Activities & Attractions

Cruisin' Tikis

Bring your dog along for a private floating tiki cruise around the bay, with daytime, brunch, sunset, and sandbar options.

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Dog policy Advanced Approval Required
Cost Starts at $426.50 per group
Best time to visit Spring, Summer, Fall

Cruisin’ Tikis is one of the more fun ways to get out on the water with your dog. The private floating tiki boats leave from Manahawkin, with a few different ways to cruise depending on the kind of day you have in mind. Choose the morning Cruisin’ N Brunchin’ trip; take a two-hour Tiki Fun Cruise around the bay or out to the Ship Bottom Sandbar for a swim; or book the shorter Sunset Cruise for an evening on the water.

The cruises are BYOB, and you can bring your own food and snacks or order from The Boatyard before heading out. There’s a cooler with ice on board along with bottled water and cups, plus a Bluetooth sound system for your own music, and best of all, their FAQ section mentions that dogs are welcome, so your dog doesn't have to sit this one out!


Plan your visit

Address
1600 NJ-70
Brick, NJ 08724
Hours
Monday -Friday: 10 AM to 9 PM
Saturday - Sunday: 2 PM to 4 PM
Phone
(855) 579-8454
Get directions Official website

Know before you go

  • Dogs are welcome onboard; the FAQ does not list any additional dog-specific restrictions.
  • Cruises are currently booked as private charters only, not by individual seat.
  • Standard daytime cruises are 2 hours; the Sunset Cruise is 1½ hours.
  • The tiki holds a maximum of 6 passengers plus the crew under Coast Guard regulations.
  • Guests must be 13 or older.
  • Cruises are BYOB. Bring your own drinks and snacks, or order food from The Boatyard before departure.
  • An ice-filled cooler, cups, and bottled water are provided onboard. T
  • There is no restroom on the tiki, so plan to use one before boarding.
  • Arrive about 15 minutes before departure, or about 30 minutes early if you plan to order food from The Boatyard.
  • Dockside parking is available at The Boatyard Restaurant & Causeway Marina.
  • Cruises can still run in the rain since the tiki has a roof, although the captain may cancel for unsafe wind or thunderstorms.

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