At a Glance
Treat yourself like a VIP on a Seastreak Santa Brunch Cruise through NYC Harbor! You’ll love our buffet of delicious breakfast favorites and local specialties. Make memories that will last a lifetime!
- Departing Highlands, NJ and Exploring NYC Harbor
- December 6th, 12th, 13th, 19th, and 20th, 2026
- ~3 hours
- $99 adults, $69 children (3-12), $29 infants (0-2)
Santa Brunch Cruise in NYC Harbor
Tis’ the season!
Wondering how to get the family into the holiday spirit? A Santa Brunch Cruise in NYC Harbor is a great place to start!
Board in Highlands, NJ and travel throughout New York Harbor to admire the stunning city skyline. A delicious brunch will be served on the way up, along with as much hot cocoa as you can drink! We’ll make a brief stop downtown to pick up two surprise guests (Hint: Ho Ho Ho)! Our special guests will ensure that the ride back to NJ is packed full with holiday magic, cheer, carols, and story-telling. The kids are going to love it.
- Enjoy the striking NYC skyline from the water
There’s something magical about NYC in December. Cruise by all the beautiful landmarks and take-in the holiday season.
- Santa!
Santa and Mrs. Claus will board from NYC after brunch is served. Their arrival will be announced to allow everyone onboard the chance to wave hello to the surprise guests on the dock. The entertainers will engage with the kids, spread good cheer, tell stories, and listen to everyone’s holiday wishes!
While the kids wait for their turn to visit Santa, games, activities, and balloon art will keep them entertained!
- A delicious brunch that the kids will love too!
A tasty brunch will be available to all passengers on the way north to the city. A yummy, family-friendly buffet menu including macaroni and cheese, chicken fingers, waffles, tater tots, cheese egg bake, bacon, sausage breakfast links, sausage peppers and onions, caesar salad, chicken noodle soup, bagels, croissants, and scrumptious holiday treats will be served.
Head over to the full-service bar for hot cocoa, holiday drinks and refreshments!
Schedule & Pricing
Buy your tickets online, in advance!
Departure Dates (2026)
| — | December 6 |
| December 12 | December 13 |
| December 19 | December 20 |
| Saturdays | Sundays |
Departure & Arrival Times
| Departing from Highlands, NJ | |
|---|---|
| Highlands, NJ Departure Time | Highlands, NJ Arrival Time |
| 10:30 AM | Approx. 1:30 PM |
Passenger Pricing
| Adults | Children (3-12) | Infants (0-2) |
|---|---|---|
| $99 | $69 | $29 |
*Tickets for this cruise are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.*
Window Table Reservations
There are a limited number of tables onboard our vessels. For this cruise, there are 6 seats per table and we are offering reservations for these limited window tables. Please note that these window table reservations do not include passenger tickets, it is strictly to reserve the window table.
| Window Table (6 seats per table) |
| $99 |
*Table reservations for this cruise are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.*
Event Route
Seastreak Ferry Terminal at Highlands
326 Shore Drive - Highlands, NJ 07732View Map
Ticket Office Hours
Mon-Weds: 5:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Thurs-Fri: 5:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Sat-Sun: 8:15 AM* - 8:15 PM
*Earlier for Sat/Sun Fall Event Cruises
Directions, Nearby Amenities, Additional Details
Port Features
- Bike Rack
- Covered Waiting Area
- Free Daytime Parking
- Handicap Accessibility
- Refreshments
- Restrooms
New York Harbor
New York Harbor