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Real reviews from guests who experienced Newport from the water.

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Sightsailing4.9
Based on 329 reviews
Nice time with my husband. Not our first time. Seating can get tight- and would love music to get the guests energized. But a beautiful night for a sail, nice winds to keep it entertaining. Fun time.
This morning mimosa sail was perfect for our family! The boat looked great and was very clean. The captain and crew were friendly and shared cool facts about the area. It was a perfectly relaxing and fun experience.
Great customer service from the minute I booked the sail. Jeff the captain was amazing with his customer service and knowledge of every detail and history of the ocean and land. Knew so much and communicated so well with us knowing that I am not a swimmer. To help with my anxiety even the slightest thing like I am moving the sail from this side to this side because of the wave. This helps someone that to be calm. It was wonderful and a smooth sailing!
Great time, captain matt is the best!!! Our family went out on the 4 pm sail and had a wonderful time it was spacious and just perfect
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We had such a great experience with Sightsailing! The staff on board did an amazing job and shared interesting information throughout the trip. The evening weather was perfect, not too hot, and the whole atmosphere was beautiful, relaxing, and peaceful. The boat was also very clean. We really enjoyed it!
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The Sail was very good, had a lot of wind, unfortunately no sun, but the crew made up for it and had a great time!
Absolutely loved our morning sail this week on the Aquidneck with Matt, Jenny and Katie
We had a wonderful time! The staff and crew were amazing and accommodating. Really great time!
Great time sailing on Narragansett Bay with the amazing crew of the Aquidneck Schooner. This is a must for anyone visiting Newport.
Excellent experience. We lucked out with a perfect day. The crew was great.
We had an amazing day on the water for our employee appreciate day. The staff was excellent, the boat is very comfortable for large groups. Sailing in Newport harbor and bay was just spectacular.
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We enjoyed a beautiful Morning Mimosa cruise on the schooner Aquidneck. Reservations, check-in, boarding, etc were all smooth. "Sightsailing" through the bay gave a great alternative view of Newport.
Une expérience magnifique!
We did the Champagne Sunset Sail on a Saturday night and it was such a great time. It was a full boat and there was plenty of room for everyone. The views were great and there was a perfect amount of commentary. All of the crew were fantastic. I'd highly recommend.
Went on the champagne sunset cruise - beautiful weather, the crew was fantastic and informative. Second time I have booked this company and would definitely go back.
This was my 3rd time sailing with you. Each experience has been great! I wish I could give 10 stars. 5 just doesn't do it justice. The crew was informative and worked hard on trimming the sails and handling of the boat. Just can't say enough without repeating myself. Thank you for everything.
Our group had an awesome time sailing with Eric and MK! They were both personable and knowledgeable obviously about sailing but also about Newport and the landmarks we sailed by. This was a spontaneous decision for our group and it ended up being a highlight.
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Even though the winds did not cooperate (we made our own wind majority of the time), Captain Matt and crew were great guides and hosts. It was great to hear about the history and chat about their experiences in Newport. Highly recommended!
Beautiful afternoon on the water. The captain and his two mates were awesome!
Nice tour, good service and worth to do it.
We always look from shore to sea. It’s worth to watch from sea to shore.
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We immensely enjoyed this sailing excursion! BJ let us learn about sailing firsthand by giving us the opportunity to steer the boat and help work the sails, which made the experience even more memorable. The views were unbeatable, and the relaxing pace of the sail was exactly what we needed. We highly recommend this excursion!
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If you are in Newport highly recommend doing the Sightsailing excursion....very informative staff, beautiful sailboat, really enjoyed it!
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Took a private tour with Jeff. Cool guy. Had a great time!
My husband and i celebrated our 10th wedding anniversary aboard the Sightsailer, and it couldn't have been a more perfect experience. The weather was absolutely gorgeous, making for a beautiful day on the water.

The tour was both interesting and informative, and we learned so much about the area while enjoying the incredible scenery. The crew was friendly, welcoming, and professional, making everyone feel comfortable and well taken care of throughout the trip.

If you're looking for a relaxing and memorable way to experience Newport, I highly recommend Sightsailing. It was the perfect way to celebrate a special occasion, and we'll definitely be back!
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Our party had a wonderful time aboard the Ladybird for our 2 hour tour. Captain Matt and Captain Kelly were knowledgeable, attentive, safety-focused, personable, and fun. They made efforts to adjust the tour to our interests. The experience was great value for the cost. I will be recommending their services to anyone visiting Newport, RI.