DC River Cruises 

 2100 2nd Street Southwest, Washington, DC 20024, United States

DC River Cruises 

Washington, DC, United States
37 feet
12

Step aboard a true Chesapeake classic with DC River Cruises, a beautifully maintained 1961 Custom Chesapeake Deadrise Bay boat offering an unforgettable way to explore Washington's iconic waterways.

With space for up to 13 guests, this intimate charter is perfect for private sightseeing, relaxed canal tours, celebrations, or laid-back days on the water. Powered by a reliable 225 HP Detroit Diesel 671 inboard engine, she cruises comfortably at up to 12 knots, ideal for smooth, scenic journeys rather than rushed trips.

Onboard, you'll find everything designed for comfort and enjoyment:
Air conditioning for warm days, a full audio system with inside and outside speakers, WiFi, ice box, grill, baitwell, fishfinder, and rod holders for those who want to mix cruising with light fishing.

Relax across multiple spaces, including a bow sundeck, bathing platform, and shaded bimini area. The layout includes a cozy cabin, one berth, a kitchen, and onboard bathroom facilities for added convenience during longer outings.

Captain Richard Carvalho brings extensive experience in canal boat tours, sightseeing cruises, and yacht excursions, ensuring a smooth, knowledgeable, and welcoming experience from start to finish.

Safety and navigation are fully equipped with GPS, radar, sonar, depth finder, chart plotter, VHF radio, anchor system, bow thruster, wheel steering, and life jackets for all guests.

Customize your trip with optional catch cleaning and filleting services. Onboard policies are guest-friendly: alcohol, glass bottles, red wine, and children are all welcome, and smoking is permitted.

Set sail on a timeless vessel and discover Washington from a unique perspective. Book your DC River Cruise today and turn an ordinary day into a memorable waterfront experience

Step aboard a true Chesapeake classic with DC River Cruises, a beautifully maintained 1961 Custom Chesapeake Deadrise Bay boat offering an unforgettable way to explore Washington's iconic waterways.

With space for up to 13 guests, this intimate charter is perfect for private sightseeing, relaxed canal tours, celebrations, or laid-back days on the water. Powered by a reliable 225 HP Detroit Diesel 671 inboard engine, she cruises comfortably at up to 12 knots, ideal for smooth, scenic journeys rather than rushed trips.

Onboard, you'll find everything designed for comfort and enjoyment:
Air conditioning for warm days, a full audio system with inside and outside speakers, WiFi, ice box, grill, baitwell, fishfinder, and rod holders for those who want to mix cruising with light fishing.

Relax across multiple spaces, including a bow sundeck, bathing platform, and shaded bimini area. The layout includes a cozy cabin, one berth, a kitchen, and onboard bathroom facilities for added convenience during longer outings.

Captain Richard Carvalho brings extensive experience in canal boat tours, sightseeing cruises, and yacht excursions, ensuring a smooth, knowledgeable, and welcoming experience from start to finish.

Safety and navigation are fully equipped with GPS, radar, sonar, depth finder, chart plotter, VHF radio, anchor system, bow thruster, wheel steering, and life jackets for all guests.

Customize your trip with optional catch cleaning and filleting services. Onboard policies are guest-friendly: alcohol, glass bottles, red wine, and children are all welcome, and smoking is permitted.

Set sail on a timeless vessel and discover Washington from a unique perspective. Book your DC River Cruise today and turn an ordinary day into a memorable waterfront experience

Richard Carvalho
Captain
Richard Carvalho
10 years of experience
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Trip availability and prices

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3 Hr – DC Monuments Tour
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM, 3:00 PM, 4:00 PM, 5:00 PM, 6:00 PM, 7:00 PM)
US $600
Private tour: up to 12 people
4 Hr – DC Monuments Tour
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM, 3:00 PM, 4:00 PM, 5:00 PM, 6:00 PM)
US $750
Private tour: up to 12 people
8 Hr – DC Monuments Escape
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM)
US $1,250
Private tour: up to 12 people
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FAQs about DC River Cruises

DC River Cruises offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $600 per group - 3 Hr – DC Monuments Tour (3 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 3 Hr – DC Monuments Tour - 1:00 PM (3 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 3 Hr – DC Monuments Tour - 10:00 AM (3 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 3 Hr – DC Monuments Tour - 11:00 AM (3 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 3 Hr – DC Monuments Tour - 12:00 PM (3 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 3 Hr – DC Monuments Tour - 2:00 PM (3 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 3 Hr – DC Monuments Tour - 3:00 PM (3 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 3 Hr – DC Monuments Tour - 4:00 PM (3 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 3 Hr – DC Monuments Tour - 5:00 PM (3 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 3 Hr – DC Monuments Tour - 6:00 PM (3 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 3 Hr – DC Monuments Tour - 7:00 PM (3 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 3 Hr – DC Monuments Tour - 9:00 AM (3 hours)
  • US $750 per group - 4 Hr – DC Monuments Tour (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group - 4 Hr – DC Monuments Tour - 1:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group - 4 Hr – DC Monuments Tour - 10:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group - 4 Hr – DC Monuments Tour - 2:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group - 4 Hr – DC Monuments Tour - 3:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group - 4 Hr – DC Monuments Tour - 4:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group - 4 Hr – DC Monuments Tour - 5:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group - 4 Hr – DC Monuments Tour - 6:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group - 4 Hr – DC Monuments Tour - 8:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group - 4 Hr – DC Monuments Tour - 9:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $1,250 per group - 8 Hr – DC Monuments Escape (8 hours)
  • US $1,250 per group - 8 Hr – DC Monuments Escape - 1:00 PM (8 hours)
  • US $1,250 per group - 8 Hr – DC Monuments Escape - 10:00 AM (8 hours)
  • US $1,250 per group - 8 Hr – DC Monuments Escape - 11:00 AM (8 hours)
  • US $1,250 per group - 8 Hr – DC Monuments Escape - 2:00 PM (8 hours)
  • US $1,250 per group - 8 Hr – DC Monuments Escape - 7:00 AM (8 hours)
  • US $1,250 per group - 8 Hr – DC Monuments Escape - 8:00 AM (8 hours)
  • US $1,250 per group - 8 Hr – DC Monuments Escape - 9:00 AM (8 hours)
When you book a trip with DC River Cruises, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • VHF Radio
  • Radar
  • Chart Plotter
  • Depth Finder
  • Bow Thruster
  • Anchor
  • Dinghy
  • Wheel Steering
  • Life Jackets
  • Bimini
  • Kitchen
  • Bow Sundeck
  • Bathing Platform
  • Air Conditioning
  • WiFi
  • Audio System
  • TV
  • Inside Speakers
  • Outside Speakers
  • Ice Box
  • Grill
  • Galley Stove and Oven
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Fishfinder
  • Baitwell
  • Rod Holders
Trips booked with DC River Cruises include:
  • Fishing Equipment
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
DC River Cruises offers the following activities:
  • Boat & Yacht Tours
  • Canal Boat Tours
  • Sunset Dinner Cruises
  • Eco-Tours

Your operator

Richard Carvalho
Richard Carvalho
Richard Carvalho

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

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1 Customer reviews
Response time 15 hours
Member since February 2026

Captain Richard Carvalho is based in Washington, DC, and operates a 2000 Carver 360 bay boat. He specializes in canal tours, boat charters, sunset cruises, and sightseeing adventures.

ID & license verified
1 Customer reviews
Response time 15 hours
Member since February 2026

Captain Richard Carvalho is based in Washington, DC, and operates a 2000 Carver 360 bay boat. He specializes in canal tours, boat charters, sunset cruises, and sightseeing adventures.

What the boat is like

Boat category
Center console boats
Boat type
Bay boat
Boat manufacturer
Custom
Boat Model
Chesapeake Deadrise
Year built
1961
Boat length
37 ft
Capacity
12 persons
Engine model
Detroit Diesel 671
Max crusing speed
12 knots
Powered by
1 x 225HP
Engine Type
Inboard
Fuel Type
Diesel
Number of cabins
1 cabin
Number of berths
1 berth
Number of heads
1 head
Number of toilets
1 toilet
Boat category
Center console boats
Boat type
Bay boat
Boat manufacturer
Custom
Boat Model
Chesapeake Deadrise
Year built
1961
Boat length
37 ft
Capacity
12 persons

Which kind of activities are offered

Boat & Yacht Tours
Canal Boat Tours
Sunset & Dinner Cruise
Eco-Tours

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
VHF Radio
Radar
Chart Plotter
Depth Finder
Bow Thruster
Anchor
Dinghy
Wheel Steering
Life Jackets
Bimini
Kitchen
Bow Sundeck
Bathing Platform
Air Conditioning
WiFi
Audio System
TV
Inside Speakers
Outside Speakers
Ice Box
Grill
Galley Stove and Oven
Wireless Trolling Motor
Fishfinder
Baitwell
Rod Holders

What's included in the trip price

Fishing Equipment
Catch cleaning & filleting

What’s allowed on the boat

Child Friendly
Alcohol
Glass Bottles
Shoes
Red Wine

What additional terms you should be aware of

Security deposit is not required

A refundable deposit is not required by the charter operator.


Fuel is not included

Fuel is not included in the price of the rental. Charter operator may charge you separately for the fuel used during your booking.

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

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How you can pay

Reserve with a 10% booking deposit, pay the captain the rest

When the captain confirms your trip, BoatBooker charges your credit card a 10% booking deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

 Visa

 Mastercard

 PayPal

 Bank transfer

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 2% charge will apply.

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