Weekend 23' Carolina Skiff Charter
VA Certified Ecotour, Dolphin Tours, Lighthouse Tours, (no fishing charters)
Service Description
No two trips are exactly alike on the Chesapeake Bay. Some days we may find dolphins feeding along a shoreline. Other days we may spend time exploring marshes alive with birds, cruising toward New Point Comfort Lighthouse, visiting remote sandy beaches, or watching watermen work the same waters that have supported coastal communities for generations. What makes these trips unique is not simply where we go, but how everything is connected. Wildlife, fisheries, navigation, shoreline change, local history, working waterfronts, storms, oysters, blue crabs, water quality, and the people who make their living from the Bay all help tell the story of this place. Along the way you'll gain a deeper understanding of the Chesapeake Bay while enjoying a private experience tailored to your group's interests. Some guests enjoy searching for wildlife and dolphins. Others are fascinated by lighthouses, local history, fisheries, coastal resilience, or the environmental challenges facing the Bay today. Many enjoy a little bit of everything. Depending on conditions and your interests, trips may include dolphin viewing, lighthouse tours, wildlife observation, beach exploration, scenic cruising, photography opportunities, visits to working waterfronts, and discussions about the forces that continue to shape Virginia's coastal communities. These are private charters limited to six guests, allowing plenty of flexibility to follow what is interesting, spend more time in a particular area, ask questions, and enjoy the experience at your own pace. Tours are led by a U.S. Coast Guard Licensed Captain, Virginia Certified Ecotour Guide, Chesapeake Bay Landscape Professional – Shoreline, former Coastal Resilience Planner, and maritime first responder with over a decade of experience working on and around Virginia's coastal waterways. Whether you're visiting the area for the first time or have spent your life around the Bay, you'll leave with a deeper appreciation for the landscapes, wildlife, heritage, and communities that continue to shape life on the water today. Life on the water. Shared.
Cancellation Policy
Booking & Rental Policies Required Agreements: All renters must execute a rental agreement prior to departure. All charter guests and participants must execute a participant agreement, waiver, release, and assumption of risk prior to departure. Valid ID & Payment Verification: A valid government-issued photo ID is required and must match the name on the payment method used to book. Deposit: A $100 deposit is required to secure your booking and will be held during the rental. The deposit will be returned after the rental period provided the vessel is returned clean and without damage. Any damage may be billed to the renter, and the renter is responsible for all damage to the vessel or equipment during the rental period. No-Show Policy: If you do not arrive within 30 minutes of your scheduled start time, the reservation will be considered a no-show and the $100 deposit will be forfeited. Dock Conditions: Customer is responsible for ensuring the dock has adequate water depth and is protected from wave energy for safe access. If upon arrival the dock is deemed unsafe or inaccessible, we reserve the right to cancel the delivery and retain the $100 deposit. Weather & Conditions: Trips may be rescheduled or canceled at our discretion due to unsafe weather or water conditions. Dockside Delivery Approval: All dock locations are subject to approval based on water depth, access, and exposure. Fuel Use: Rental includes a full tank of fuel. Running out of fuel and requiring on-water assistance or towing is not covered and may result in substantial costs to the renter. Operator Responsibility: The renter is responsible for the safe operation of the vessel and for the conduct of all passengers. The renter assumes responsibility for any injuries, damages, or losses that occur during the rental period to the fullest extent permitted by law.
Contact Details
Backwaterexpeditionsllc@gmail.com