Travel down the Potomac River in your own two-person catamaran and see Maryland and Virginia's amazing wildlife and historic sites.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- Covid-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 2 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English
Experience
Highlights
- Enjoy unique photo ops of the historic sites of Maryland and Virgina
- Learn from expert guides about what makes the Potomac River so unique
- Take in panoramic views of the Potomac River
- Be the captain of your own catamaran
Full description
Admire Maryland and Virginia’s historic sites from a unique perspective on a two-person catamaran boat, also known as a Craigcat, journeying down the Potomac River. You will be guided down the Potomac River by a guide in their own boat and will guide you by radio. Your journey will see you navigating down the river at speeds of up to 25-miles per hour.
Meet at the boat pier at National Harbor, be fitted with a life jacket, and complete a 20-minute training session to receive your 10-day boat license waiver before taking the journey down the river.
Travel down the Potomac River and stop at different points-of-interest including, National Harbor, Jones Point Lighthouse, Mount Vernon, Fort Washington, and Little Hunting Creek. The Potomac River is home to a mixture of wildlife, so along the way, you might see Bald Eagles, Osprey, and different types of fish.
Includes
- Your own 2-person catamaran boat
- 20-minute compulsory safety training
- 1-hour and 40-minute boat tour
- Radio to hear the guide on their own boat
- Professional expert tour guide
- Life jackets
- Small dry box for personal items
- Gratuities, based on the level of service.
Not suitable for
- Children under 5 years
- Pregnant women
- People with back problems
- People over 250 lbs (113 kg)
Covid-19 precautions
Customers must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed
Safety measures in place
- All required protective equipment is provided
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers will get a mandatory temperature check
Select participants and date
Participants
Date
Prepare for the activity
Meeting point
When you arrive at National Harbor, look for the Capital Wheel as a landmark and head to the pier between the Capital Wheel and the carousel. The boats are docked at the pier - look for "Monumental Boat Tours".
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What to bring
- Driver's license
- Comfortable clothes
- Rain gear
Not allowed
- Pets
- Alcohol and drugs
Know before you go
- No boating experience is necessary, but the driver must be at least 18 years of age and have a valid driver’s license
- Drivers must have a good understanding of English in order to receive the compulsory training
- For safety of all involved all participants must sign a waiver
- Tour is weather dependent. If weather conditions are unsafe, the staff from the local operator will contact you to re-book or provide a full refund
- You will likely get wet from waves and other boats. The weather may also change while on tour, so please dress accordingly
- There is not a restroom break during the tour. Please use the restroom before you arrive. Public restrooms are available very close to the dock
- There are plenty of paid parking lots at National Harbor
- Face masks are required on the docks but may be removed during tours
- Non-alcoholic drinks and snacks are welcome
