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Chesapeake Bay Sunset Cruise 2.5 hr

TourTruth score 6.6 out of 10

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12 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • Washington DC
  • 2 hrs 30 min
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Sail past the Cliffs of Calvert aboard a 42-foot yacht and watch the sunset over Chesapeake Bay’s twin beaches.

About this tour

As the sun sinks over Chesapeake Bay, the water and twin beaches on the Western Shore take on the warm colors of evening. This 2.5-hour Chesapeake Bay sunset cruise offers a relaxed way to close out a summer day and capture the changing light from the water.

Board the 42-foot sailing yacht Eternal Hope and cruise past the Cliffs of Calvert. Keep watch for wildlife, including ospreys and dolphins, while enjoying onboard snacks and water. The route and sunset views make this Chesapeake Bay sunset cruise a memorable outing for photographers and anyone drawn to the quiet beauty of the coast.

Seasonal schedules vary with sunset time. Cruises from September 9 through 21 have a shorter duration, while departures from September 23 through October 30 sail at 3 pm and may also be shorter. A minimum of 4 passengers is required, so call 24 hours before departure to confirm the cruise is operating. Settle aboard and enjoy an evening on the bay.

Highlights

  • Watch the sunset over Chesapeake Bay’s twin beaches
  • Sail aboard the 42-foot Eternal Hope yacht
  • Pass the Cliffs of Calvert
  • Look for ospreys and dolphins from the boat
  • Capture sunset views along the Western Shore

What's included

Included

  • 2.5-hour sunset cruise aboard the Eternal Hope, a 42-foot sailing yacht
  • Snacks and water onboard
  • Potential opportunity to see wildlife such as ospreys and dolphins

Not included

  • Dinner
  • Alcoholic beverages

Ratings on each provider

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Important information

  • Call 24 hours before departure to confirm the minimum of 4 passengers has been met
  • Infants must sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnant travelers, or travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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  • Smoking is not allowed
  • Wear soft-bottom shoes; black-bottom shoes are not allowed
  • Departure point: Rod N Reel Resort, Dock X, Slip 15
  • Cruises from September 9 through 21 have a shorter duration due to sunset timing
  • Cruises from September 23 through October 30 depart at 3 pm and may be shorter due to sunset timing

Frequently asked questions

How long is the cruise?

The cruise is scheduled for 150 minutes, though some seasonal departures may be shorter because of sunset timing.

Where does the cruise depart?

Meet at Rod N Reel Resort, Dock X, Slip 15.

Is there a minimum passenger requirement?

Yes. At least 4 passengers are required. Call 24 hours before your cruise to confirm the minimum has been met.

What should I wear?

Wear soft-bottom shoes. Black-bottom shoes are not allowed.

Are there any health or age considerations?

Infants must sit on an adult’s lap. The cruise is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnancy, or poor cardiovascular health; moderate physical fitness is advised.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.42 from 12 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

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  • Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 6.6.

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