Your Questions Answered
Our tiki cruises are all BYOB so bring cups and load up your iced-down coolers with all your favorite beer, wine, champagne, spirits, mixers, and fresh fruits (for making orange/grapefruit/lemon crushes), etc. The Rehoboth Bay Marina also has access to bags of ice in the event you need it. Complimentary bottled water will be provided on the tiki boat.
Yes, we recommend that you bring apps or trays (subs, sandwiches, pizza, charcuterie boards, etc.) of food with you. There is plenty of counterspace on the boat to eat and drink. There are also restaurants located within walking distance to grab take-out food.
The Dewey Post - (302) 260-9566
Grotto Pizza – (302) 227-3407
Every one of our boat captains are USCG licensed Master Captains. They are experienced and will assure a safe ride for all passengers according to coast guard rules and regulations.
Yes, this is the Coast Guard requirement for the vessel and every passenger has access to a type 1 PFD life jacket.
Yes, children of ages 3 and above are welcome on our tiki cruises. They are also price discounted.
For safety purposes and US Coast Guard regulation, all children ages 13 and under must wear a life jacket at all times.
Our tiki boats carry up to 18 guests per cruise under US Coast Guard Vessel Rules and Regulations.
We have 3 pick-up locations:
- Dewey Beach
- Rehoboth Beach
- Pot-Net Communities including the Peninsula
For Dewey Beach, we recommend either being dropped off on 109 Collins Avenue at the “Rehoboth Bay Marina”. There is public parking on both Collins Avenue or Van Dyke Street are available on a first come, first serve basis. Please do not park in the reserved parking spaces as you will most likely be towed. You may also want to consider taking the Jolly Trolley as it comes by every 15 minutes. Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled departure time.
Please call us for our Rehoboth Beach and Pot-Nets pick-up locations at (302) 241-0584.
We recommend you make your reservation through our website. It is extremely easy and convenient. If you also have a coupon code, please just enter the code into the box for your discount.
The tiki boat is meant for comfort, relaxation, and Rehoboth Bay enjoyment. Our boat will cruise at approximately 4-7 miles per hour.
Good Vibes Tiki Cruises operates in rain or shine thanks to our synthetic thatched-covered roof. The Master Captain will always make the final determination to cancel, or turnaround based on high winds or thunderstorms. We always operate under United States Coast Guard rules and regulations.
In the event we cancel the cruise due to unfortunate circumstances or mother nature, we will provide a gift certificate (voucher), or we will do our best to accommodate another immediate tiki cruise for your group. Again, the Master Captain always makes the final determination of each cruise. No shows will be charged full price.
Gratuity is always appreciated, and we typically recommend whatever amount you wish to leave for the two of them to split. They will provide a wonderful and unforgettable tiki cruise experience for all the guests.
Yes, our Good Vibes tiki boat has a restroom onboard! We also recommend your group still use the Rehoboth Bay Marina bathroom beforehand, which is located on the side of the building.
Please do not discard/flush FEMALE PRODUCTS into our toilet on the boat. They are not made for marine-based toilets. It will immediately back-up the toilet bowl and make it hard for anyone else to use. We provide a trash can plus Ziploc bags for discarding items.
It also costs us $950 for a marine-based plumber to come out and repair. The process is laborious and can also take a week for a plumber to come out to us.
Thank you for your understanding!
Our tiki boat is larger (18 passengers) than most tiki boats in Dewey Beach so we can host just about anything you desire. From sightseeing to private birthday parties, bachelorette/bachelor, retirement celebrations, corporate events, engagement parties, weddings, and anything else you would want to host.
Neither one is ever permitted on our tiki boat, dock, or anywhere on the marina property at any time.
TERMS and CONDITIONS:
We do not issue refunds for cancellations. We will provide you a gift certificate (voucher) for another tiki cruise date.
Cancellations due to inclement weather will always be the decision of the licensed Master Captain and under US Coast Guard regulations. Always prepare for the cruise to go out in rain or shine. In the event your cruise is cancelled, we will work with you to reschedule a new date and time or issue you a voucher to use for another time.
The Master Captain has full discretion to dismiss any passenger from the tiki boat at any time during the cruise which includes intoxication. You will not be permitted aboard the boat if visibly intoxicated or impaired. No refunds are provided for behavioral issues along with alcohol related cancellations. No shows will be charged full price.
Please understand there are no refunds for passengers that cancel out on attending the cruise.
Please consider the Peek Pro Trip Protection Plan when booking, if you are concerned about cancellation. This will provide you some assurance.
In rare circumstances, Good Vibes Tiki Cruises reserves the right to change the times of each cruise by as much as 15-30 minutes depending on mother nature, tardy guests, and unforeseen circumstances beyond our control. This only means we may leave slightly earlier or later. So do not worry, your group will always receive the allocated 2-hour cruise time.