Question 1

What time should we arrive?

Accepted Answer

Please plan to arrive at Island Heights Yacht club located at 65 River Ave in Island Heights, NJ 10-15 minutes before your departure to allow for proper boarding & safety briefing. (Parking spots open to the public on either side of River Ave. Our Captain will meet you at the boat and assist with boarding.)

Question 2

Boarding and departing the vessel (Boat)

Accepted Answer

Please do not board or depart the boat until the captain has instructed you to do so and with his professional assistance & guidance or help from our 1st mate.

Question 3

Do you have Up Bay pickup?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Up Bay pickup is available upon request. There is a $100 fee for up bay pickup locations. Contact us (https://www.slacktimecharters.com/contact-us)for more information.

Question 4

How many people can we bring?

Accepted Answer

The US Coast Guard sets the boat capacity; therefore, we will not be able to depart with more than 6 passengers. We also provide a captain and a first mate that do not count towards the total of 6.

Question 5

Where do cruises depart from?

Accepted Answer

We will pick you up at the Island Heights Yacht Club located at 65 River Ave in Island Heights, NJ. Please arrive 10-15 minutes before your departure to allow for proper boarding & safety briefing. (Parking spots open to the public on either side of River Ave. Our Captain will meet you at the boat and assist with boarding.)

Question 6

What is provided on board?

Accepted Answer

Each cruise comes with a handsome and knowledgeable captain, a Bluetooth sound system, a cooler with ice and bottled water, sunscreen, and blankets.

Question 7

Can we bring alcohol and food?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We are BYOB so please bring whatever food or beverages you'd like! (We list cooperating partners on our site where you may pick up a coffee, drinks, beer, liquor, snacks or fully prepared meals for your cruise.)

Question 8

What do we need to bring?

Accepted Answer

We provide all that we can to make your trip as smooth, enjoyable, and memorable as possible. However, we recommend packing few things to make your experience even better:
 • Warm clothes such as a sweater or jacket in case it gets a bit chilly
 • Snacks and any beverages you would like to enjoy onboard BYOB (NO RED WINE)
 • Any meals or food you would like to enjoy onboard
 • No glass drinking glasses or dishware (Plastic drinking glasses and dinnerware provided)
 • Sunscreen
 • Comfortable sneakers or boat shoes (safety first, no high heels)

Question 9

What is the cancellation policy?

Accepted Answer

You can cancel your booking, for a full refund up to 7 days before your scheduled departure time. If cancellation occurs between 7 days and 3 days before your scheduled departure time, you are responsible for 50% of the booking cost. The full price of the charter will be charged if a cancellation occurs within 48 hours of the scheduled departure time. All sales booked within 48 hours of the scheduled departure time are non-transferable and non-refundable. Customers receive a full refund if a cancellation occurs due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.

Question 10

What happens if there is bad weather on the day of our charter?

Accepted Answer

Weather needs to be safe for all cruises, and we also want you to have the best experience with us. Summer & Fall weather can be tricky at times, so you will receive a full refund if there is a weather-related cancellation. It is the Captain's call on the day of the charter.

Question 11

How long is the trip?

Accepted Answer

Each cruise varies in time! Our most popular cruise is 2 hours long, but we also have a 3 hour cruise along with half-day and full-day cruises. Our half-day cruise is 4 hours, and the full-day cruise is 8 hours. We also charter special events that you can customize to your liking. Ie: July 4th Fireworks, Photoshoots, Weddings, birthday celebrations and life events.

Question 12

Do you have a bathroom?

Accepted Answer

We have a comfortable size head (bathroom or toilet) on board, but we recommend using the restroom before your cruise.

Question 13

Are life preservers provided?

Accepted Answer

We have one life preserver per adult guest, life preservers for children must be supplied by the parents or guardians.  All safety equipment is kept aboard including USCG approved first aid kit.(There will be an onboard safety briefing before departure for all cruises.)

Question 14

As a USCG certified captain do you conduct marriage ceremonies?

Accepted Answer

Not at this time but am working towards having this available in the future.

Question 15

Do you perform “Burial at Sea” services?

Accepted Answer

Please contact Slack Time Charters directly to discuss burial at sea options and scheduling.  New Jersey state law requires a 3 mile minimum distance from shore for all burial at sea services.  This requires a full day charter rate for either Manasquan or Barnegat inlet and is weather dependent.

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