487210 — Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation, Water
Description
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in providing scenic and sightseeing transportation on water. The services provided are usually local and involve same-day return to place of origin (as defined in the official U.S. Census Bureau 2022 NAICS Manual).
Illustrative Examples
- Airboat (i.e., swamp buggy) operation
- Excursion boat operation
- Charter fishing boat services
- Harbor sightseeing tours
- Dinner cruises
Overview Facts
Legacy SIC Concordance
Trace the historical mapping chain from the 1987 Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) to the modern 2022 NAICS code format.
- SIC 4489 - Water Transportation of Passengers, NEC (via SIC1987:4489→NAICS1997:48721→2002:487210→2007:487210→2012:487210→2017:487210→2022:487210)
- SIC 7999 - Amusement and Recreation Services, NEC (via SIC1987:7999→NAICS1997:48721→2002:487210→2007:487210→2012:487210→2017:487210→2022:487210)
Suggested Product Service Codes (Advisory)
The following Product Service Codes (PSCs) are advisory suggestions aligned with this NAICS code. Note: NAICS and PSC codes map to different dimensions of procurement (industry vs. product/service). There is no official binding 1:1 crosswalk.
- PSC 3835 — Petroleum Production and Distribution Equipment
Source: DoD DPCAP PSC Selection Tool (Ingested: 2026-06-29)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is NAICS code 487210 valid in 2022? ▾
Yes, 487210 is a valid 6-digit 2022 NAICS national industry code representing 'Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation, Water' under Sector 48-49 in the official classification index.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS code 487210? ▾
The Small Business Administration (SBA) has established a small business size standard of $14,000,000 for NAICS code 487210 (Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation, Water), calculated based on receipts.
What is the legacy SIC equivalent for NAICS 487210? ▾
According to official Census Bureau concordance tables, NAICS code 487210 (Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation, Water) maps to legacy 1987 Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) codes: 4489 - Water Transportation of Passengers, NEC, 7999 - Amusement and Recreation Services, NEC.
Related Pages & Tools
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 487210:
- Sector 48-49 Directory Hub — List of related industries in the Transportation and Warehousing sector.
- SIC ↔ NAICS Crosswalk Tool — Look up mappings between legacy SIC codes and modern classifications.
- NAICS 487210 to SIC Crosswalk — Bidirectional mapping to legacy SIC codes (Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation, Water).
- SBA Size Standards Guide — Complete rules and averaging periods for small business classifications.
- Calculating Annual Receipts Guide — Detailed worked example of revenue calculation rules.
- IRS Principal Business Activity Guide — How NAICS codes map to corporate and entity tax filings.