Private and group boat cruises on Lake Ontario from Sackets Harbor, New York
Sackets Harbor & Henderson Harbor Cruises offers family-friendly boat rides, historical tours, sunset cruises, island cruising, and private excursions on Lake Ontario. Cruises operate from Barracks Marina in Sackets Harbor and are available seven days a week from May through September.
Contact Information
Departure location:
Barracks Marina
Near 125 Pike Road
Sackets Harbor, NY 13685
Text Captain Mark: 570-716-1316
Email: SacHenCruises@gmail.com
Instagram: @SacHenCruises
Text messaging is the preferred method for requesting information, checking availability, or reserving a cruise.
Can-Am International Festival Cruises
Sackets Harbor & Henderson Harbor Cruises expects to offer additional cruise availability during the Can-Am International Festival in Sackets Harbor, July 17–19, 2026.
Festival weekend cruise options include:
One-hour group cruise: $49 per person
Two-hour private cruise: $299 for the entire boat
Private cruises accommodate between one and six passengers and are reserved exclusively for your family, friends, or invited group. No unrelated passengers are placed aboard a private cruise.
Guests may bring their own beer, wine, food, and nonalcoholic beverages. Text Captain Mark at 570-716-1316 to check available departure times and make a reservation.
Regular Group Cruise Schedule
8:00 a.m. — One-hour Sackets Harbor cruise — $49 per person
12:00 p.m. — One-hour Sackets Harbor cruise — $49 per person
A minimum of $98 in total bookings is required for the boat to sail.
Prices are charged per passenger, including infants. Cruise schedules, routes, departure times, and availability are subject to change because of weather, lake conditions, maintenance, or other operational considerations.
Private Cruises
A two-hour private cruise costs $299 for the entire boat, accommodating one to six passengers.
Private cruises may include harbor sightseeing, Lake Ontario scenery, historic locations, island cruising, sunset views, or a customized route based on conditions and available time.
Only members of your private party will be aboard with the captain.
Reservations and Payment
Reservations should normally be made at least three hours before the desired departure time. Earlier reservations are recommended during festivals, weekends, and periods of high demand.
Guests should arrive at Barracks Marina approximately 15 minutes before departure for boarding and a safety briefing.
Payment is made at the boat. Accepted payment methods include:
Cash, personal check, Venmo, or PayPal.
Seasonal Availability
Cruises are generally available seven days a week from May through September. Exact operating dates depend on weather, lake conditions, demand, and captain availability.
To reserve seats or request a private cruise, send a text message to 570-716-1316 or email SacHenCruises@gmail.com.
Business Summary
Sackets Harbor & Henderson Harbor Cruises provides seasonal recreational boat tours serving visitors and residents of Sackets Harbor, Henderson Harbor, Jefferson County, and the eastern Lake Ontario region. Services include group harbor cruises, private boat charters, historical sightseeing, sunset cruises, island excursions, and family-oriented boating experiences.
