The 15 Best Ghost Boat Tours

1.Ghost, Ghouls and Gallows Tour : Guided Tour with Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,212 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $29Our pick

Join guides such as Marvin, Arne, Murray, or Eddie for a 2.5-hour evening walk from Green Park to Tower Hill, mixing London ghost stories with a 25-minute Thames boat ride. Expect historic sites, dark parks, city views, and a lively guide, but note that the boat is a regular Uber boat rather than a dedicated ghost vessel.

“This tour was a great way to see some of the typical tourist attractions in London with a macabre twist. Our tour guide, Murray, was informative and entertaining as he took our group around London and explained parts of its haunting past. I would recommend this tour to anyone with a morbid curiosity.”

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2.Ghost Walk and River Thames Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,251 reviews · 2 hours · from $26Best value

Follow a guide from Green Park through dark tales tied to St James’s Palace, Westminster, the London Eye, and the Tower of London. Choose a 30-minute Uber Boat ride with an onboard bar, or take the Underground instead. Guides lead in English, French, or German.

“This tour surpassed our expectations! Our guide John was fantastic - a great storyteller and held our interest for 2+ hours. We were expecting some silly spooky stories but it ended up being a really cool way to learn about London history from a different perspective, and I appreciated that the stories were backed by historians too. I might be more than just ghost-agnostic now! The boat ride was also a fun add-on to finish the tour and continue seeing the sights.”

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3.Narrated Haunted Ghost Cruise of Charleston Harbor

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 418 reviews · from $45

Board Sandlapper Water Tours’ 45-foot catamaran, The Palmetto, at 9:15 p.m. for a 90-minute narrated cruise. Guides such as Lee and Chase tell Charleston ghost and pirate stories while Captain Mike and the crew guide you past waterfront sights. Drinks are available to buy, but food is not included.

“Mike and Robert were awesome! Such a fun night on the water with wonderfully entertaining stories! I would recommend this activity to all.”

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4.Port Adelaide: Dolphin and Ships Graveyard Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 375 reviews · 1h 30m · from $62

Cruise Port Adelaide with a skipper-guide such as Jim, Jason, Chris, or Alex, entering the Ships Graveyard and passing through the dolphin sanctuary and bird sanctuary. Expect maritime stories, possible dolphin sightings, wild birds, onboard toilets, and drinks for purchase.

“Chris and John were very knowledgeable and made the whole experience very enjoyable!”

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5.Haunted Harbor Tours – Galveston Ghost Boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 331 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $51Top rated

Board at Pier 21 for a one-hour night cruise through Galveston Harbor. Guides such as Adam, Rich, Tyler, and Ben mix ghost tales with island history, humor, music, and views of old ships, the cement ship, and the SpaceX launch site.

“I can’t recommend the Haunted Harbor boat tour in Galveston enough — it turned out to be one of the most memorable evenings I’ve had in town. From the moment we boarded at Pier 21 after sunset, the atmosphere felt just right: the gentle rocking of the boat, darkness creeping in over the water, and the distant glow of lights against the shoreline. The guides were fantastic: knowledgeable without sounding like a lecture, charming with a hint of dramatic flair. Their stories of shipwrecks, old legends, hurricane tragedy, and restless spirits were spooky and engaging without being over-the-top scary. They wove local history into the ghost tales in a way…”

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6.90 Minute Port River Dolphin & Ships Graveyard Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 321 reviews · from $63

Join Port River Cruises at Port Adelaide for a 90-minute cruise through the Ships’ Graveyard, Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary, and nearby bird sanctuary. Guides such as Alex, Jim, Naomi, and Jacob provide live commentary while you look for wild bottlenose dolphins from a small boat with a bathroom on board.

“The different viewing areas on the boat were great to see the sights along the river, and the crew members were very knowledgeable about the area. Seeing the pod of dolphins was a highlight.”

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7.Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary and Ships Graveyard Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 275 reviews · from $55

Launch with Adventure Kayaking SA and paddle through the Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary and Garden Island Ships’ Graveyard. Guides such as Luke, Phil, Pippa, Tim, and Oli teach beginners the basics, lead you through mangrove creeks, and help you look for Port River dolphins, birds, and historic ship hulks.

“Phil and Luke (our instructors) were very knowledgeable not just in kayaking but about the area. We had a lot of fun and the mangroves forest is beautiful. Not to mention the dolphins! You can drive to the place (plenty of parking spaces) or you can catch Uber (up to 15 minutes wait) from Port Adelaide :)”

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8.Salem by Boat – Witch Trials & Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 263 reviews · from $129

Sail from Boston to Salem with a guide such as Elizabeth, Stephanie, or Alex, then walk through the Witch Trials Memorial, Burying Point, Witch House, and Hocus Pocus sites. Sun through Thursday includes the Salem Witch Museum. Friday and Saturday include Real Pirates. Lunch and free time are on your own.

“Extremely crowded, however, people were friendly, patient and very helpful”

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9.Dolphin Sanctuary and Ships Graveyard Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 143 reviews · 3 hours · from $55

You’ll paddle sheltered creeks and the Port River with an English-speaking guide, looking for dolphins, birds, mangroves, and 20 historic shipwrecks. Guides such as Tom, Oliver, and Aaron have helped beginners find their rhythm. Bring water, sun protection, insect repellent, and shoes that can get wet.

“It was a great adventure & the guides have plenty of experience & knowledge of the area. I would highly recommend this to people travelling sole or in a group. Head to Port Adelaide after for a cold beverage and the Museums/ history of the area.”

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10.Clear Kayak Glow in the Dark Tour Through Winter Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 102 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $90

Paddle a clear, illuminated kayak through Winter Park’s canals and three connected lakes near Rollins College. Your guide, often Chad, Chris, or Jackson, teaches beginners, shares local stories, and points out wildlife and grand homes. The 90-minute outing suits couples, families, and first-time paddlers.

“Chris was a very knowledgeable guide. He was also thoughtful when making sure everyone got an opportunity to get their photos taken by him. Chris also made sure that we spent sometime to enjoy our time on the water to just take a look around and break for rests. My wife and I would highly recommend this. 9.5 out of 10 and a must do at least once. If I had to find anything to nitpick it would be brighter (better) lights for the kayaks. They were bright but would’ve emphasized the experience more in my opinion. Loved it and we’ve already recommended to friends and family!”

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11.Chicago Creepy Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 80 reviews · from $45

Spend 90 minutes on the Chicago River after dark, hearing ghost tales, mob stories, and strange city lore while famous landmarks glow around you. Guides such as Andy and Rich bring humor and energy, but the storytelling can vary. Bring a warm layer, arrive 30 minutes early, and enjoy the onboard restroom and bar.

“Its a load of fun just hope you dont have super loud people behind you. Would definitely do it again if I visit Chicago again.”

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12.Haunted Boat Tours in Providence

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 48 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $52

Cruise Providence’s waterways for about an hour with Captain Peter and guest guides from Providence Ghost Tours. Hear spooky tales tied to city landmarks, enjoy nighttime views, and bring your own drink if desired. Boats hold no more than 17 people and return to 101 Dyer Street.

“The guide was very good, the captain friendly and overall it was a pleasant and interesting experience. Initially, I thought the price a bit steep but the description said that you get a glass of wine or champagne as part of the trip, so I thought that would explain the extra cost. However, we never received the drink which brings me back to feeling it is overpriced.”

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13.Historic Gangsters & Ghosts Night Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 45 reviews · from $45

Board Mercury at Michigan and Wacker Drive for a 90-minute Chicago River cruise with a live English guide. Hear about the Eastland disaster, the Chicago Fire, H. H. Holmes, and mob-era Chicago while the Tribune Tower, Wrigley Building, Merchandise Mart, and Willis Tower glow after dark.

“Overall was a superb experience yet I need to mention a small discontent prior to take the tour, one of the ground employee he gave me an err info. which it almost cost me to loose the tour, even though I was there way before the required time. and glad that Iwas diligent and when I noticed that I'd did notade sense his info given to me I seek assistance by the location we're people purchase txs or request info a very courteous young lady staff asked me if she could assist me so she directed me to the correct dock. As I arrived to the correct dock this young…”

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14.Historical Haunted Bayou Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 35 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $79

Join Mystic Molly for a roughly one-hour haunted cruise through Bayou Caddy and the Mississippi Devils Marsh. Expect ghost stories, oak trees, possible alligator and heron sightings, then hot chocolate and s’mores at the campsite. The boat holds no more than six people.

“Lovely trip on the Bayou with a great historical guide. Very intimate no more than 6 passengers Very attentive to their patrons. A sweet southern experience”

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15.Haunted History Harbor Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 22 reviews · from $45

Join Sandlapper Water Tours aboard the 45-foot catamaran Palmetto for a 90-minute evening cruise through Charleston’s haunted past. An English-speaking guide, including guides such as Ed, shares tales of pirates, storms, wars, lost fortunes, Gullah beliefs, and ghostly homes while you view the Ravenel Bridge and USS Yorktown from the harbor.

“our group completely enjoyed this tour. The tour guide was enthusiastic & shared different stories from other haunted Charleston tours. The boat was. comfortable with amenities. Definitely recommend.”

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