Of course the answer is, anytime! However, here is our best attempt to describe how to choose the time of day that is best for you… Morning (8am-Noon) – This is typically the calmest part of the day. The conditions on the first tour can be lake-like. Afternoon (Noon-5pm) – This is the height of the “action”. If you want to be out riding (safely) alongside ferries, tour boats and mega-yacht… Midday is the time to do it. Late Afternoon (5pm-8pm) – Anytime in NY Harbor is beautiful, but late afternoon takes the cake. The water generally starts to calm, boat traffic diminishes and the sun starts going down on yet another day in the greatest city in the world. Breathtaking!