Closed for the 2024 Season...see you in May!
About Us
The Yacht
Island Time is a beautiful, spacious and well-equipped 45' climate-controlled Yacht. Its features include A/C, Generator, Sat TV, XM radio sound system, Hydraulic Swim Platform/boat lift, 2 staterooms, 2 baths, flybridge seating, custom cockpit table, sunshades, chairs, RIB tender w/30hp outboard, 2 fridges/freezer, freshwater transom water, floats, cooler, towels, +++
All Charters are crewed with a fully COVID-19 vaccinated USCG 100-ton Licensed Master Captain and a professionally trained Stew/First Mate.
Charter Options
Full-Day Destination Boat Charter - (10:00-4:00 or 9:00-3:00) $1400. Private and All-Inclusive, including lite breakfast and lunch. See sample itineraries. Further destinations may be subject to fuel surcharge. Max. 6 persons and alcohol not included.
Sunset Cruise - Private 2-hour Bay & Chester River Cruise $500. Max. 6 persons. Departs approximately 2-hours before sunset (weather permitting).
Custom Charter (3-hour Min. $250/hr.) - (e.g. Bridal Showers, family get-togethers, Birthday's, etc.). Call Captain Paul and he'll work with you to plan a unique and memorable experience. Max. 6 persons.
Sample Destinations
All Charters depart Kent Narrows, (Grasonville) MD.
Full-day Ports of Call include St Michaels, Rock Hall, Annapolis or a just a day on the water swimming, sunning and being on Island Time.
Baltimore Inner Harbor, or other more distant ports of call may require a fuel surcharge.
Sample Full-day Itineraries
The St. Michaels/Miles River Experience - Begin your private charter by boarding in Kent Narrows, MD. After a tour of the Kent Narrows waterfront enjoy a light breakfast, including local fresh fruit and fresh baked breads. Head south and begin exploring the beauty of Prospect Bay and Eastern Bay on your way to St. Michaels. After a tour of St. Michaels waterfront, drop anchor and dingy in or tie up to the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum and spend the next couple hours enjoying historic St. Michaels. Enjoy lunch or charcuterie tray, then depart St. Michaels and explore the pristine Wye River before heading back to port.
The Rock Hall/Chester River Experience - Begin your private charter by boarding in Kent Narrows, MD. After a tour of the Kent Narrows waterfront, enjoy a light breakfast, including local fresh fruit and fresh baked breads. Head north and begin exploring the beauty of the Chester River and the Chesapeake Bay on your way to Rock Hall. After a tour of Rock Hall waterfront, drop anchor and dingy in or tie up and spend the next couple hours touring historic Rock Hall. Enjoy lunch or charcuterie tray on board then depart and cruise up the Chester River. Anchor in a quiet cove and enjoy the water and/or cool beverage before heading back to port.
Meet your Crew
Island Time is owned and operated by Captain Paul Bize
Capt. Paul holds a USCG 100-ton Master Captains license. He boats out of Grasonville, MD and has over 30 years of practical boating experience on the Chesapeake Bay. He has delivered boats up and down the East Coast and is also available for providing personal on-water instruction or East Coast deliveries.
First Mate/Chef Trina
First Mate Trina is Capt. Paul's wife. Trina has over 30 years' experience in the hospitality industry. She is the scheduler and Chef in charge of planning, preparing and serving all food items and tending to the needs of our guests.
Captain Kate
Capt. Kate is Capt. Paul's daughter and also holds a 100-ton Master Captains license. She has served on yachts up to 110' up and down the east coast and Bahamas, including running bareboat and crewed boat charters in the BVI's. She holds all of the professional credentials for chartering. One of her specialties is providing personal on-water boat handling instruction for women.
Booking and Cancellation Policy
2024 Season: May 1 - Sept 30
Bookings and Payments:
- To make a reservation please contact us directly by phone; (703) 926-5668.
- A deposit of $300 is required to confirm your booking. Deposits can be made via Zelle, Cash or Check.
- The balance can be paid by Zelle, Cash or Check on day of charter.
Refund and Rescheduling Policy:
- Things happen. If you are unable to keep your reservation, please call ASAP.
- Charters can be fully refunded or rescheduled to an alternative available date without cost up to 2-days prior to charter via phone call only.
- However, no shows and no calls will mean the loss of your deposit.
Weather Policy:
- If the weather forecast is simply a chance of showers, scattered thunderstorms, isolated thunderstorms or chance of thunderstorms, we will discuss an alternative safe and fun route with guests prior to our departure. Generally, we avoid these passing thunderstorms by consulting with weather radar or stay closer to port.
Payments: We currently accept payments via Zelle, Cash, or personal check. We appreciate your patience as we are working to improve payment options.
Frequently Asked Questions
Please contact us at paul.bize@gmail.com for any questions.
Captain, Stew/First Mate, fuel, center console tender, grill, charcuterie board or catered lunch, towels, chairs, noodle floats, cockpit frig, snacks, bottled water, soda and a good time!
Bring your personal items, sunscreen, camera, alcoholic beverages, and a great outlook! We'll provide everything else you'll need for a memorable Cruise on the Bay.
All costs are included, but if you received exceptional service tipping your stew is always appreciated. Tipping the Captain is not necessary.
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Contact Us
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