An Eco-Cruises is a fully narrated environmental education tour – and the BEST way to explore the Hackensack River, the marshes of the Meadowlands, and Newark Bay. Bring a friend (or 2 or 3) and join us aboard our big, comfortable pontoon boats Robert H. Boyle II and Geraldine Theresa for a unique, informative, and FUN time on the water.
On the Excursion Around The Bay tour we motor down the Hackensack River to Newark Bay, passing busy Ports Newark & Elizabeth, to Staten Island, NY. On the way back we explore the Bayonne Bayshore, home to many parks and unique historic sites.
REMEMBER:
Eco-Cruises are not free. We don’t charge fees, but they cost Hackensack Riverkeeper over $50,000 each season. We rely on donations from our Eco-Cruise “crew” to keep the program – and the boats – afloat. Typically, most donations come in at around $25-30 per person. All donations support our ongoing work and mission and are 100% tax-deductible.
Open Eco-Cruises are not for large groups. They are set aside for individuals, couples, and the like. Please do not register more than 4-5 people. There are plenty of other dates & times to arrange a Private Eco-Cruise for up to 20 people. To learn more or to set one up, call our office at 201-968-0808 or email Captain Hugh directly: hugh@hackensackriverkeeper.org.
Nearly ONE HUNDRED people were no-shows in 2021. We believe that was due in part to persons making “insurance reservations” by double and even triple-booking with NO intention of making good on them all. This season, ALL multiple reservations will be flagged for follow-up and may be disallowed.
CHILDREN AND ECO-CRUISES. Kids must be at least four years old to come on Open Eco-Cruises. We simply cannot accommodate children younger than that. Please note that everyone – child and adult alike – must be able to sit in one place for 2.5 hours.
All Open Eco-Cruises originate at Laurel Hill County Park in Secaucus, NJ. Be sure to click here to download park directions along with important and helpful Trip Tips.
For more information, please call our office at (201) 968-0808, visit our website at www.hackensackriverkeeper.org and don't forget to like us on Facebook.
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