Now Booking Fall Charters!
M/V Patrick T Kennedy -- Up to 49 Passengers -- Weekday Student Charter Specials | S/V Echo -- Up to 6 PassengersDon’t miss out on the fantastic weather this upcoming weekend! 9/22 – 9/24: Sunny and mid-70s!
ITHACA BOAT TOURS
Ithaca Boat Tours offers a wide variety of narrated boat tours and relaxing cruises that depart from Ithaca, New York. Enjoy the sunset, learn about the history of the area, or enjoy a glass wine with friends or family during any number of special event cruises we offer.
Ithaca Boat Tours has been offering the most informative and historically accurate premiere narrated tours since 2002.
Our fleet features the Sailing Vessel Echo and the Motor Vessel Patrick T. Kennedy. The M/V Patrick T. Kennedy can host groups of up to 49 passengers, while the S/V Echo offers luxury sailing charters for intimate groups of up to 6.
TOURS | PRIVATE CHARTERS | CRUISE EVENTS

Motor Vessel Patrick T. Kennedy
This 52′ vessel was built in 1989, fresh off the deck of USS Carrier Dwight D. Eisenhower, Ithaca Boat Tours has successfully acquired this nautical masterpiece. Nothing short of a perfect “base-vessel-palette” to begin customizing into our very own– a classic Finger Lakes passenger Launch.
The vessel now offers a spacious onboard restroom facility.
Originally commissioned in 1989 as the Carrier Dwight D. Eisenhower Utility Boat, it boasts a passenger capacity of 146 originally. We have worked with the USCG and naval architects to dial in an optimal capacity of 49 passengers, thusly providing ample immediate seating or standing room for all passengers on board.
STABLE LARGE FLOOR SPACE | UP TO 49 PASSENGERS | USCG CAPTAIN PROVIDED
Student Charter Specials Through Mid-October
Save $200 on 2hr Weekday Fall Charter (Monday – Thursday) Scheduled to Depart after 5pm | Additional Discounts Available for Groups of < 24 Passengers
M/V PATRICK T KENNEDY PRIVATE CHARTERS
Departing From 708 West Buffalo St, Ithaca NY
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Now accepting bookings for groups of up to 49 passengers, your charter will be tailored to your charter party’s needs. For inquiries and availability, call 607-330-7900, text 607-697-0166,
Email Your Charter Request: Please Include the Charter Date, Number of Passengers, Desired Time, and Duration of Charter.
M/V PATRICK T KENNEDY CHARTER RATES (2023)
First Hour $495
Each Additional Hour $395
Please call 607-330-7900 for additional information, pro rata rates available (i.e. 1.5hr)
Discounts available:
Small Groups < 24
Weekday (Monday – Thursday) Fall Charters scheduled between 5-8pm (Save up to 200.00 on a 2Hr Charter through October 15)
VESSEL AMENITIES
TOUGH AND RUGGED VESSEL
LARGE OPEN FLOOR PLAN — FORWARD AND AFT DECK
SHIPWIDE PASSENGER ACCESSIBLE BT DJ 1000 WATT SPEAKER SYSTEM
SPACIOUS RESTROOM FACILITIES

2Hr Eco-Adventure Tour
Departing From 708 West Buffalo St, Ithaca NY
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Enjoy the unobstructed 360 degree view only available on the M/V Patrick T Kennedy as we discover architectural wonders nestled under lush forest, dramatic rock outcroppings and historic landmarks. Our narrator regales passengers with local history and lore of the area, as we describe how glaciers sculpted the landscape, and later how the Erie Canal would influence local life.
The Patrick T Kennedy now offers passengers a spacious onboard restroom facility.
TICKET PRICES
PRICES NOW VARY BY DATE AND TIME OF BOOKING
Adult Tickets Starting at $25
CHECK OUR CALENDAR FOR VARIABLE PRICING
Groups of 7 or Greater May Qualify for Additional Discounts, Please Call 607-330-7900
CALENDAR OF DAYTIME TOURS


Sailing Vessel Echo
The S/V Echo is a well appointed Morgan 38 that has the soul of a traditional sailing yacht yet offers the finest contemporary amenities. Stable with ample deck space ensures easy mobility around the vessel while underway. Each outing is personalized to the wishes of the charter party. Let us help design a memorable experience.
LUXURY CHARTERS | UP TO SIX PASSENGERS | USCG CAPTAIN PROVIDED
S/V ECHO PRIVATE CHARTER RATES
Departing From 708 West Buffalo St, Ithaca NY
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Each charter includes both a Captain and Mate for the finest customer experience, your private charter will include table and wine service for any items that you bring along. The full galley enables us to send you home with everything washed and cleaned.
S/V ECHO CHARTER RATES
1/4 DAY RATES (3HR):
(Groups of 1 – 3) Starting @ $375
(Groups of 4 – 6) Starting @ $475
Passengers welcome to bring along food and beverages
2HR SCENIC CRUISE:
(Groups of 1 – 4) $195
Each Additional Passenger +$45
This Special Pricing Excludes Food Cleaning Fee. Please add 125.00 if your are planning to bring along Any food Items.
VESSEL AMENITIES
REFRIGERATOR (UP TO 6 CUBIC FEET)
GALLEY W/HOT WATER AND CLEANING SUPPLIES + DEEP DOUBLE STAINLESS SINKS
FULL PRIVATE RESTROOM
INTERIOR CABIN SPACE W/6 PAX SEATING
EXTERIOR COCKPIT TABLE W/IMMEDIATE SEATING FOR 4-5 PAX COMFORTABLY
GALLEY OVEN AND 2 BURNER STOVE AVAILABLE W/ADD-ON OF MATE
FULL NAUTICAL CUTLERY SETS AVAILABLE W/ADD-ON OF MATE
WINE SERVICE W/ADD-ON OF MATE
FULL CHEF SERVICE ADD-ON AVAILABLE (PLEASE CALL)
BOOKING
Please call us at 607-330-7900 for Echo Charters, Allow us to help create the perfect personalized itinerary. You may also text message 607-697-0166 your inquiry for a faster response.
