Private Charter Information
The Gundalow Company is pleased to offer private charters aboard the gundalow Piscataqua, which departs from our dock at Prescott Park in Porstmouth, New Hampshire. The Piscataqua seats 42 passengers and is operated by a USCG licensed captain and three crew members with over 40 years of combined sailing experience. The boat is 63’LOA, has a draft of 2.5 feet, and is a traditional reproduction of the gundalow sailboats that were utilized from the seventeenth through the twentieth century to transport goods between the shallow waters of inland towns and the deep water port of Portsmouth.
The Piscataqua is an ideal vessel for company retreats, family reunions, special events, and much more. There is ample seating, and the flat deck makes for a smooth sail that allows guests to enjoy their trip in comfort. Guests interested in providing food or beverages on their cruise will find plenty of room for trays and coolers, and we are happy to provide a list of suggested caterers. The boat can also accommodate musicians and their instruments, and you may be interested in booking an acoustic ensemble to accompany your cruise. Local musician contact information is available upon request.
Your itinerary will depend on the wind and the tides, and may take you past points of interest such as the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, Dover Point, the Portsmouth Lighthouse or up the river toward Great Bay. Our regular public day sails include an education program, and we are happy to provide a program featuring the natural and cultural history of the region if you are interested. The Captain and Crew members are highly informed and are glad to share information on an informal basis as well. Guests may also help to hoist the sail and steer the vessel – or simply enjoy the sights and sounds of the river.
We look forward to designing and trip that meets your needs and interests. If you have any questions at all about our charter options, please do not hesitate to be in touch.
Sue Cobler, Gundalow Company Operations Director
603.433.9505
