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Spindrift Charters LLC: Sailboat Tours in Ithaca NY

Call now to book your custom sailing charter on Cayuga Lake! (607)280-7474

Cayuga Lake

Come explore Cayuga with us!

Spindrift Charters operates out of the southern end of Cayuga Lake with convenient access to the city of Ithaca and the beautiful surrounding area! Our charters are three or more hours with an experienced captain on the classic yacht S/V Spindrift. We offer trips for up to 6 guests. Opportunities are available for evening charters and a fully customizable experience. The lake is calling!

S/V Spindrift

1979 35.5 Bristol

The face of Spindrift Charters is S/V Spindrift, a 1979 Bristol  35.5. This boat is a classic sloop that features a single mast and beautiful full sails that carry the boat on at a quick, though comfortable pace. At 35.5 feet, she is about the largest sailboat that you will find on Cayuga Lake, with ample room for moving about on deck and enjoying the trip!

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Pontoon boat rentals.

Explore Cayuga Lake with the #1 pontoon boat rental location in Ithaca! Here at Clarkin Boat Rentals, we want you to get the full Cayuga Lake experience without the stress of owning your own boat. Your next unforgettable experience awaits you!

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Offering full day, half-day, week long rentals, and sunset cruises! Available from May-October.

Our top-of-the line rentals are fully outfitted for a fun and relaxing day on the water!

ITHACA CITY HARBOR

101 pier road, ithaca, ny 14850.

Our rental boats are conveniently docked right at the Ithaca City Harbor. Our prime location ensures you have everything you need for a fantastic day on the water.

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Cayuga Lake Boat Rentals

Pontoon Boat Rentals

• Fishing Boat Rentals

23' Chaparral Sunesta Rental

Canoe, Kayak, & Paddleboards

18' Fourwinns Rental

About cayuga lake boat rentals.

Cayuga Lake Boat Rentals is a family-run business dedicated to sharing our lifetime knowledge and love of Cayuga Lake. We offer rentals on a wide range of boats, equipment, and supplies satisfying any lake day desires.

Our current fleet includes top of the line Bennington pontoon boats, Sylvan fishing boats, Chaparral deck boats, kayaks, and paddleboards. In addition, we even provide the “little things” like fishing poles, tubes, water mats, coolers, and worms. Advice is free!

OUR LAKE Cayuga Lake, the longest of the Finger Lakes, is known for its fishing. Our targeted fish include lake trout, rainbow trout, brown trout, salmon, northern pike, pickerel, bass, bullhead, and perch. Bluegills and sunfish are also abundant. Cayuga Lake is an annual stop of The Bassmaster Elite Series.

Closer to the water’s surface, you’ll find locals and visitors swimming, tubing, water skiing, or just relaxing during the summer months. We even offer sunset cruises. There is nothing like watching a sunset from the water!

PICK-UP & DROP-OFF/DELIVERY AVAILABLE TOO Dean’s Cove Boat Launch (NYS Parks) the western shore of the lake, is one of our primary pick-up and drop-off location. There is plenty of parking, for a nominal fee, via their on-site kiosk. We also deliver right to your dock. Please call for more details.

Important: This is our launch site only. You will not find our offices here. Please call or book online to schedule your rental dates and times. We do accept same day rentals upon availability.

NEARBY RESTAURANTS

Fargo Bar & Grill

1833 Kitchen & Bar at The Aurora Inn

Bistro at Thirsty Owl Wine Company

Omalley’s Cabin on the Lake

Wolffy’s Bar & Grill

NEARBY WINERIES

Goose Watch Winery

Long Point Winery

Thirsty Owl Wine Company

Sheldrake Point Winery

LONG POINT STATE PARK

This is a great spot to take a break and relax with friends and family. Complete with restrooms, a nice playground, and easily protected areas for boats to tie up, it’s a favorite destination on the lake.

V isit Long Point State Park

Cayuga Lake Boat Rentals Services

• Pontoon Rentals
• Sunset Cruise Rentals
• Tube Rentals
• Water Mat Rentals
• Fishing Pole Rentals
• Kayak and Canoe Rentals
• Paddle Board Rentals
• Cooler with Ice Rental

Choose Your Cayuga Lake Adventure

25ft Bennington

175hp fuel-injected Yamaha® Seats 10 $500 Daily/Discounts for multiple days

150hp fuel-injected Yamaha® Seats 9 $350 per day/2 day minimum on this boat for this price

24ft SunTracker

60hp fuel-injected Mercury® Seats 10 $450 Daily/Discounts for multiple days

22ft Bennington

115hp fuel-injected Yamaha® Seats 10 $475 Daily/Discounts for multiple days

150hp fuel-injected Yamaha® Seats 10 $500 Daily/Discounts for multiple days

18ft FourWinns

4.3 fuel-injected Mercruiser® Seats 7 $375 Daily

23ft Sunesta

260hp Mercruiser® Seats 10 $500 Daily/Discounts for multiple days

14ft Sylvan

25hp Yamaha® Seats 4 $270 Daily

Paddleboards

Includes Paddle & Equipment Save with Multi-day Rentals Rates Vary

Canoe or Kayak

Includes Paddles & Equipment Save with Multi-day Rentals Rates Vary

Towable Tube

Available With Boat Rentals $35 Daily

Large Water Mat

Contact Us For Details $35 Daily

Booking FAQs

What do we need to bring for boat rentals? Just bring all that you need for a great day on the lake! This typically includes: sunscreen, snacks, beverages, towels, trash bags and fishing gear if needed.

Is the boat handicap accessible? Yes, we are able to get wheelchairs and walkers on and off the boats, it may require some assistance from our staff depending on the water levels.

Are pets allowed on board? Yes, as long as pets are well trained.

What happens if the weather is bad? Cayuga Lake Boat Rentals will decide if the weather is too severe to be on the water. If we decide not to send you out, we will try to reschedule you during your vacations time or a refund will be issued. We DO NOT cancel due to passing rain storms, cool temperatures or overcast skies. Please see further details on this in the check box upon booking.

What happens if we need to cancel? If you, the customer, cancels at any time, for any reason, there will be no refund unless the boat is reserved by someone else for that same date and time.

Are there life preservers on board (pfd)? Yes, the orange Type II jackets are provided however, If you are more comfortable with your own life jacket, please bring it. Life jackets are always required for passengers under the age of 12.

Is there a bathroom on board? No, these boats do not have bathrooms on them. There are bathrooms at the pick up location or across the lake at Long Point State Park.

Is smoking allowed? Smoking is allowed but you will be charged for any cigarette burns that may occur.

Can I leave the boat tied to a dock overnight? Dependent on weather conditions.

Contact Cayuga Lake Boat Rentals

CONTACT INFO Contact via Phone: (315) 515-0077

Contact via Email: [email protected]

BUSINESS HOURS Monday – Sunday 8:30am – 5:00pm

Sunset Cruises run from 6:00pm – 8:00pm daily on a seasonal basis (weather depending)

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Weekly Fishing Report – August 3, 2021

Aug 5, 2021

Fishing has been hit or miss with multiple storms and a large amount of debris and mud in the lake. Spiny fleas and then small algae blooms have created some challenges as well. With that said this past weekend once the weather leveled out proved to be one of the best...