Our captains are USCG licensed and are allowed to carry up to six passengers – this number includes infants and children.  Children aged 12 and under must wear life jackets at all times.  We provide the life jackets.

Salem offers a wide range of public parking.  The South Harbor Garage at 10 Congress Street is a two-minute walk to our pick-up location at the Congress Street Dock.  And there are public restrooms at Central Wharf, 160 Derby Street.

Please arrive at our pick-up location (Congress Street Dock) 10-15 minutes before departure.  This will allow time for you to meet your captain and for everyone to review and sign the Release and Waiver before settling in for your cruise.

Please bring your own food, drinks (alcohol allowed for those over 21), and playlist.  Our classic Duffy electric boats are quiet with zero-emissions - so dining and conversing is a pleasure on this charming vessel.

One of the wonderful things about Duffy boats is that they can be fully enclosed, and they are equipped with a heater, so you stay comfortable regardless of the weather conditions.  Charters will only be canceled if a small craft warning is issued by the National Weather Service for your scheduled reservation time.  In that case, you’ll receive a full refund.

All charters must be canceled or rescheduled with a minimum of 72 hours’ notice before the reservation start time.  All cancellations must be submitted via email to:  info@slowwakesociety.com.  If we have to cancel due to weather or unexpected circumstances, you’ll receive a full refund.

Yes, our USCG licensed captains do not require gratuities, but they are always graciously accepted and appreciated!

While our location is wheelchair accessible, Duffy boats have narrower entryways and require stepping down into the vessel, which can make boarding more challenging for some guests. Give us a call before your visit and we'll do our best to make boarding as easy as possible. Folded wheelchairs are welcome onboard but will need to be stowed, as tie-downs aren't available.