Private Long Island Sound Lighthouse Tour launches in New York, offering close-up views of 14 historic lights on a customizable charter for up to six guests.
-- Monty’s Ark Adventures has unveiled its newest offering: a fully private, customizable Long Island Sound Lighthouse Tour, giving guests an unprecedented way to explore one of the Northeast’s most historically rich waterways. Designed for travelers seeking a premium on-water experience, the tour allows guests to discover 14 legendary lighthouses, often called the “Castles of the Sound”, from the comfort and privacy of a dedicated charter vessel.
Unlike crowded public ferries, this private tour offers a curated journey that traces both the New York and Connecticut coastlines. Guests are guided across open water to some of the region’s most striking and storied beacons. The experience blends sightseeing, storytelling, maritime history, and scenic photography opportunities, making it one of the most comprehensive lighthouse excursions available in the Long Island Sound region.
The tour highlights a remarkable collection of lighthouses, each with its own unique architecture, navigational importance, and historical significance. Visitors will encounter structures dating back to the late 1700s, as well as offshore lights built on isolated reefs and man-made islands. From early navigational towers that protected merchant ships to more modern sparkplug-style lights that still guide boaters today, the route captures centuries of maritime evolution.
Guests can expect close-up views of destinations such as Execution Rocks, Stepping Stones, Eatons Neck, Huntington Harbor, Stratford Shoal, Greens Ledge, Sheffield Island, and more. Many of these lighthouses are inaccessible on foot and rarely seen from such a close vantage point, making the tour a valuable opportunity for lighthouse enthusiasts, photographers, educators, and travelers seeking a distinctive nautical adventure.
Monty’s Ark Adventures designed the tour to be flexible, allowing groups to spend extra time at points of interest, adjust the pace, and tailor the experience to their preferences. With capacity for up to six guests, the charter creates an intimate setting ideal for families, history buffs, small groups, and visitors wishing to explore the Sound without the limitations of public tour schedules.
The Long Island Sound Lighthouse Tour also places a strong emphasis on the dramatic stories that surround these maritime landmarks. The route includes sites linked to shipwrecks, heroism, engineering breakthroughs, and regional folklore. From tales of treacherous shoals to accounts of keepers who braved storms in complete isolation, the experience paints a vivid portrait of life along the historic waterway.
Travelers interested in reserving a Long Island Sound Lighthouse Tour or learning more about available charters can visit montysarkadventures.com or call (516) 636-3094.
About Monty’s Ark Adventures
Monty’s Ark Adventures offers private, customizable boat charters throughout New York Harbor, Long Island Sound and the surrounding waterways. Led by USCG-licensed Captain Steve, who brings over 50 years of experience, the company creates unforgettable on-water experiences ranging from relaxed skyline cruises to adventurous coastal excursions.
With a focus on safety, comfort and tailored itineraries, Monty’s Ark Adventures gives guests the perfect way to explore New York from the water.
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Name: Stephen Marshall
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Organization: Monty’s Ark Adventures
Address: New York
Phone: 516-636-3094
Website: https://montysarkadventures.com/
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