Sail the Barnegat Bay

Welcome aboard! We set sail daily on the Barnegat Bay. If you're looking for a half day cruise, full day cruise, sunset cruise or something completely different, Southwind Charter has you covered. Enjoy a day on the water, anchored at Tices Shoal or watching the sunset on our historic waterway. Our boat is safety-checked daily, we limit the number of passengers, and all captains' licences and certifications are kept current.


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Half Day or Full Day Cruise

A fun ½ day on the water. Enjoy an enjoyable sail on the water or anchor for a quick swim. Get out on the water early and be home for a night on the boards with the family.

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Tices Shoal Cruise

Bring the whole family for an 8 hour adventure on the water! Leave the dock at 9am and sail across Barnegat Bay to Tices Shoal. Once anchored, lounge in the sun on our spacious deck, swim in the warm water of Barnegat Bay, or wade over to Long Beach Island and take a short walk to the ocean beach! 

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Sunset Cruise

A three hour relaxing evening cruise. Leave the dock at 530 pm, put your feet up and enjoy a leisurely sail while enjoying a gorgeous summer sunset.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • How many people can I bring?

    Currently, 6 passengers is maximum allowed to cruise with us.

  • What should we bring with us?

    We'll supply coolers and ice, you bring whatever food and drinks you would like to enjoy while we're on the water. We've found that sunscreen, towels and a hat or visor can make for a more comfortable cruise. One thing we urge everyone to bring regardless of age, experience on the water, etc. is plenty of water!

  • How long will we be gone?

    Our cruises vary in length and times are approximate:

    Tices Shoal Cruise: 10am-4pm (click here)

    Half Day Cruise: 9am-1pm (click here)

    Full Day Cruise: 9am-5pm (click here)

    Sunset Cruise: 5:30pm-8:30pm (click here)

    (custom charters also available - call us at $XXX to design your perfect day on the water!)

  • Do kids have to wear lifejackets?

    All children 12 years of age and younger must wear a lifejacket while the boat is underway. The wearing of lifejackets is optional when the boat is at anchor. We provide all lifejackets to whoever needs them aboard, young or old. 

  • Is alcohol allowed?

    Beer, wine, hard seltzers and similar drinks are allowed. We want you and your guests to enjoy your time on the water. We would ask you to refrain from bringing handles of hard liquor aboard. 


    Under federal maritime law, it is illegal to possess and use marijuana on a boat.

Get to know the boat

  • 37-foot Gemini Freestyle
  • Catamaran-style sailboat with optional power
  • Rated for 6 passengers currently
  • Captains licensed through U.S. Department of Transportation
  • Safety checks performed daily and before/after each cruise
  • Stand up restroom
  • Docked in Forked River - close to the open water, Tices Shoal and much more!
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What happens if the weather is bad the day of our cruise?

The biggest question we receive is concerning sailing during bad weather. 


The first duty we have is to the safety of our passengers.  The Captain reserves the full right to reschedule the date of the trip and will not proceed into conditions that he deems uncomfortable or dangerous. The captain reserves the right to terminate the charter early if inclimate weather is approaching. 


If you personally don’t like the weather for your trip window and you wish to reschedule, we can work with you. 


We are trying to create a memorable experience for you and your party, and sailing in dangerous weather is not the type of memory we want you to experience.

Call or Visit Us


We're located at:

Southwinds Marina

362 E. Lacey Road

Forked River, NJ 08731


Call Southwind Charter now:

732-606-4517


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New to cruising the bay?

Here's what to expect from your day on the water!


  • Bring your friends and family, come on aboard and prepare for a sun-soaked adventure on the Barnegat Bay


  • We'll provide the boat (obviously), the captains, plenty of room for you to relax, a large cooler for you to fill (we supply the ice too!), and we have a high quality Bluetooth speaker so your favorite music will be with you as we sail


  • You choose the type of cruise you'd like to take: half day or full day to Tices Shoal, a sunset cruise or a 3 hour cruise along the bay - it's your cruise so have it your way!


  • All the safety equipment you need is already on the boat. Come enjoy a day on the water and let your problems melt away!
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