The 10 Best Boat Tours & Water Sports in Catskill Region, Catskill Region

Hudson River sailing, in the Hudson valley, if done properly, is a truly unforgettable and sublime experience. Whether it be Epic sunsets over the ancient Catskill mountains, basking in the sun as gentle breeezes caress you, or living it up with friends and dancing on the foredeck as you cruise down the river in complete style and comfort, Tivoli sailing company has the perfect boat and crew for you! We are the only sailing company in the Hudson Valley to have a fleet of boats, so we can scale up or scale down depending on our clients needs. Whether it be a romantic Champagne Sunset Sail for two, on our 29 foot yacht Helen, a large group on our 44 foot luxury yacht Songbird, or a week of Adventure Sailing school for your children on our 24 foot sloops, Leda and Cortney, we can accommodate all of our clients, and their children’s needs. Come see why sailing in the Hudson valley with Tivoli sailing truly is a “Posi Tivoli” sailing experience!”

Kayak and Stand Up Paddleboard Rentals and Guided Kayak Tours! There's an adventure for everyone! Beginners are encouraged and welcome! We'll show you how! Enjoy a paddle with your family or friends! Spectacular Hudson Valley Sunsets, Saugerties Lighthouse, Esopus Falls, Eagles, Blue Herons! ACA Certified Instructor.

Hudson Sailing is New York's premier destination for sailing excursions. We take your group of up to 6 passengers on our modern, safe, fun, spacious and fast, sailing trimaran, Cirrus, for a 3 hour tour of the Hudson River! We are the most sustainable sailing company in the state as we derive nearly all of our power from the Because of our speed, we can sail instead of motor even when the wind is light! Sailing is green. We are the greenest. We serve you delectable hors d'oeuvres made from highest quality products, some from my own farm! Your safety is ensured because we are the most experienced and highly rated crew and captain on the river!

Enjoy the beautiful Hudson River aboard the Black Swan, a 36' Catalina sailboat. Relax on a two and a half hour cruise or day cruise. Cruises are limited to six guests. Open April through October. Departing from Kingston, Rhinecliff and Saugerties.

Hudson Valley striped bass fishing charters operating out of Kingston, NY. Captain Jay Martin has been running Reel Easy Charters since 2001 and has over thirty years of fishing experience in the Kingston area. He’s presented a number of lectures at various striped bass seminars on subjects including the biology of the striped bass, catch and release methodologies, as well as boating safety. A U.S.C.G. licensed captain and longtime resident of the Hudson Valley, Captain Jay also enjoys deer and pheasant hunting with his yellow lab Skipper.

Explore the majestic Hudson River aboard the M/V Rip Van Winkle. Enjoy narrated cruises past quaint lighthouses, great estates, and a magnificent view of the Catskill Mountains. Weekends in the summertime offer sunset cruises, live music and DJ Dance Cruises as well as dinner cruises and special theme events. The Rip Van Winkle makes the perfect venue for cocktail receptions, weddings, family events, corporate outings and anything in between!

A center for flyfishing buffs that includes access to a creek, a casting pond and a museum dedicated to the sport.

The Delaware River is a national "Scenic and Recreational River" with spectacular wildlife and pristine beauty. Experience the great outdoors on the Delaware on a raft, canoe, kayak, or tube. As a beginner's river, this adventure is perfect for all ages.

Kittatinny Canoes offers daily trips for experienced and novice paddlers. Raft, canoe, kayak, tube, calmwater and whitewater we have something for everyone, regardless of your experience level! Unlike a water park, experience nature up close! Paddle through breathtaking scenery filled with abundant wildlife. You may see bald eagles, hawks, herons, ducks, deer, the occasional black bear and much more! Bring a picnic lunch, stop, relax, swim, the day and the river are yours!

Join Tony Ritter, New York State and National Park Service, licensed guide for a river fishing charter on the Scenic and Recreational Upper Delaware River in the Catskills! We offer McKenzie driftboat fishing on the Upper Delaware River. 23rd year offering half and full day spin fishing and fly fishing charters for wild trout, smallmouth bass, walleye and American Shad. Licensed and insured by the National Park Service, NYS DEC and Pennsylvania FBC. You'll see bald eagles, turkey, black bear, herons, osprey and red tail hawks throughout your float trip along with beautiful scenery. Hand tied flies and equipment is available. References on request. 2 hours NW of NYC and NJ. Tony is also a Trustee of the Catskill Fly Fishing Center and Museum, served as Chairman of the Water Use Resource Management of the Upper Delaware Council and was re-elected town councilman in the town of Tusten in Sullivan County, New York. We hope you'll visit and see YOU on the river!