We provide an ice filled cooler, cups and bottled water. For food and alcohol, feel free to bring your own or you can order from The Boatyard Restaurant, Phone: 609-494-1371

Yes, there is a type 1 PFD for every passenger, along with all the coast guard requirements for the vessel including a first aid kit.

The US Coast Guard regulations for our tiki boats is 6 people plus crew…. this includes children (no exceptions).

Drop off and pick up is dockside at The Causeway Marina, 2304 East Bay Ave, Manahawkin, New Jersey 08050

Yes, however the minimum age to ride the tiki boat is 13 years and over.

We are only accepting private charters at this time and not selling individual seats. When booking online, whether its one, two, or six passengers, the entire boat must be reserved at this time.

The tiki boat has a cruising speed at around 4 to 6 mph.

All our Captains have been vetted and trained through the U.S Coast Guard requirements. All captains have been chosen based on their experience with boating and knowledge of the area.

Cancellations made within at least 48 hours notice will be offered a full refund. We reserve the right to cancel any tour at any time due to weather, safety, mechanical or behavioral issues. If your tour is cancelled, you will be given a full refund or a rain check to re-book at another time (this excludes behavioral, along with alcohol related cancellations – these circumstances will never be rescheduled or refunded). For weather related issues, we may “wait out” a brief shower, reschedule for another day during your stay, or refund if unable to reschedule. “No Shows” will NEVER be refunded or rescheduled.

We do operate in the rain as the tiki boats have a roof. However, the captain can decide at anytime to cancel due to conditions (typically high winds or thunder storms). We operate under USCG’s rules. The USCG does not advise going out if wind speeds exceed 20 knots.

Our Captains do work for tips, so gratuity is greatly appreciated. We do suggest a 20% gratuity (on the regular price if using a discount) for our captains. They are very experienced, knowledgeable, and work hard to ensure your safety and to provide an amazing tiki experience for our guests!

All day cruises are 2 hours in length, while our Sunset Cruise is 1.5 hours long. Additional time may be added based on Tiki availability, so please call to customize a cruise past our slotted times.

Besides relaxing with a cold drink we can pretty much book anything you can imagine. From sightseeing, to birthday parties, private luau’s, corporate meetings, retirement parties, bachelorette and bachelor parties, proposals, weddings, private parties or events, or everyone’s favorite…a day at the sandbar. You name it and we will try to make it work. Give us a call for special requests.

Yes, we do have bluetooth-capable Kicker sound system that can sync to your phone and play your choice of music.

Our tikis are NOT equipped with restrooms. We strongly encourage you to use the restroom before leaving the dock. So please do NOT drink more than you are able to “hold” while on your tour.

Dogs are allowed.

We encourage you arrive 15 minutes early. The tours are BYOB whether you bring your beverages from home or pick them up at the restaurant. If you are looking for food please arrive 30 minutes early as this is a great time to put in a food order at The Boatyard. You may bring your own wine, beer, soda, mixers, water or beverage of choice and snacks. Sunscreen and sunglasses are recommended. A light jacket, long sleeve shirt or cover up also might come in handy. We provide a cooler with ice but feel free to bring your own if desired.

There is ample safe and convenient parking available dockside at The Boatyard Restaurant & Causeway Marina. Uber and Lift rides are available locally and highly encouraged. Or ask your Captain for a local taxi company.