Explore The Jersey Shore With Sand Bar Joe
Wildwood Private Pontoon Boat Cruises
Now Booking for Spring & Summer 2026
🎉 Every Cruise is Always BYOB & Pet Friendly 🎉
Holiday Brunch Cruise
90 Minute Scenic Back Bay Cruise
Spot ospreys, herons, and local wildlife thriving in this lively ecosystem. Whether you’re a nature buff, family, couple, or a bachelor or bachelorette party ready to celebrate, this cruise blends serenity with excitement. With Sandbar Joe at the helm, enjoy a personalized ride on a comfy vessel—perfect for sipping drinks, capturing photos, or cheering the bride- or groom-to-be with a scenic backdrop.
Private Wildwood Boat Cruises
3 Hour Sandbar Adventure
With Sandbar Joe at the helm, enjoy a personalized ride on a comfy vessel—perfect for sipping drinks, capturing photos, or cheering the bride- or groom-to-be with a scenic backdrop. Relish panoramic Wildwood shoreline views, breathe the salty air, and let the gentle waves set the mood. Weather-dependent for optimal conditions, this trip is a shore standout. Bring your camera, a light jacket, and your party vibe—bachelors and bachelorettes, don’t forget your sashes or shades!
Private Wildwood Boat Cruises
4.5 Hour Ultimate Sandbar Adventure
Whether you’re toasting a bride- or groom-to-be with cocktails in hand, or soaking in the Jersey Shore’s natural beauty with friends and family, Sandbar Joe delivers a personalized ride on a comfortable vessel. Spot herons and ospreys, feel the breeze, and make it your own—bachelors and bachelorettes, bring your shades, sashes, and playlists! This adventure blends relaxation, celebration, and shore charm. Pack a cooler, swimsuits, and your party spirit for a day of fun on the water.
Private Wildwood Boat Cruises
90 Minute Private Sunset Cruise
Watch for herons and ospreys against the twilight glow, feel the cool breeze off the water, and savor the moment—bring your drinks to toast the scene! With Sandbar Joe steering, you’ll enjoy a cozy, personalized ride on a vessel built for comfort. Weather-dependent for the perfect sunset, this tour offers a front-row seat to nature’s daily masterpiece.
Private Wildwood Boat Cruises
Sand Bar Joe's Famous Floating Food Tour
Set sail on a one-of-a-kind culinary cruise through Wildwood’s back bays! This three-stop, three-hour pontoon tour features signature bites and waterfront views at Surfing Pig, The Wharf, and Ship N Shore. Available Tuesday through Thursday, it’s the perfect midweek adventure for food lovers, locals, and vacationers alike — complete with local stories, unforgettable flavors, and bayside charm.
Holiday Brunch Cruise
Polar Express Brunch Cruise
Celebrate the Season on the Bay with Our Family-Friendly Holiday Cruise
Step aboard for a Polar Express–inspired brunch on Wildwood’s back bays. Sip hot cocoa, enjoy holiday treats, and cruise past winter waterfront views while the kids wear pajamas, listen to stories, and soak in the magic of the season.
2 Hour Cruise
Winter Igloo Experience
Cozy Up in a Private Heated Igloo with Sparkling Bayside Views
Snuggle into a heated igloo on our pontoon deck and watch the lights of Wildwood shimmer off the water. Bring your own drinks, blankets, and friends for a relaxed winter night on the bay with music, photo-worthy views, and zero crowds.
Holiday Gift Offer
Holiday Gift Card Sale
Give the Gift of a Future Sandbar Joe’s Adventure on the Water
Load a Sandbar Joe’s gift card with cruise credit and let them choose their perfect day on the bay. From brunch cruises to after-dark parties, gift cards are flexible, easy to send, and the simplest way to wrap up a Wildwood experience.
Sandbar Joe's FAQs 📢
Is there a bathroom on board?
No. We can always stop at a waterfront restaurant or bar if needed.
Where do I get on Sandbar Joe?
We are located at the Bayview Marina in West Wildwood right behind the Acme on 26th street in North Wildwood.
626th W 26th Ave, Wildwood NJ, 08260
Live on the bay or in Stone Harbor? Contact us for a dockside pickup.
When should I arrive?
Guests must arrive no less than 30 minutes prior to departure. BOATS LEAVE AS SCHEDULED. This ensures a smooth check-in and timely departure. The marina has food trucks occasionally and places to sit.
How many passengers can we bring?
How long is the cruise?
Choose from our 90-minute or 4hr options. Call for inquiries about additional time.
Are children allowed?
Infants are not but children aged 3-12 are welcomed. We provide a life vest.
What should I bring?
We provide the fun, a cooler and water/ice. Guests are encouraged to bring sunscreen, bug spray, their phone, wallet, ID, and any desired food / drink. If you get cold bring along a sweater.
Can I bring food or drink on the boat?
Absolutely! Bring whatever you like! We recommend bringing easy snacks and appetizers, and there is a cooler with ice and water onboard already for you.
Contact us for catering options or to add a private chef and/or mixologist.
Is there parking?
Yes, our marina and street have plenty of free parking
Is there a dress code?
Bathing suits, tanks, shorts…whatever is comfortable. It can be windy on the water – we do recommend sweaters / jackets.
Should I tip the crew?
Yes, please! A 20% tip paid directly to your captain or crew is standard.
Do I need to bring a speaker?
No, we have music onboard and will play whatever you’d like
What happens if there is inclement weather?
We believe in the Cape May bubble… it never rains in Wildwood! 😊 In the event of a downpour, we will cancel but do note the boat goes out on overcast days.