newport Beach waterfront neighborhoods such as Balboa Island and Balboa Village or view by boat charter or boat rental.

FIREWORKS: The parade will have an exhilarating firework display from the Newport Pier at 6:15 p.m. on opening night and 9 p.m. on closing night.

WHERE TO VIEW: Marina Park Event on Opening Night : Bring the entire family to Marina Park on opening night (Dec. 15) for the 113th Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade kick-off event, which includes a full evening of festivities: an opening ceremony, front-row parade viewing and first-ever Holiday Market! The opening night ceremony starts at 5 p.m. and includes the parade’s Grand Marshals: local Orange County 2021 summer Olympians, speakers and a live musical performance. Partnering with OC’s premier pop-up market group Creative Communal, the Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade’s first-ever holiday market will feature 35 local makers, food vendors, live music, entertainment, photo ops and kids activities. The opening night event is not to be missed, with an opportunity to meet the Olympians, shop last-minute holiday gifts, enjoy good food, the festivities and watch the parade. The Opening Night event starts at 5 p.m., the holiday market begins at 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.; Fireworks at 6:15 p.m. and the parade sails by Marina Park at 6:45 p.m. Admission is free.

Marina Park 1600 W Balboa Blvd, Newport Beach, CA 92663

Dine + Watch There are over a dozen restaurants throughout Newport Harbor that offer a front-row view of the Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade and dozens more located near the water to dine and then view.

Stay + Watch Let the Boat Parade serve as a reason to book a holiday-inspired staycation in Newport Beach for a roster of festive events, shop for last-minute holiday gifts, enjoy winter menus and much more!

• Balboa Bay Resort
• Renaissance Newport Beach Hotel
• Hyatt Regency John Wayne Airport Newport Beach
• Hyatt Regency Newport Beach
• Newport Beach Marriott Hotel & Spa
• Newport Beach Marriott Bayview
• The Resort at Pelican Hill

Float + Watch Book one of Newport Beach’s premier cruise boats to see the holiday lights and displays on the boats in the parade and homes along the water that is guaranteed to be a magical evening under the stars.

Park + Watch Bundle up, bring a chair and break out the hot cocoa, here are the places to your waterfront spot at all of the vantage points in Newport Beach.

• Balboa Peninsula is also home to many vantage points of the spectacle. In Balboa Village, consider areas along Edgewater Place, Marina Park and at the Balboa Fun Zone.
• Balboa Island provides prime viewing location of the Boat Parade and the Ring of Lights home decorating competition.
• Boats pass directly in front of China Cove Beach, and Lookout Point offers an amazing view. For park settings, choose West Jetty View Park or Via Lido Park.
• Reserved seating is available at the Newport Boy Scout Sea Base (1931 West Coast Highway).

There are over 50 viewing locations along Newport Harbor, please visit www.christmasboatparade.com for parade route, timing and more information.

For images or b-roll of the 113 th Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade, please email Erin Rose: [email protected] .

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The Newport Beach Chamber of Commerce is a business organization of almost 700 members representing over 20,000 employees. The Chamber, with its five councils, committees, staff and valuable members, works with city officials, local businesses and the community at large to promote the local economy. More information can be found at www.newportbeach.com .

About the Commodores Club

The Commodores Club is a council comprised of actively involved members of the Newport Beach Chamber of Commerce providing leadership, organization and fundraising support on business, social and community special events that promote the overall mission of the Chamber.

About Newport Beach & Company

Founded in January 2013, Newport Beach & Company is a non-profit organization established to serve as the official marketing agency for the city of Newport Beach. The agency brings together all of the marketing entities connected to the Newport Beach brand, and is designed to oversee separate business units that include Visit Newport Beach, Celebrate Newport Beach, Enterprise Newport Beach and Newport Beach TV. For more information, please go to VisitNewportBeach.com.

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Come spread the holiday cheer with Sight Sea-R Cruises aboard our 51-foot Catamaran! Relax as we cruise the bays and canals of Fort Myers Beach in the 33th annual 2021 Holiday Boat Parade! This is an Adult Only-21 and over cruise. A full cash bar and restroom are available on board. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED

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The 24th Annual Alexandria Holiday Boat Parade of Lights will take place on December 7, 2024. See below for details of the 2023 parade.

Saturday, December 2, 2023

Alexandria holiday boat parade of lights sponsored by amazon, part of alexandria’s biggest holiday weekend.

December 2, 2023 Parade starts at 5:30 p.m. Dockside festivities 1 to 8 p.m. Old Town Alexandria Waterfront

Old Town Alexandria’s historic waterfront will shine for the 23rd Annual Alexandria Holiday Boat Parade of Lights sponsored by Amazon as dozens of brightly lit boats cruise along one mile of the Potomac River shoreline. Enjoy dockside festivities in Waterfront Park including a pop-up beer garden from Port City Brewing Company, food, activities and more.

The parade is produced by Visit Alexandria in collaboration with the City of Alexandria, City Cruises – Alexandria and the Old Dominion Boat Club. Amazon is proud to sponsor the Alexandria Holiday Boat Parade of Lights and partner on such a beloved community event.

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Best in Show

Magical Knots – “I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas”

Best Powerboat

It’s Always Somethin’ – “Tribute to Jimmy Buffett: ‘Thanks for the Memories’”

Best Sailboat

SCOW Lions Paw 2 – “Jelly Pandas”

Thinking Outside the Christmas Box

4Ever Freedom – “Christmas in America”

Most Holiday Cheer

Nauti List – “The Nauti List”

Best Movie / TV Theme

Tuesday – “Faith, Trust and Pixie Dust – Dreams Really Can Come True”

Most Spirited Crew

Big Sky – “Rocking Round the Christmas Tree”

Hold My Pier – “Mojo Dojo Casa Houseboat”

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Titan Rowing Team: 4 Crew Racing Shells – “Holiday”

Happiest Hanukkah – “Brightest Boat Ever”

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Programming overview.

This year’s Boat Parade includes annual festivities at Waterfront Park along with the return of Canal Center festivities to the Old Town North waterfront.

Make a day of it—or a weekend! The Boat Parade is part of  Alexandria’s Biggest Holiday Weekend  and is the same day as the  52nd Annual Alexandria Scottish Christmas Walk Parade  which starts at 11 a.m. Arrive early to enjoy both parades and enjoy local restaurants and shopping.

• 1 to 8 p.m.:  Hands-on activities and food and beverage options at Waterfront Park  (1 King Street) (Activities end at 5:30 p.m.)
• 2 to 6 p.m.: Holiday Festival at Torpedo Factory Art Center (105 N Union St)
• 3 to 9 p.m.: Canal Center Holiday Art Mart on the Old Town North waterfront (11 Canal Center Plaza)
• 3:30 p.m.: Santa arrives by fireboat at the Alexandria City Marina
• 5:30 p.m.:  Parade begins at the Alexandria City Marina and cruises southward  (0 Cameron St.)

Dockside Festivities at Waterfront Park (1 to 8 p.m.)

Head to Waterfront Park at the foot of King Street for festivities from 1 to 8 p.m. including a pop-up beer garden , food and beverage vendors and family-friendly activities . Holiday music from 97.1 WASH-FM will deliver a festive atmosphere all day, and their street team will round out the Waterfront Park experience with giveaways from 3 to 5 p.m .

Pop-up Beer Garden from Port City Brewing Company

Enjoy a pop-up beer garden from Alexandria’s award-winning Port City Brewing Company along with hard cider from Alexandria’s Lost Boy Cider .

Dockside Food Vendors

Sip hot chocolate from Dolci Gelati and enjoy food options such as American comfort food from Mason Social and empanadas from Tequila & Taco . New this year, grab pizza by the slice from Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana and cookies and snacks from Together We Bake .

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Tequila & taco, frank pepe pizzeria napoletana, dolci gelati, together we bake, dockside activities.

From 1 to 5:30 p.m. enjoy hands-on activities from independently owned Alexandria businesses. Get creative with ornament and watercolor holiday card making,  write postcards to Santa, craft holiday ornaments and more.

Join Penny Post during festivities at Waterfront Park with a Letters to Santa postcard station . Penny Post is a paper goods store offering witty and sophisticated greeting cards, notebooks, wrapping paper and more.

AR Workshop

Join AR Workshop Alexandria with a holiday ornament craft activity . AR Workshop is a boutique DIY workshop that offers hands-on classes for creating unique and charming custom home decor.

Shop Made in Virginia

Join Shop Made in VA to create your own colorful round ornament and watercolor your own holiday greeting card designed by local maker Me & Mary. Shop Made in Virginia is dedicated to showcasing the talents of VA-based designers, artists, and makers.

Pippin Toy Co.

Create children’s holiday bracelets with Pippin Toy Co. ! Pippin Toy Co. is a shop created especially for kids, full of toys, books, experiments, games, stuffed animals, candy, and a whole lot of imagination.

Sustainable Gifts: ALX Dog Walk and Ten Thousand Villages

ALX Dog Walk ‘s sustainable/plastic-free holiday booth will feature products from Ten Thousand Villages , free giveaways and much more.

Canal Center Holiday Art Mart (3 to 9 p.m.)

Canal Center festivities return to the Old Town North waterfront from 3 to 9 p.m. Peruse the holiday bazaar of arts, crafts, vintage goods and more, while enjoying food and drink from Chalkboard Wings & BBQ , Scuttlebutt Bakery , Port City Brewing Company and other local food vendors. Pop into The Gallery at Canal Center to see the current art exhibition, and enjoy live music from 3 to 8 p.m. from the Yellow Door Concert Series featuring holiday jazz favorites.

Parade Start Time and Duration: The parade route stretches for one mile along  Old Town Alexandria’s  waterfront. The Old Town North Waterfront offers the first glimpse of boats before they cruise to the Alexandria City Marina/ Waterfront Park and continue south to end at Ford’s Landing Park near the Woodrow Wilson Bridge. The parade begins at 5:30 p.m. and its duration can vary from 30 minutes to one hour.

*Please note that the above times are subject to change based on cruising speeds, river conditions and total participants.

Parade Viewing Areas: The parade stretches for one mile along Old Town Alexandria’s waterfront . Please note there is limited visibility within the Alexandria City Marina (0 Cameron St.) while the following parks offer a more comfortable, less crowded viewing experience. Visitors can also watch the parade on the water with City Cruises – Alexandria’s Holiday Boat Parade of Lights tour .

• Canal Center Plaza , (11 Canal Center Plaza)
• Rivergate City Park , (2 Montgomery St.)
• Oronoco Bay Park , (100 Madison St.)
• Founders Park , 351 North Union Street
• Alexandria City Marina , 0 Cameron Street
• Waterfront Park , 1 King Street and 1A Prince Street
• Point Lumley Park , 1 Duke Street
• Robinson Landing , 7 Pioneer Way
• Windmill Hill Park , 501 South Union Street
• Shipyard/Harborside Park , 1 Wilkes Street
• Ford’s Landing City Park , 99 Franklin Street

Map of Boat Parade Viewing Areas

Getting Here & Around

Based on anticipated attendance, the use of  public transportation and alternative modes of transportation are highly encouraged . See the list below to consider your options and plan your trip.

Metro : The parade is accessible via Metrorail (blue and yellow lines) from the King Street station.

King Street Trolley: The free King Street Trolley will run a modified route from the King Street Metro to the Lyceum (201 S. Washington St) and back, every 15 minutes from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Parking: If driving, please note parking garages closest to the waterfront fill up in advance of the event, and street closures near the waterfront are often in effect based on the high volume of traffic. Find a map of garages on the City of Alexandria’s parking page.

The following garage in Old Town North will offer $5 parking from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.

• 44 Canal Center, courtesy of Canal Center Plaza

Road Closures: In order to safely produce the Scottish Christmas Walk Parade, road closures, reserved parking and no parking zones will be in effect on Saturday, December 2. See a full list of closures here.

Capital Bikeshare : There are several dock stations within Old Town and in Old Town North near the Mount Vernon Trail and Oronoco Bay Park. For more information, please visit capitalbikeshare.com .

Dockless Mobility:   There are various dockless mobility devices throughout Old Town including e-scooters and e-bikes. Please note there is no riding on sidewalks per City code or along the expanded King Street pedestrian zone from the 200 block of King Street to the waterfront. When possible, please park in a scooter corral or bike rack so as not to block the sidewalk.

Water Taxi: Enjoy the Alexandria Holiday Boat Parade of Lights from the Potomac River with CityCruises by Hornblower. Find more information here.

DASH Bus:  The  DASH bus is free. DASH buses run as early as 6 a.m. and as late as midnight on both Friday and Saturday.

Taxi:  The following companies currently operate within the City of Alexandria:

• GoGreen Cab: 703.212.2000,  gogreentaxicab.com
• King Cab: 703.549.3530,  kingcabcompany.com
• Union Cab: 703.683.1200
• VIP Cab: 703.333.5800,  viptaxiva.wordpress.com
• White Top Cab: 703.683.4004
• Yellow Cab: 703.549.2500,  alexandriayellowcab.com

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As is tradition on Parade of Boats night, brightly decorated boats will convene in Lake Union and begin their promenade westward through the Fremont Cut. Catch the shimmery lights from aboard the Christmas Ship™, join the parade on your own decorated vessel, or gather at the official onshore viewing party at Evanston Plaza for panoramic views of the flotilla. It’s a holiday event that cannot be missed!

8th Annual Parade of Boats Date: Friday, December 8th Time: 8:00 – 9:30 pm Performance Location: rolling show through the Fremont Cut & Evanston Plaza Performance Time: 8:20 – 9:10 pm

Where can you watch the Parade of Boats from the shore? Come by our Onshore Viewing Party !

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MIAMI (Gray News) - A nudist adventure awaits with the Big Nude Boat cruise scheduled to sail from Florida next year.

Bare Necessities Tour and Travel announced its newest nude cruise will be the Norwegian Sky cruise ship out of Miami.

The Big Nude Boat 2025 cruise will be a 10-day trip taking travelers to the Caribbean with scheduled stops that include the Bahamas, Puerto Rico and St. Lucia.

Bare Necessities said it will be taking over the Norwegian Pearl from Feb. 3 to Feb. 14, 2025.

According to the cruise itinerary , clothes-free experiences will be planned throughout the trip including nude beach days on private islands and nude days at sea.

But there will also be proper nudist etiquette and other rules for guests on board that include no photo zones around the pool area and dance venues, according to the cruise’s policies .

The travel company recommended that passengers bring some sort of casual clothing for the times they need to dress, along with a swimsuit as not all excursions will be clothing optional, but lingerie or fetish wear will not be an acceptable form of clothing on board.

The Big Nude Boat 2025 cruise tickets are currently on sale with prices starting at $2,000 for double occupancy.

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About Samara I Liveaboard

Samara I boat is the first generation of Samara’s exclusive Phinisi collection which has been versed sailing the ocean of eastern Indonesia. The chastity of the sturdy vessel is representing the cultural value of Indonesia. Each component of the ship still holds on to the guidelines of South Sulawesi’s Phinisi art.

Taking its guests to sail around the Komodo Island , Samara I boat provides everything they need to make the most of their holiday trip in Indonesia. With a length of 27 meters and 6 crews on board, 12 guests will get the most comfortable and safe sailing experience.

This traditional boat is adapting the modern interior design to facilitate you with all the convenience of accommodation and transportation at the same time. There are 5 air-conditioned cabins, all of which have en-suite bathrooms with hot showers. Each cabin has a double-size bed for 2 guests. As the whole cabins are suitable for 10 adult guests, Samara I boat also serves 2 extra guests who are children of age 6 to 10 years old. The natural light of morning sun will come through your window and gives you a positive energy to do lots of fun holiday activities.

Life on Board Samara I

Samara I boat has large open areas where you can relax and chill out. These spacious areas consist of a kitchen, lounge, dining room, and balconies. Besides providing the best quality of service, the cabin crews will also ensure the cleanliness of all the cabins and open spaces. As a result, sunbathing and doing other activities there will be so much more exhilarating. This well-organized boat will also provide you with delicious 3x meals a day as well as afternoon coffee and snacks.

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Welcome aboard Samara II, where every corner is crafted for your comfort. Dive into relaxation in our serene outdoor area, or find your cozy spot in the stylish indoor lounge. Sun lovers will adore the sun deck, perfect for soaking up the views. Hungry? Our dining area serves up delicious moments with every meal. And for those evening chats, our onboard bar mixes the perfect drink for your stories. Samara II is your cozy, vibrant home at sea.

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• Taka Makassar
• Manta Point
• Sabolo Island
• Bidadari Island
• Rangko Cave
• What’s included
• Live on board the Phinisi boat according to your choice
• Airport/Hotel shuttle – meeting point
• Professional documentation: drone, GoPro, and mirrorless (without editting)
• Meals during the trip
• Mineral water, tea and coffee during the trip
• Snorkeling gears
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• Flight tickets from and to Komodo airport (LBJ)
• Komodo National Park Fee (Entrance Fee, Komodo Ranger, Padar Ranger)
• Drone flight permit tickets in the Komodo National Park area (depending on participant availability)
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• Hiking Sandals
• Flash drive / hardisk
• Personal medicine
• Telkomsel SIM card (for internet access)
• Please confirm in advance for the availability.
• Booking cannot be made without down payment.
• The trip require 50% deposit.
• After registration, the deposit is non-refundable in the event of participant cancellation at any time.
• The rest of payment must be done max 14 days before the trip
• Recipient’s bank : Mandiri Bank
• Swift code : BMRIIDJA
• Account number : 1810000208018
• Branch address : Manggarai Barat
• Name : Indonesia Juara Wisata
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• Komodo Luxury provided documentation, each participant agreed to be recorded and photographed during the trip. Komodo Luxury has the right to use it for the purposes of social media content for promotion of trips.
• By registering the participant agrees to the terms and conditions during the trip.

To join the trip that starts in the morning on the first day, it’s better to arrive one day earlier.

Direct flight references:

• Bali (DPS) – Labuan Bajo (LBJ): AirAsia, Batik Air, Citilink
• Jakarta (CGK) – Labuan Bajo (LBJ): Citilink, Batik Air
• Surabaya (SUB) – Labuan Bajo (LBJ): Lion

For the 3D2N and 4D3N trip packages, participants are able to leave on the final day of the trip, with the flight schedule arranged to suit their needs. However, for the 2D1N package, participants may depart one day after the end of the trip.

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Ayana Komodo Resort, Plataran Komodo Resort, Loccal Collection, Sudamala Resort Komodo Labuan Bajo, Laprima Hotel, Meruorah Komodo, Bintang Flores Hotel, Sylvia Resort Komodo, Seaesta, The Jayakarta Suites Komodo Flores, Mohini Komodo Resort.

• Cancellation
• If there is a cancellation by the participant, then the payment that has been made cannot be refund / moved trip / reschedule, but participants can find a replacement person (change name).
• Cancellation due to Force Majeure (natural disasters, bad weather, riots, disease outbreaks, government regulations, and other coercive conditions), the trip can be changed / canceled and there is no refund to participants for facilities that are not used or imposed any losses / inconvenience to the organizer. (Force Majeure: an event that occurs beyond human ability and cannot be avoided so that an activity cannot be carried out properly).
• Participants who arrive late at the meeting point so that they extend the itinerary from a specified time and inconvenience other participants, the late participant is deemed to resign and there is no refund.
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• Komodo Luxury is not responsible and cannot be prosecuted for changes, cancellations of flight schedules, baggage damage / loss / delay by airlines, hotels or other transportation, damage / loss of personal belongings of participants during the trip and changes / reduction in travel due to Force Majeure.
• Participants are responsible for loss / damage to trip facilities such as life jackets, snorkels, masks, and will be charged according to the price of the item.
• Participants must obey the tour leader during the trip and cannot make unilateral decisions in any form without our consent.
• If there are participants who bring illegal drugs or make riots that make inconvenience to other participants during the trip, we have the right to issue / repatriate the participant without any refunds that have been paid.

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Bali & Flores Room

• Queen Size Bed + Single Bunk Bed
• Ensuite Bathroom
• Air Conditioner

Sulawesi & Rote Room

• Air Conditioned

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• Boat Type: Traditional Phinisi Boat
• Dimension: 23m x 4.5m
• Avg Speed: 5-9 Knots
• Electricity: 5KW Yanmar Generator
• Water: 5000 L
• Mitsubishi D16 6 cylinder
• Navigation: Garmin GPS & VHF Radio
• Indoor Dining Area
• Outdoor Chill Space
• Sea View Cabins
• Private Restroom
• Life Support

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If you want an amazing holiday experience in this archipelago area, chartering a private boat is the way to go! With our service, our local expert will make sure you have the best possible holiday.

Samara II Cruise sails around the area of Komodo Island.

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Our team has over 9 years of experience and part of IndonesiaJuara Trip—winners of the 2023 Travelers’ Choice Award on TripAdvisor

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• Jl. Mgr Vitalis Jebar, Garon Tolo, Kec. Komodo, Kab. Manggarai Barat, Nusa Tenggara Timur
• (+62) 811 3823 875
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• Komodo Island Tour Packages
• Raja Ampat Tour Packages
• Boat Charter
• Boat Construction
• Boat Management
• Boat for Sale

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Destination

• Komodo National Park

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Sailing To Komodo National Park

The last paradise on earth.

• Snorkeling & Diving
• Water Sports

Sailing To The Ancient land of Komodo and Raja Ampat

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Built from  the best Iron Wood and the fines Teak, Samara I is the p erfect yacht to explore the stunning beauty of Komodo. This spacious and modern yacht offers you an unique experience!

Convenience And Comfort

Samara I is a spacious 27m modern phinisi boat that is designed to accommodate 12 guests, which is ideal for a family holiday or a group of friends. It features five comfortable cabins with en suite bathroom each and offers optimum convenience and comfort to all guests aboard.

She offers a beautiful modern bar and lounge area on the front deck as well as multiple cozy sundecks. The Salon is spacious and provides space for 12 guests

On board we have two paddle-boards and snorkeling gear to explore the ocean. Of course There is a bluetooth music system and a deck-shower as well.

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Unforgettable memories.

We built  Samara I with the idea, that our customers can create unforgettable memories on here and explore the stunning beauty of east Indonesia.

Let's Celebrate

We also help you to celebrate your anniversary, birthday or your wedding! Just ask our team, they will be happy to help you with all arrangements. 

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Samara I inspirations

There are two cabins with a double bed and a bunk bed on the lower deck, one cabin on the main deck, and two cabins on the upper deck. With multi-level design, Samara I provides comfortable deck space as well as a shaded front deck which is a great lounge spot while sailing.

We built this boat specially for sailing at Komodo. It is designed as a modern agile wooden Yacht with a powerful engine to master the currents in the Park. 

Accommodations

• Guest capacity: 12 person
• 3 cabins with double beds 2 cabins with double and single beds
• En suite (private) bathrooms
• Air-conditioned bedrooms
• Bar and sofa lounge areas
• Snorkeling gear
• Paddle boards

Specifications

• Overall Length: 27 m
• Width: 5.5 m
• Main engine: Mitsubishi D16 6 cilinder
• Cruising speed: 5 to 9 knots
• Dinghy: 6.2 m with Yamaha 40 HP
• Power supply: Generator 30 KW + 11KW
• Equipment: GPS Garmin MAP 585 - Compass - VHF Radio
• Safety: Life raft 15 person - life jackets - life buoy - fire extinguishers
• Total crew: 6 people
• Water supply: 5000L and Watermaker 280L/hour

Rates Include

• Airport/ Hotel to Harbour pick-up
• Harbour to Airport/ Hotel drop-off
• Bath towels

Not Included

• Airplane tickets
• Komodo National Park entrance fee
• Accommodation in Labuan Bajo

Rooms Komodo and Rinca

• Queen size bed
• Single bunk bed
• Air-conditioning
• En suite bathroom
• Sofa Lounge Area

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Samara - Komodo

Create new memories, tell us what your dream holiday looks like, occupancy samara i:, please note:.

When arranging your transportation to Labuan Bajo, such as flights and hotels, please take into consideration the below time restrictions for joining and departing from your group. With these times, we have taken into account travel time to/from the airport in Komodo and the required time for check-in or baggage collection.

Your flight must arrive by or before

10:00 on the Arrival Day

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MISCHIEF YACHT

Mischief is a truly luxury wooden yacht build in the traditional Phinisi-Style.