Frequently Asked Questions

On our sailboat tours, the crew does a light narration of some of the homes on the Bay and the people who lived in them, but this is a relaxing, leisurely sail on Narragansett Bay. We do not have a fully narrated tour aboard our sailboats so that we can focus on the sailboat ride. However, if you would like a fully narrated tour, we recommend cruising aboard the Rum Runner II, which offers a closer view of the coastline, as well as full narration during the day trips.

It depends on the age of the child, but every child needs a ticket. You will have the option to select a children’s ticket based on the age of the child when you are making your booking. If there is not a child option, you may be booking for a trip that does not allow children. Children are not allowed on the sunset sails and sunset cruises. 

Food is not served on any of our boats.

No, it is illegal for you to bring alcohol of your own on any of our boats. We have a reasonably-priced bar on board our sailboats with soda, wines, beer, high noon, and cocktails priced from $2 to $7 per beverage. Selections do vary from boat to boat. On Rum Runner II, we do not do any transactions once you are onboard. We ask that if you would like to enjoy a beverage on your trip, that you please purchase this prior to boarding the boat. You can do this either when you book the trip through our website or when you check in at our booth prior to boarding.

Feel free to bring along your own snacks or nonalcoholic beverage, as long as they are handheld. We do not allow coolers or large food items on board.

Absolutely. All boats are USCG-certified vessels. Along with your captain, there will be a minimum of two crew members on Adirondack and Madeleine and one crew member on Rum Runner II, and Eleanor to make sure you feel comfortable and at home on the water. We are stocked with water, other beverages, blankets, and life jackets should you feel you need one. There is also a private marine head (bathroom) below.

It is very rare for our guests to become seasick. While most people do not experience any sea sickness, you may want to consider light medication if you normally take it for motion sickness. We cannot officially advise you to take any medication, however.

Yes, all boats are equipped with a bathroom that is accessible at all times. We call them “marine heads”, and they are unlike the bathroom you use at home. Operation of the marine toilets involves pumping, and there are simple directions on how to use it posted in the bathroom.

Our sunset sails and sunset cruises are for adults only, so no child or infant tickets are sold on those departures. 

The Adirondack Schooners are located in Newport RI, New York NY, and Boston MA! Newport Classic Cruises operates one and Classic Harbor Line (sister company) operates out of New York NY, and Boston MA.

Each trip will end at the same wharf from which it departed.

Because we are guaranteeing your space on the sail, tickets are only refundable up to 48 hours prior to your trip’s departure time. You may reschedule your tickets (subject to availability) provided that you do so at least 24 hours before your departure time. If you need to cancel or reschedule tickets that you already purchased, please contact us at 401-847-0000. If you book through a third-party reservation system, we cannot guarantee any rescheduling or refunding.

Our sails usually run in light rain and other moderate weather situations. The only time we cancel a trip is in the event of severe or unsafe weather conditions. Our captains monitor the radar to watch fronts and cells in the area on days when inclement weather is possible. Cancellations are made as soon as we can, by the Captain, but it could be up until the time of departure. If you have purchased tickets for a sail that is cancelled, you will have the opportunity to reschedule your tickets (subject to availability), receive credit towards a future event, or receive a refund.

Trips with a little wetness have proven to be some of the most memorable bonding experiences for our guests (this all depends on attitude, of course…). If we are caught in a rain shower, we have ponchos available for all of our guests.

No, but we regularly accommodate people who can get out of the wheelchair and be helped aboard. There are several steps up and several steps down to board the boat, and the bathroom may be down a ladder. A wheelchair cannot wheel directly onto the docks or vessel. In order to get from the dock onto the boat and comfortably into your seat, our staff will need to assist you. Please call for more information: 401-847-0000.

For groups of 10 or more whether booked together or separately, we add 15% gratuity for our captain & crew.

Yes, private sails are a unique experience. If you are interested in booking a private sail, please contact us at 401-847-0000 Opt. 3, or email [email protected].

Yes, gift certificates are available and they make a perfect gift for holidays, birthdays, or any other occasion!

Yes, you can! When you purchase your gift certificate online, you will be presented immediately with your gift certificate so that you can print it out and deliver it. If you buy it over the phone, a link to your gift certificate will be emailed to you as soon as your purchase is completed. Or you can have the certificate emailed directly to the recipient and provide their email address.

There are no refunds for missed boats. If you are not at the booth for check-in at least 10 minutes prior to departure, we reserve the right to resell your ticket on sold out sails. We cannot hold the boat for people running late as we have a tight schedule. Parking in Newport is difficult in the summer. Please allow yourself at least 60 minutes to find parking and get to our dock.

For the safety and comfort of all guests, swimming is not permitted from our yachts during any public or private cruise. We invite you to relax onboard and enjoy the beautiful views of Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay from the deck.