Meet the Owners of Tiki Hut Boats

Experience Salem harbor with Karen & Scott, the hearts behind Tiki Hut Boats.

Captain Scott

Meet Captain Scott

Captain Scott Paz designed and built the Tiki Time in the summer of 2019 and the Tiki Time Two in the winter of 2024–2025. Capt. Scott holds a 100 Ton Master NC License from the USCG and has fished the waters of New England commercially and recreationally for over 40 years. Passenger safety and comfort are his top priority.

Meet Captain Karen

Captain Karen is the owner, first mate, clean-up crew, witty sidekick, and Captain Scott’s wife. She holds a 25 Ton Master License from the USCG. Karen makes strangers feel like friends, and after 90 minutes on the boat, you might just become one. She loves gardening, spending time with family and pets, and bringing smiles to everyone on board.

Captain Karen
Leo

Meet Leo

Leo is our behind-the-scenes go-to guy and Karen’s dad. He handles everything from liquor and ice to lunch and merchandise. Sometimes you’ll catch him sitting on the dock, taking in the sights. Leo served in the Navy and enjoys being on the water, walking, golfing, and spending time with Karen’s mom, his wife of 60 years.

Meet Margo (Rita)

Margo is our 9-year-old lab mix, adopted from Northeast Animal Shelter in Salem in 2017. She may greet you on the dock, then quickly nap faster than you can ask for a Mai Tai.

Please note: Our dogs will be on every cruise as long as they are healthy.

Black dog wearing blue Hawaiian shirt
Corgi sitting on dock by marina

Meet Greta

Greta is the newest addition to our Tiki family, a purebred Pembroke Welsh Corgi with the Fluffie gene. She is soft, sweet, and full of personality. Born on August 31, 2023, Greta has already stolen our hearts—and even Margo seems happy to have a sister again. We hope Piper will guide Greta from above to be an amazing member of our Tiki crew.

Please note: Our dogs will be on every cruise as long as they are healthy.

Cruise With Us

Piper (2012 – Feb 1, 2023)

On February 1, 2023, our beloved Piper passed over the Rainbow Bridge. She fought CHF for over a year, lasting far longer than expected. The love she brought to us and our guests is immeasurable. She will be dearly missed this season.

If you have a photo of Piper from a previous cruise, please bring it on your next trip. We plan to create a traditional photo album dedicated to Piper to celebrate her memory.

Sweet dreams, baby girl. You are fur-ever in our hearts.

The Tiki Time

90-Minute Harbor Tours

Hours of Operation

Enjoy a Refreshing Cocktail

On Your Scheduled Cruise Day

Reviews From Bookeo. Go to Booking for Full Bookeo Reviews

Was the best experience!

We took some employees out and everyone loved it, super friendly staff, and the drinks are all made from scratch. Made me feel like us was in the virgin islands. Extra precautions were taken for Covi

Scott

one of THE BEST outings

Captain Scott and Karen created such a fun and laid back environment on the Tiki Hut Boat. The drinks were absolutely delicious! Such a cool concept. Feels like a 90 minute getaway on your own float..

Holley

Amazing time

Amazing time and awesome drinks!!! Scott and Karen were both so personable and professional. Definitely worth returning for!!!!

Nancy

This was our 3rd cruise..

consistently exceptional...But the best part is the two of you... No matter how many cruises you have done in the day, the week, or the season, you make us feel like we're the most important cruise...

Stacie

highlight of our trip

The tiki boat ride was the highlight of our trip. Thank you so much for the experience! We will definitely book again next time we are in Salem.

Chelsea

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We’ve been featured on Chronicle WCVB, WBZ, Salem Evening News, D-Tours, and more. Guests consistently praise our friendly staff, handcrafted drinks, and laid-back atmosphere.

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