Reviewed · HAMPTONS & LONG ISLAND TOURS
The Hamptons SeaBob and Water Toy Excursion
The Hamptons SeaBob and Water Toy Excursion turns a private boat outing into a full afternoon of play. You can use a SeaBob underwater at speeds up to 20 mph, try an electric surfboard, ride a tube, paddleboard, or simply stretch out on a giant floating Sunchill lily pad.
I like the mix of high-speed toys and easygoing water time, since not everyone in a group wants the same kind of excitement. I also like that instructors guide the activities, which matters when you are trying unfamiliar equipment. The main drawback is the price: at $4,690 per group, this makes the most sense for a large party sharing the cost.
In This Review
- Key points
- Starting from Sag Harbor at 10 Wharf Street
- SeaBobs for speed below the surface
- Electric surfing and other powered fun
- Paddleboards and the Sunchill floating lily pad
- What the private format changes
- Is $4,690 a fair Hamptons price?
- What the boat-day feedback tells you
- Who will enjoy this outing most?
- Practical details before you reserve
- Should you book the Hamptons SeaBob excursion?
- FAQ
- Where does the Hamptons SeaBob excursion start?
- Where does the activity finish?
- How long does the excursion last?
- How many people can join the private activity?
- What equipment is included?
- Is fuel included?
- What happens if bad weather cancels the activity?
Key points
- SeaBobs reach speeds of up to 20 mph, giving confident users a fast underwater ride.
- The private tour serves up to 12 people, so friends and families can keep the outing to themselves.
- Several water toys are included, such as an electric surfboard, paddleboards, tubing, and the Sunchill floating lily pad.
- Fuel is included up to the stated $300 allowance, an important value detail for a private boat day.
- The outing begins and ends at 10 Wharf Street in Sag Harbor, with roughly four hours on the water.
- Good weather matters, and a weather cancellation brings a new date or a full refund.
Starting from Sag Harbor at 10 Wharf Street

Your outing begins at 10 Wharf St in Sag Harbor, New York. The tour returns to this same meeting point, so you do not need to arrange a separate finish location or figure out how to get back to your starting point.
The listed operating hours run daily from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., covering the season from May 18, 2023, through June 17, 2026. Your booking confirmation will provide the actual start time, and confirmation is sent within 48 hours, subject to availability.
The four-hour length is well suited to a group that wants a proper day on the water without committing to a full-day charter. You have enough time to try several activities, take breaks, and enjoy the Hamptons shoreline from the boat. Still, four hours can pass quickly if everyone wants a turn on every toy, so it helps to decide in advance which activities matter most to your group.
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SeaBobs for speed below the surface

The SeaBob is the main attraction here. It is an underwater propulsion device that pulls you through the water with relatively little effort, reaching speeds of up to 20 mph. That gives the experience a different feel from ordinary swimming or snorkeling, with the machine providing the power while you steer.
The SeaBob is described as suitable for all skill levels, including first-time users. Instructors are there to explain how the equipment works and help you use it safely. That guidance is particularly useful for anyone who has never handled a powered water device.
You may use the SeaBob to look for marine life and explore coves and underwater caves in the Hamptons. The exact wildlife and water conditions can vary, so I would treat those sights as possibilities rather than guarantees. The real value is the chance to move through the water in a way that is faster and more active than a standard swim.
This activity does require a moderate level of physical fitness. You should be comfortable in the water and ready to follow instructions. The speed may sound thrilling, but you still need to manage the equipment and stay attentive to your surroundings.
Electric surfing and other powered fun
The included electric surfboard offers another fast option. Unlike a SeaBob, which carries you through the water, the electric surfboard keeps the action at the surface. It is a good choice for someone who wants speed and balance work without using the underwater device.
The available activities also include wakeboarding and tube rides. These options give the group different kinds of excitement: wakeboarding calls for balance and coordination, while tubing is a simpler group activity built around being pulled across the waves.
Because instructors guide each activity, the day should feel more organized than simply receiving a boat and a pile of equipment. You can ask for help before trying something unfamiliar, and the staff can help keep the action moving. Specific instructor names are not provided, so do not expect to arrange the outing around a particular guide.
The water toys are a strong part of the package for groups with mixed interests. One person can try the electric surfboard while someone else takes a turn on the SeaBob, then everyone can regroup on the boat or floating mat.
Paddleboards and the Sunchill floating lily pad

Not every good water day needs speed. Paddleboarding gives you a quieter way to spend time on the water, with a chance to work at your own pace and enjoy the coastal setting. It also offers a useful break between the more demanding activities.
The giant Sunchill floating lily pad is the easiest option of all. It is designed for relaxing, stretching out, and letting the group enjoy the water without any special skill. For families or mixed-age groups, this softer option can be just as important as the powered toys.
I especially like this balance. A group made up entirely of thrill seekers may spend most of its time on the SeaBobs and electric surfboard. A group with different ages, comfort levels, or energy levels can mix active sessions with time on the lily pad.
The floating equipment can also act as a social center for the outing. Instead of splitting up for four hours, your group can rotate through the toys and return to a common spot. The exact setup and order depend on the boat crew and conditions, but the range of included equipment gives the day flexibility.
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What the private format changes

This is a private activity, and only your group participates. That is a major advantage for a birthday, family gathering, corporate outing, or group of friends who want control over the pace.
You will not need to match the schedule of strangers or wait for another party to finish with a toy. Your group can spend more time on the SeaBob, focus on wakeboarding, or slow down when people want a rest. The private format also makes it easier to include both active participants and people who mainly want to sit back.
The maximum group size is 12. That is large enough for a substantial party, but it also means the experience may feel different depending on how many people book. A group of four has more opportunities for repeated turns. A full group of 12 will need to share the four-hour window, so you should keep expectations realistic if everyone wants to use the same equipment.
At the full capacity, the price works out to about $391 per person. For six people, it is about $782 per person, and for four people, it is about $1,173 per person. Those figures make clear that the best value comes from filling the boat with people who genuinely want a private water-toy day.
Is $4,690 a fair Hamptons price?

The listed cost is $4,690 per group of up to 12, with fuel of $300 included. That is a large total, but it covers a private outing rather than an individual seat on a shared boat.
The value comes from the combination of privacy, boat time, several water toys, staff guidance, and fuel. If your group uses the SeaBobs, electric surfboard, paddleboards, tube, and floating lily pad, you are paying for variety as well as time on the water.
I would not book this for a small group unless privacy is especially important or the experience is part of a larger Hamptons celebration. For a full party of 12, the per-person cost becomes easier to justify, especially when compared with booking separate activities and arranging transport between them.
The fuel inclusion is worth noting. A $300 fuel allowance removes one common uncertainty from a private boat booking. The supplied information does not state that other costs are added, so you should confirm the final booking terms before paying, particularly if you have a special request.
What the boat-day feedback tells you

The available charter feedback gives useful context about the operator’s broader service. One account describes a modern, comfortable vessel and a friendly crew. Another highlights a Pershing yacht with attentive staff and the chance to reach quieter parts of the Hamptons shoreline.
A separate account praises the boat layout, with plenty of seating and surface area for a group, along with strong service from the captain and steward. Those details matter on a water-toy outing because you will need room to sit, change activities, and take breaks.
Keep in mind that these comments focus on boat charters rather than every detail of this specific SeaBob package. Still, they point to the parts of the operation that can shape your day: the comfort of the boat, the attitude of the crew, and the way the staff handles a group.
No captain, steward, or instructor is named in the available information. If having a particular crew member matters to you, ask before booking rather than assuming one can be requested.
Who will enjoy this outing most?

This experience fits a group that wants a private, active day with several choices. It is especially suitable for:
- Friends who want speed, water sports, and time to relax together
- Families with a range of interests and physical abilities
- Celebrations where a private boat creates a shared setting
- Strong swimmers and active adults who are comfortable trying powered equipment
- Groups large enough to divide the $4,690 price
It may be less suitable if you want a quiet sightseeing cruise with little physical activity. The SeaBob, wakeboarding, tubing, and electric surfboard all require participation and attention. Although the lily pad and boat seating provide rest, the central idea is still an active water day.
You also need to plan around the weather. This experience requires good conditions, and poor weather can lead to cancellation. You will be offered another date or a full refund if the provider cancels for weather.
Practical details before you reserve

Service animals are allowed, and the meeting point is near public transportation. The activity is not described as fully accessible, so anyone with mobility or equipment concerns should ask the provider for specific details before booking.
You can cancel without penalty up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Cancellations made less than 24 hours ahead, along with changes within that window, are not accepted for a refund. The cut-off uses local time in the Hamptons.
The daily operating window is broad, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., but the actual availability depends on the date and booking confirmation. Since confirmation can take up to 48 hours and remains subject to availability, do not assume your preferred time is secured until the booking is confirmed.
Bring a group mindset. The equipment is shared among your party, and a little planning will help everyone get a fair turn. Decide who most wants the SeaBob, who prefers surface activities, and who would rather relax on the Sunchill mat.
Should you book the Hamptons SeaBob excursion?
Book it if you have a medium-to-large group that wants a private, high-energy boat day with options for both action and rest. The SeaBobs, electric surfboard, wakeboarding, tubing, paddleboards, and floating lily pad give you far more variety than a simple sightseeing cruise.
I would be cautious if your group is small, budget-focused, or mainly interested in a calm ride. At $4,690, the outing is a luxury purchase, even with fuel included. The strongest value appears when you fill most of the 12-person capacity and make good use of the four hours.
For the right group, this is a flexible Hamptons experience: fast when you want it, relaxed when you need it, and private from start to finish.
FAQ
Where does the Hamptons SeaBob excursion start?
It starts at 10 Wharf St, Sag Harbor, NY 11963, USA.
Where does the activity finish?
The activity ends back at the same meeting point in Sag Harbor.
How long does the excursion last?
The experience lasts approximately four hours.
How many people can join the private activity?
The private group can include up to 12 people.
What equipment is included?
The package includes SeaBobs, an electric surfboard, a Sunchill floating lily pad, and other water toys. Paddleboards, wakeboarding, and tube rides are also listed among the available activities.
Is fuel included?
Yes. Fuel of $300 is included.
What happens if bad weather cancels the activity?
If poor weather causes a cancellation, you will be offered a different date or a full refund. You can also cancel up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund.
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