Frequently Asked Questions

Alpenglō accepts up to 6 guests and all ages are welcome aboard. Guests must be in good health, able to board the boat from our tender if necessary and be able to handle short stairways.

Compared to a traditional single-hulled boat (monohull), a catamaran offers a distinctly different feel when sailing, primarily due to its increased stability and reduced motion. Catamarans don’t heel (tilt) as much as monohulls. This translates to a more level platform, making it more comfortable and less prone to seasickness, especially for those who are new to sailing or prone to motion sickness.

Comfortable attire is always best and shoes will be left in our shoe basket upon boarding. It is always cooler on the water so we recommend guests bring a sweater or jacket along with them.

Day charter guests should bring easy on and off shoes, comfortable clothing, sunglasses with a croakie, swimsuits (if desired), a towel, water bottle (filtered water always available), lotion based sunscreen, sun shirts, an extra change of clothes should you play in the water, books, magazines, anything you might bring to the pool or the beach on a warm day.

Please leave spray sunscreens, leather goods, high heels, fancy bags or anything sensitive to saltwater splashes at home or in your vehicle.

Our cruises are BYOB. You may bring beverages and light bites along for your cruise or tour, we will have ice and coolers at the ready. Catering services are available as well. Our staff is happy to pour, plate and serve you with our drinkware, platters & serve ware so you don’t need to prep a thing. We provide wonderful charcuterie boards through our partner Charcuterie Company ‘ABOARD’, please request 5 days ahead if possible. There is always drinking water available although we recommend you bring an insulated water bottle with you.

The Captain will meet you at the prearranged boat dock or pick you up via yacht tender at the Oxford or Bellevue Ferry Beaches located on either side of the Tred Avon River. Please arrive 10 minutes before your departure time. We are always happy to coordinate arrival from a special location, please inquire!

Oxford Ferry Landing: For guests staying in or near Oxford or Easton, MD. Address: 101 East Strand, Oxford, MD 21654 (End of Rt. 333, street parking available)

Bellevue Ferry Landing: For guests staying in or near Easton or St. Michaels, MD. Address: Bellevue Landing, Royal Oak, MD 21662 (End of Rt 329), (public parking lot available adjacent to the playground)

Electric flush restrooms are always available for guests on the boat.

We will provide life jackets, Bluetooth speakers, 2 coolers, ice, drinkware, platters, plates, cutting boards, knives, utensils, corkscrew/bottle opener, drink cozies, napkins, and trash bags & trash disposal.

YES! We love a good celebration on Alpenglō! We are happy to help guide you with ideas to make the experience extra festive and offer full event planning services should you need help finding a photographer, officiant, caterer, bartender etc.

Charter dates are always flexible. Send us an inquiry or give us a ring with an idea of your charter date or date range and we will see what we can make happen. Charters operate 7 days a week and daily start and end times are ultimately up to what works best for you and the captain.

Captain Ridge holds certification from the US Coast Guard, and the vessel is maintained to the highest standards. Life Jackets are available on the boat but are not required to be worn by adults and children. USCG Infant life jackets & toddler life jackets are required and available although we recommend you bring what fits your little ones best so that they are comfortable.

Alpenglō features covered seating areas with full weather enclosure in the cockpit as well as comfortable inside salon seating for your entire group. The captain will evaluate and make weather decisions as early as possible before departure as weather can change quickly. Daily charters may be rescheduled or cancelled with a full refund if the captain determines we are unable to depart. On multi-day charters we may choose to stay at the dock or on anchor at any time until we can safely resume the trip. Shore & Island Co. reserves the right to cancel the charter at any time due to severe weather. In such a case, the charterer may choose to rebook on another date or receive a refund of all unused deposits and fees.

We understand—life happens. Sometimes cancellations are unavoidable. We offer a full 100% refund up to 30 days prior to the start of charter, a 50% refund if cancelled less than 30 days prior and no refund if cancelled less than 48 hours before start. Chesapeake based tours & charters can be paid online on our booking portal. Bahamas based charters can be paid via PayPal, Venmo, Check & Bank Transfer.

Please inquire. A captain & mate must be secured to operate the vessel.

Taxes & gratuity are additional with all charter types. Depending on your charter destination, the cost of food/provisions, onshore drinks & meals and generator use for A/C will be billed separately based on your needs and preferences.

Gratuity is not included in your base charter fee. It is customary to tip the crew 15-20% as you would a restaurant for satisfactory service. Tips can be paid in cash or by Venmo/Cashapp/Credit Card at the time of booking.

Pets are not permitted aboard Alpenglō.

Smoking or vaping of any kind is not permitted aboard Alpenglō, at the dock or associated property.