Private Charters & Event Cruises
Explore the Potomac River in style with Private Cruises from Whitlow’s on Water, available at The Wharf. Whether you’re planning a team-building event, a birthday celebration, or any group gathering, this unique experience promises unforgettable moments against the stunning backdrop of Washington DC’s iconic landmarks.
The boat is equipped with 2 TV’s, surround sound speakers, an 18-foot U-shaped tiki bar surrounded by barstools, luxurious cushioned upholstery seating around the exterior, a bathroom, party lighting and a disco ball for night cruises, and tropical decor to make you feel as though you’ve been transported back in time to Whitlow’s on Wilson’s tiki rooftop and shipped out to the Potomac.
4.9
Based on 451 reviews
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Lola Omishore
2 days ago
Great crew. Perfect for chartered events
Tate McLean
1 week ago
Matt and his team were awesome! Great tour, great choice for a fun corporate event.
Sydney
1 month ago
Thoroughly impressed with the great customer service and flexibility everyone at Sea Suites Cruises (Wharf DC) provided my team! I booked two private tiki charters for a corporate team activity, and everyone was incredibility helpful in terms of the waiver, catering, reservations and overall patience when the team experienced traffic for our 5:30 PM reservation! Will continue to recommend this activity for other corporate teams! 🙂
megan ott
1 month ago
Such a party! Absolutely recommend if you are visiting DC or celebrating anything!! Shoutout to bartender Ashley and boat captain Chase!!
Romulus Sykes
2 months ago
🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 experience on the Tikki Boat
Kristen Williams
3 months ago
I cannot say enough amazing things about my experience on this cruise. The booking process was extremely easy. I kept in touch with a representative to easily make updates to my reservation. The staff on board were fabulous!!!! I recommend this to anyone that wants to celebrate with a large group and I will absolutely be booking this experience again in the future!
Christopher Heizer
6 months ago
I had a blast, captain Matt is quite the tour guide, Robin behind the bar was so sweet and Kemal kept us company. I hope you get the same crew when you go out! Will definitely be back
Mary MacKenzie
12 months ago
I went on a company outing on Whitlow’s on Water and it was amazing! All of the staff, Scott, Jay, and Rich, were very friendly and accommodating, especially with waiting for a few people who were running late. The boat ride was smooth and relaxing, the service was wonderful, and I would highly recommend this for a group get together or company event.
Kitty Loyd
1 year ago
Such a great time! I booked this cruise for a corporate event of about 30, and everyone loved it. The cruise itself was delightful, food was great, drinks even better, crew is awesome, and the team in the office on the planning side was fantastic: very quick to respond, gave so much info up front, and just very nice to work with. 10/10 would recommend!
Mary W
1 year ago
Had a great time with Captain Matt, Glen and Jay! They were very knowledgeable about watching the incoming bad weather and really made the most of our time. Would for sure recommend!
Dom Romero
1 year ago
Absolutely amazing! The private cruise with the all inclusive option is easily the best option in any of the booze cruises available on the Potomac! The crew was so accommodating, interactive, and friendly!
Daniel Smith
1 year ago
Had a Birthday Celebration a 30 for 30 sports themed party. The crew was amazing! Top notch hospitality from the start! Definitely would recommend and would do this again
Adrienne Wojciechowski McCann
1 year ago
What a fantastic team for the Whitlow’s Tiki Cruise. The staff took such good care of us and it was a perfect sunset cruise. We even managed to find a double rainbow as we set sail from the Wharf.
Elisa Mondragon
1 year ago
The two hours flew by because we were having so much fun! The team was professional, friendly, and made us feel safe during our entire trip. Highly recommend it for any celebration or just because.
Dr. Monika Walters
1 year ago
So much fun! Perfect venue and great sites along the way. Captain was so personable. Bar tender was working hard! My second trip and would definitely recommend to others!
Michael Roy
1 year ago
We liked the tiki boat so much we did it 2 days in a row, once for a birthday party for our daughter turning 21, then for a friend heaving town. A great 2 hour each time all along the DC waterfront. We were able to play music from our phones over their sound system each day, which was nice. Great bartender and a friendly crew!
Abigail Stiglich
1 year ago
Recently went on this boat for a birthday celebration and had a fun time overall! The weather, unfortunately, was pretty rough—it was miserably cold, which made it a bit uncomfortable. Thankfully, the boat staff were very kind and handed out the few blankets they had, which was greatly appreciated.
Note that this cruise is *not* BYOB, but the drinks sold onboard were surprisingly affordable, which was a nice plus.
I'm giving it 4 out of 5 stars mainly because I'm not sure it was fully worth the price. We didn’t get to see much of the Potomac, as the boat just circled a small area, and the trip ended earlier than expected. We departed at 1:45 PM and docked by 3:30 PM—short of the advertised 2-hour duration. I understand they need to stay on schedule, but I don’t think it’s fair to cut time short for guests who arrived on time just to accommodate latecomers.
Beth McFadden
1 year ago
We had a wonderful time on Whitlow’s on Water. The staff were friendly and made it a pleasant experience. Would recommend and would do it again!
Shantel Goodman
1 year ago
The cruise was a refreshing experience! Staff members were super friendly and the weather was beautiful!
Frances Posey
1 year ago
Thank you 🎶🎉❤️ We went on a big surprise birthday party that took months to put together! You just never know what will happen. The crew of Whitlow’s were amazing. Kind & understanding when the birthday boy was late! The crew was fun and smiled the whole trip……. Everyone was so nice! We will recommend them to all our friends!
Private Cruise Details
Group Size:
25-47 passengers (ages 21+)
(It’s okay to have less than 25, but the minimum price point begins at 25. Don’t mind sharing a boat? Consider a Mixed Group Cruise.)
Drink & Food Policies:
The boat is stocked with a full range of libations including beer, wine, seltzers, and spirits for tropical mixed drinks. Whitlow’s on Water cruises are not BYOB. We also serve non-alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, and Gatorade.
Light snacks such as chips are available for purchase on board all cruises. For private events, we offer catering through Whitlow’s.
Drink Package Add-On (Additional $25/Person)*:
Includes all beer, wine, seltzers, snacks, and mixed drinks (shots, Red Bull, premium liquor, and signature cocktails can be purchased separately)
Book Your Private Tiki Barge
Deposits Available: Reserve your private cruise for only $500 at checkout and pay the remaining balance later! Deposit Policy
Payment Structure:
- $500 non-refundable deposit is required at checkout to reserve your slot
- 3 weeks from the date of the cruise, the remaining balance of up to at least the minimum (25 people) will be due
- Any additional passengers (up to 47 passengers total) can be paid for anytime up to 24 hours prior to the cruise
- *Payment for the all-inclusive package will be due at the time of your charter (card transactions only, no cash). For corporate teams interested in a full open bar, please contact us at 202-656-3336 or email us at support@seasuitecruises.com for details.