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16th, 30th, 50th, etc. Birthdays

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($14.00 for each additional person over 65) (MoonDance Cat Only)

Friday - Saturday

($16.00 for each additional person over 65) (MoonDance Cat Only)

Departure Times

• 10 AM • 12:30 PM • 3 PM • 6 PM • 8:15 PM • 10:30 PM

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  • Domestic Cheese Platter
  • Seasonal Fruit Tray
  • Shrimp Platter
  • Subs and Wraps
  • Mini Sandwich Platters
  • Hot Roast Beef
  • Fried Chicken
  • Tropical Trays, Salads & More!

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Individual Sails

- 1 hour 45 minutes -, individuals $26.00 per person.

Children 1/2 Price (17 and under) (2 Per Adult)

65+ Seniors $3.00 Off

Veterans $3.00 off • active duty 1/2 price, departure times every day, 10 am • 12 noon • 2 pm • 4 pm • 6 pm • 8pm, certain restrictions apply • reservations required • call today for availability.

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  • Tropical Drinks

Dinner & Sail

$149 per couple.

Includes ride and a $100 Voucher for dinner at Templeton Landing Restaurant before or after sail

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(Add a bottle of wine for $24.00)

Summer of 2024 marks the start of our 43rd season

May 1st - October 15th

We look forward to having you aboard!

It’s always a marvelous night aboard the moondanceCat , but don’t forget to soak up the sun along our daily sails. The moondanceCat is 56’ long and 31’ wide, built by SeaIsland Boatworks in Charleston, South Carolina, a Kurt Hughes design modeled after the original moondance. Setting sail into a new horizon of accommodation, moondanceCat cruises with up to 75 passengers. The mysticCat is a 48’ long and 29.5’ wide, built by Matthew Reynolds in Sarasota, Florida. Equipped with ample tanning space, sound system and wetbar, entertainment has never been easier. Whether indulging in dinner and drinks in our enclosed area for seating and tables, or breathing easy on deck, moondanceCat and mysticCat put wind in the sails of relaxation. All on beautiful Lake Erie.

  • We are located at the Erie Basin Marina
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  • 329 Erie Street, Buffalo, New York 14202
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May 1 through October 17, it's always a marvelous time aboard the moondanceCat. Cruises depart from the Erie Basin Marina. Contact by phone or website for details and to make your reservation on this beautiful catamaran. An evening you'll be sure to remember!

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Spirit of Buffalo

The Flagship of Buffalo

“belfast girls” was partially filmed on the spirit of buffalo.

We are proud to have been a part of the filming of the “Belfest Girls”.  Our City’s Flag ship was used to create the trailer for the play.  Please check out this amazing video and we hope to see you at the Irish Classical !

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Evening Sail

The sunsets and night skies of Lake Erie are nothing short of spectacular and there is no better way to enjoy them than aboard the majestic Spirit of Buffalo.

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Wine in the Wind

Enjoy a sail while sampling wines from the Niagara region as well as from around the world. This relaxing wine tasting sail includes a cheese and cracker buffet.

Craft Brew Sail

Sample some of Buffalo’s best craft brews while taking in a scenic cruise aboard the Spirit of Buffalo.

  • Hour Glass 1.5 Hours

Aboard the majestic Spirit of Buffalo tall ship enjoy a summer afternoon with sunshine and warm breezes.  Just sit back, relax and take in the experience.  Our crew will make your sailing experience enjoyable.

  • New in 2023!

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Wind down on a nightcap sail.

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You and your child/children will be entertained by our pirates with pirate stories, a treasure hunt, music, and loads of swashbuckling family fun!  All reservations must include at least one child.

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The Spirit of Buffalo is proclaimed the Flagship of Buffalo by Mayor Byron Brown.

Sit Back & Relax on Lake Erie

Sail back in time on Lake Erie aboard the Spirit of Buffalo and discover traditional sailing on a classic 73 foot topsail schooner. This beautiful schooner with its magnificent red sails is available for day and evening sails, craft brew cruises, wine in the wind sails, children’s pirate adventures, and educational excursions. Join the crew and sit back, relax and see the city in a new (old?) way.’

PARKING INFORMATION

  • There may be street parking available in Canalside on Llyod Street, Hanover Street or Prime Street.  There are two lots under the Skyway along Pearl Street, Commercial Street and Marine Drive.  There are also parking spots on these same streets.  Parking is also available in the LECOM Harborcenter parking ramp.  There may be a charge for parking.

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DO NOT BRING COOLERS, LARGE DUFFLE BAGS OR TOTE BAGS.  DO NOT BRING YOU OWN BEVERAGES. We have a liquor license.  Due to strict guidelines from the New York State Liquor Authority all beverages must be purchased from Spirit of Buffalo. If you are booking for a group please inform your guests of this policy. Failure to comply will result in an immediate return to the dock and termination of the cruise/charter.  No refunds will be given.

Spirit of Buffalo is equipped with a restroom.

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Top-Rated Sails in Buffalo, NY

"We had such a great time! Can't wait to do it again! It was perfect weather, the staff was friendly and was able to answer all our questions!"

"A sunny hot day with little wind didn’t stop the Spirit of Buffalo crew from making us all at home on our voyage. Wonderful makeup sail with local friends when we were rained out with out-of-town guests."

"What a wonderful sailboat ride my husband and I had! The captain and the crew were fabulous! I will recommend this sail ride to my family and friends! Great experience!"

Even though it was freezing (classic Buffalo), my entire family had an absolute blast!! Definitely recommend this to visitors or any home-towners!

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FLOAT UNTIL THE SUN GOES DOWN

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  • Cruise Ship Cruise Type: Sunset Cruise
  • Users Ages: 21+ with proper ID
  • Calendar Day of the Week: Most Friday and Saturdays
  • Anchor Entertainment: Casual mix of rock and pop music.
  • Hour Glass Duration: 1.5 hours
  • Dollar Cash Bar: We accept all forms of payment.
  • Wine Alcoholic Beverages: A valid ID is required
  • Food Snack Bar: Variety of sweet, salty and frozen snacks.
  • Clock Ticket Office: Opens 1 hour prior to departure.
  • Clock Boarding: Begins 15 minutes prior to departure time.
  • Checkered Flag Departure: The boat will depart on time, plan accordingly. No refunds will be issued.
  • Sun Weather: We cruise rain or shine. No refunds will be issued.

Cruise into the Sunset with cool summer vibes in the Buffalo Harbor.

Cruise into the Sunset …

Enjoy the beautiful, warm Buffalo summer evenings on our Saturday evening Sunset Cruise. The only way to see Buffalo is “al fresco” style, outside in the fresh air!  You will enjoy the cool breezes and the warm sunshine even more with a signature cocktail. It doesn’t get better than this!

Sunset is not guaranteed. 

Sunset Cruise is 21 years of age and over. ID required.

*NEW* CARRY-ON POLICY   IS IN EFFECT.  ONLY CLEAR STADIUM STYLE BAGS AND SMALL CLUTCHES (4.5×6″) WILL BE PERMITTED ON BOARD.  WE URGE YOU TO LEAVE OVERSIZED PURSES, TOTES, BACKPACKS, ETC AT HOME TO AVOID BOARDING DELAYS! 

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Prices, schedules and routes are subject to change without notice. 

We cruise under strict guidelines of the USCG and routes are subject to change based on commercial vessel traffic or for any reason deemed necessary by the Captain.

Due to Erie County Health Inspections and NYS Permits all food and beverage must be obtained from Buffalo Harbor Cruises and All Occasions Catering.

Please refer to our Terms and Conditions for all pertinent information regarding your cruise including our cancellation policy.

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Buffalo Boat Tours, a vibrant family-owned venture, stands at the forefront of Canalside following Buffalo’s spectacular waterfront metamorphosis.

Discover convenient parking options on Lloyd Street, Hanover Street, and Prime Street in Canalside. Explore lots under the Skyway along Pearl Street, Commercial Street, and Marine Drive, or utilize the LECOM Harborcenter parking ramp (parking fees may apply).

Energize your experience with our onboard full bar accepting cash and credit. Indulge in refreshing water, soda, beer, wine, and enticing mixed drinks. Don’t forget to treat yourself to snacks available for purchase. Please note that outside beverages, including coolers, and food are not permitted onboard.

Embark on our vessels, Spirit of Buffalo, Harbor Queen, and Big Kahuna, all equipped with convenient restrooms for your comfort.

There is a full bar on board all of our boats, cash/credit, that serves water, soda, beer, wine and mixed drinks.  There are also snacks available for purchase.  NO outside beverages, including coolers, or food are allowed on board.

Spirit of Buffalo, Harbor Queen and Big Kahuna are equipped with restrooms.

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"From beginning to the end of the tour Rich and his crew were awesome. The crew was courteous, friendly and willing to do anything to create a great experience for our family. The next time we are back in Buffalo we will most definitely return to Buffalo River History Tours for another experience."

"Eye-opening and informational insight to a piece of Buffalo History. Very relaxing as well as surprising "hidden" areas you normally would not see. Must do if visiting as well as people who have never experienced this part of history."

"What a wonderful sailboat ride my husband and I had! The captain and the crew were fabulous! I will recommend this sail ride to my family and friends! Great experience!"

"We had such a great time! Can't wait to do it again! It was perfect weather, the staff was friendly and was able to answer all our questions!"

"We didn't know what to expect...and were so pleasantly surprised to experience a wonderful Buffalo river cruise. Great guide and local insights! Boat was perfect for the 1.5 hour cruise. Friendly staff!"

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This is a super fun boat! It's a fabulous Catamaran! Always a great experience! The crew is super cool, friendly and fun, and the boat is always super clean. We love the way you an sit on the front in... More

My boyfriend and I recently traveled to Niagara Falls and decided to go to Buffalo for the day, since we'd never been. We thought we'd just walk around but we stumbled upon this catamaran boat in the... More

we booked moondance cat 2 times this past summer ,, we had over 40 on both trips ,, we enjoyed so much we booked 2 more times next summer ,, Peter and his staff treated us like family ,, i highly... More

There’s two levels if you want to get out of the sun or if you’d rather catch the rays. It’s a comfortable boat with plenty of seating. They play music while you ride around buffalo. More

My husband and I went on the 6 pm cruise. What a Wonderful Experience we had. Very relaxed atmosphere with warm friendly staff especially the Bartender. Drinks so refreshingly reasonable and they... More

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The Moondance Cat is a large sailing catamaran that we had the opportunity to be aboard on a group sail in August 2012. Weather was perfect and waters were calm! The boat is large enough for a covered area with bar and snacks (availability probably varies with how you book), and plenty of open and covered seating - including a webbed deck area between hulls that allows up to 7 people to be on! We went with an adult group - will probably take our girls back. They will sell to capacity, so you'll be in mixed company if you book individually. Bathrooms a bit dicey, but everything else was top notch! Great views of the shoreline, beach music plays in background and everybody's happy!

This was the first time I've gone on this sail boat ride even though I live in Buffalo. It was a wonderful experience. Very relaxing and fun two hour ride around the Buffalo outer and inner harbor. Well worth the money. It was discounted to only $20 since we had over 10 people in our group. We took the afternoon ride on a sunny day. Everyone enjoyed it. A fun excursion for a group of friends or a family. We will be back for the sunset cruise.

This is one nice ride been on this three times A wonderful way to see the Buffalo harbor and water front. Great music, a bar with a fun crew. I been on the 8:15 and the 6:00 and loved them both. Thanks to everyone on the Moondancecat.

I have gone on this trip once a summer for four years now and it is always such a nice experience. There is nothing better than spending the evening on the waters of Lake Erie. Someone has always arranged a large group trip and filled the catamaran to it's capacity, which leaves a lot of room to roam around and enjoy the scenery from bow to stern. The open bar below serves beer, wine, and mixed drinks. They provide catering or you can bring your own food on board. They also provide music on board. The crew is very friendly and it's a very relaxing time. I am already thinking about who will plan our trip next summer. You must make reservations in advance.

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Boatsetter allows you to rent a yacht for the day. Single-day yacht rentals are available for a select number of yachts. To chat with a yacht specialist please visit https://www.boatsetter.com/luxury-yacht-charters .

Can you rent a yacht for the week?

Boatsetter allows its customers to rent a yacht for the week. Renting a yacht for a week gives you more access to the wide range of yachts available on our platform. You can either book a rental directly through the site or connect with one of our charter specialists to plan your trip here: https://www.boatsetter.com/luxury-yacht-charters .

Can you rent a yacht for the month?

Booking a month-long yacht rental is a detailed and hands-off process when working with our team of yacht charter specialists. We tailor each yacht charter to our client's specific wants and needs. Our luxury yacht charter specialists can be reached at (954) 715-4114 or by visiting https://www.boatsetter.com/luxury-yacht-charters .

How to rent a private yacht?

Renting a private yacht is a very detailed experience that caters to your exact needs while onboard one of our luxury yachts. To plan your private yacht rentals experience please visit https://www.boatsetter.com/luxury-yacht-charters .

How much does it cost to rent a pontoon boat?

The cost of renting a pontoon boat depends on the size, location, and rental time of the boat. Prices can range anywhere from $200 for a half-day rental or just under a $1,000 for longer rentals.

How much does it cost to charter a yacht?

The cost to charter a yacht varies depending on the boat size and the length of the charter. Prices typically range from less than $1,000 to $5,000 plus if you’re wanting to charter the yacht overnight.

How much does it cost to rent a boat for the day?

The cost of renting a boat for the day on average ranges from $200 to $1200. The cost to rent a boat varies depending on the size of the boat and the length of time that you will be using the boat.

How does the boat insurance work?

Boat insurance typically covers loss caused by things such as fire, sinking, storms, and collisions. The extent of the coverage varies depending on the policy.

Do I need my own insurance to rent a boat?

You do not need boat insurance when renting with Boatsetter. Coverage is provided under the Peer-to-Peer Boat Rental Policy, which is underwritten by GEICO Marine Insurance Company. The policy was written from the ground up as a stand-alone recreational boat rental insurance policy covering the period of time that the boat is being rented and is available for all non-commercially insured boats.

Does Boatsetter screen renters?

Yes. We use a system called Cognito to ensure that payment information matches the renter's identity. We also require renters taking out a captained boat to be at least 18 years old and on a bareboat to be at least 25 years old.

Is listing my boat on Boatsetter free?

Yes! Listing a boat is completely free. We only take a commission when your boat is rented. We only make money when you do!

What if I'm not comfortable having a renter drive my boat?

If you are not comfortable having a renter drive your boat, we have an expansive network of licensed and experienced captains. Once your boat is listed, you can filter through our network of captains and favorite captains in your area that you would like to operate your boat.

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