Price from:
699 USD
About
Traverse Tall Ship Co. offers the premier day sailing experience in Traverse City! Join us for a relaxing, entertaining, 6-hour Private Power Island Package aboard the classic yacht Scout, as we cruise the spectacular waters of Grand Traverse Bay.
Once clear of the dock, guests are invited to help set Scout’s sails, the engine is shut off, and the ship glides along under wind power alone. You can sit back and take it all in, or become involved with the sailing of the vessel, assisting the crew with the lines, or perhaps even taking a turn at the wheel if conditions allow.
**What You Can Expect:**
We will sail lower West Grand Traverse Bay, affording a good view of the Traverse City waterfront, including landmarks such as the historic Park Place Hotel and the Great Lakes Maritime Academy with its 224 ft. training vessel, State of Michigan.
You’re welcome to help raise the sails and steer the ship (great photo op!).
Our friendly captain and crew love to chat one-on-one and answer your questions in this casual and friendly environment.
Once at Power Island, you may go ashore to enjoy hiking, picnicking, sunbathing, rock hunting, and swimming.
A relaxing sail back to “civilization” completes this memorable experience.
This option is an ideal family adventure!
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Rates
**Private Charter (up to 6 passengers)**
• $699 per charter
• 18% Automatic gratuity added to charter rate
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Available Times
**Daily starting mid-June through mid-August**
• 10 am - 4 pm
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Duration
6 hours
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What to Bring
• We strongly recommend sunscreen and a hat
• If you will be doing any hiking or swimming, bring clothes for those activities as well. We do provide complimentary soft drinks and snacks. Feel free to bring your own food and alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages.
• Please do not bring any large, hard-sided coolers, we do not have the space to safely accommodate them onboard
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What to Wear
• All passengers should wear rubber soft-soled sneakers/tennis shoes or sandals.
• Even at the height of summer it’s usually cooler on the water. We recommend having a jacket or sweater with you.
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Check-In Information
**M-22, just north of downtown Traverse City (Traverse City, MI)**
*Detailed directions will be included in your confirmation email.*
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Booking Notes
**Check-in and Free Parking**
**Directions from Traverse City:**
West Bay Shore Drive is also M-22. Approximately 1 mile north of the M-72 turn off (to Empire), CenterPointe Marina will be on your right (brown building with white seagulls on the side). The parking lot will be on your left, across the road from the marina. If using GPS, the address for the parking lot is 12920 S. West Bay Shore Drive, Traverse City, MI 49684.
**There is construction going on in Traverse City, please be mindful of the extra time it will take to get to the Center Pointe Marina.**
After parking, enter the pedestrian tunnel in the southeast corner of the parking lot. This tunnel will lead you under the road and to CenterPointe Marina. You will come out on the ground level of a parking deck. Walk straight ahead to the building and then to the opening on your right. Look to your left and there will be a white tent next to the building, and your captain will meet you there.
If anyone in your party has mobility issues or is concerned about the walk, please contact our office. We can give you directions to a convenient drop-off point, and then the driver can move the car to the parking area.
Please be sure to be at the tent 15 minutes prior to your scheduled sailing time. If you arrive early, please just wait at the tent for the captain to meet you.
**Important Notice:** Feel free to bring your own food and alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages with you, but please do not bring hard-sided coolers. The cruise also includes complimentary soft drinks and snacks. It is typically cooler out on the water so we recommend bringing a jacket or sweater with you. All passengers should wear soft rubber-soled shoes. No high heels, please!
**For questions regarding this activity, contact Traverse Tall Ship Company:**
Email: traversetallship@tallshipsailing.com
Phone: 231-941-2000
##Tipping:##
- Our captains and crew work very hard to ensure a first-rate experience for all of our guests. Tipping is customary and is typically 15-20%. Your tip should reflect your level of satisfaction with the experience.
