Book a Ride !

WE ARE CLOSED FOR THE 2025 SEASON.

*You can still book a ride, however, for any date after May 1, 2026*



Scenic River Cruises


 

Portsmouth Water Taxi offers scenic cruises

& private charters for to 2-6 passengers.


Explore the Piscataqua River, lighthouses, cruise into Great Bay or the Cochecho River all the way to Dover.
The Captain can steer around the oldest shipyard in America, past revolutionary war era mansions and forts, and he might even tell a few interesting stories. Invite your friends or family for a memorable, small boat adventure. BYOB and picnic!
 You can book your trip on our calendar now, or email/call/text first to ask questions. booking@portsmouthwatertaxi.com



60-Minute Charter $239


90-Minute Charter $329

For more options, please text/call Capt Mike 603-550-1380

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The Restaurants at Pepperrell Cove

 Round Trip, up to 5 passengers (maybe 6)
Grab some adventure on the river before lunch or dinner!



    
        
            
                
                
                
                
                
                
                
                
                
                
                
                
            
        
        
    


Reserve your table at the restaurant, then book your ride to begin 20-25 minutes prior.

(rides from Eliot, Dover, Newington have a surcharge)
(5-6 passengers max)

Adult beverages permitted.

We will email specific instructions to our pick-up dock.

Or, we can meet you at your own dock.
*If you want to extend your ride, ask about the "Take the Long Way" option (lighthouses and forts) before dinner. Only $80 extra, cash or Venmo. Text Capt Mike at 603-550-1380 to ask about availability.

Pepperrell Cove $169 round-trip

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Piscataqua River

Portsmouth Harbor Tour


 

This 50-minute tour heads up the Piscataqua River, past the old Naval Prison, three historic forts, two lighthouses, Wood Island Lifesaving Station and out into the Atlantic ocean. Then we turn into historic Little Harbor, one of the first European settlements back in the 1600's. See the magnificent Wentworth by the Sea hotel, working lobstermen and fishermen, huge yachts, wildlife, Osprey and Blue Heron, maybe even a Harbor Seal. Enjoy your own snacks and beverages as we wind through scenic Sagamore Creek.

This cruise has become our most popular ride for friends or family. Book it yourself today.

5 passengers max (maybe 6). 50 minutes.

Piscataqua River / Harbor Tour $199

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The Restaurants on Badger's Island

 ONE-WAY, 5 passengers
Morrison's Lobsters, Buoy Shack,

Badger's Island Pizza, Ore Nell's BBQ



    
        
            
                
                
                
                
                
                
                
                
                
                
                
                
                
                
                
            
        
        
    


Questions? Call or text 603-550-1380

Pro Tip - Morrison's Lobsters is also BYOB.
ONE-WAY, from your own private dock or public landing in Portsmouth, Eliot, Kittery, New Castle or Rye.


Badger's Island $120 ONE-WAY



Lexie's Landing

Cheeseburgers in Paradise

    
        
            
                
                
                
                
                
                
                
                
                
            
        
        
    

Take an exhilarating ride to Lexie's Landing, at Great Bay Marine, and enjoy a delicious summertime menu, craft beers and full bar, comfy patio vibe with the best sunsets in the area. Rates are for each-way rides.

Up to 6 passengers. BYOB


Portsmouth to Lexie's $139 One-way



Eliot to Lexie's $119 One-way




Portsmouth-Dover Cruises

Get on board with some friends and cruise the mighty Piscataqua River to the peaceful Cochecho River all the way up to Dover Landing. Grab dinner and cocktails at Castaways Boathouse, The Farm restaurant, or take a short walk into historic downtown Dover. There's also a COAST bus stop right there!



    
        
            
                
                
                
                
                
                
                
                
                
                
                
            
        
        
    

ONE-WAY from Portsmouth at 4pm

(Thursdays and Sundays) 5 passengers max. 
BYOB and munchies.

Portsmouth to Dover $199


Dover-Newington-Portsmouth Cruises

    
        
            
                
                
                
                
                
                
            
        
        
    



Explore the beautiful Cochecho and Piscataqua Rivers, scenic 50-70 minute cruises.

See wildlife like Osprey, Blue Heron, Bald Eagle, Cormorant.

Bring your binoculars, food and BYOB.

4-6 passengers max.

These are NOT round-trip rides.

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Dover Landing (Castaways) to Lexie's Landing (Newington)

(Wed and Fri at 5pm)  45 minutes, ONE-WAY

Dover to Newington $159


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Dover Landing to Portsmouth (Badger's Island)

(Thurs and Sun at 5pm) 55 minutes, ONE-WAY
Arrive at Badger's Island and walk into Portsmouth or Kittery, ME

Dover to Portsmouth $199


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Dover Landing to Pepperrell Cove (Kittery, ME)

(Thurs and Sun at 5pm)  70 minutes, ONE-WAY
Make your reservation at the restaurant first.

Frisbee's Wharf   Bistro   1828 Ski Club

Dover to Pepperrell Cove $259


Questions? Call us at 603-550-1380.

Water Taxi
Text or call 603-550-1380 for pricing and availability.
  
Launch service to moorings and docks.

Food pickup/delivery from Badger's Island Pizza, Morrison's Lobsters

or Provisions at Pepperrell Cove.



For same day pickup, call 603-550-1380

or hail us on VHF channel 69.





 Eliot to Portsmouth

 $119 each way
We'll pick you up at Dead Duck (Eliot Boat Basin)

or your private dock or mooring. 5 passengers max (maybe 6).

Eliot to Portsmouth $99



Newington to Dover
Jump on the boat at Great Bay Marine.

5 passengers max (maybe 6, if there are kids)

$279 Round-Trip


$159 One-Way




Fast Boat to Star Island



Text or call Capt Mike at 603-550-1380

to check availability. 24 hours notice is required, in most cases.

Basic rate starts at $150 (2 passengers)

3 passengers = $200

4 passengers = $225

Cash or Venmo only.

Fast Boat to Star Island