Oyster Farm & Kayak Tours

Farm Tours have concluded for 2022. 

• We'll list our 2023 dates by mid to late Spring 2023.
• Sign up for our email list or follow us on social media so you know when we post those dates.  
• Purchase a farm tour gift certificate in our online store.  

Oyster Farm & Kayak Tour Info 

Only 50 miles east of Manhattan, Blue Island Oyster Farm offers a tour full of adventure and fun on the beautiful Great South Bay. The setting is beautiful and serene with gorgeous views of the Fire Island Lighthouse. There is no other place quite like it, anywhere: warm sunshine, fresh air and breathtaking views. 

Our tour includes the following and lasts approximately 3 hours

• A traditional New England lobster roll picnic lunch with dessert. 
• Enjoy lots of farm fresh Blue Island oysters.
• Guided kayak eco-tour around our oyster farm, the surrounding back meadows and wilderness.
• Provide your own beverages and our friendly staff will be sure to keep your glasses full. 
• Learning the history, biology & geography of oysters, as well as the tools and tactics of oyster farming and how our “Island Dock” and Oyster Farm works.

Tour Schedule

Public Tours run on select Saturday mornings weather permitting.

Private Tours are available on additional days and times. Inquire for availability. 
Reservations are required.
*** There is a maximum amount of guests per tour, so book early to ensure your space. ***

Tour Meeting Location
Your tour will start with a short boat ride that departs from the Captree Boat Basin, located at 3500 E. Ocean Parkway Babylon, NY 11702.

Cost
Public Tours | $120 per person which includes all taxes and fees. Gratuity is not included in this amount but greatly appreciated.

Private Tours* | A minimum of $1200.00 (which includes all taxes and fees), for up to 10 guests, and $120.00 each additional person up to 16 guests total. Plus an additional $15 per guest gratuity.  

Parking Fee | New York State charges a cash only $8.00 fee per vehicle to park for any vehicles without an Empire Pass.

We recommend bringing the following

• Waterproof Camera
• Sunglasses
• Towels
• Bathing Suit
• Water Shoes
• Binoculars
• Sunscreen

Please Note

• All guests must be 12 years or older, no exceptions. 
• Reservations are made on a first come, first served basis and must be paid in full to hold your space.  

TO RESERVE YOUR SPACE

Book Online* | Sign up for our Email List so you know when our 2023 farm tour dates become available
Call | 631.750.5986 
Email | Events@BlueIslandOysters.com

*Booking online is the quickest most efficient way to ensure your reservation is confirmed and complete once the public farm tour dates are listed online in the Spring.