Mackinac Bridge History Cruise with Shipwrecks, Folklore
Duration: 1 hour
You will be captivated by the stories of North America's tallest lighthouse and its keeper. Then, see the White Pine Point Lighthouse - a marvel of engineering and an engineering masterpiece. The most visited lighthouse in Michigan . . . .
Cruise the Straits on our comfortable cruiser, "The History Buff," where you will leave your cares behind and enter a world of ideas. Our professional cruise directors will help you to enjoy memorable moments as you cruise through more than five miles of tunnels. Marvel at the Beauty of nature's handiwork as you witness incredible mountain ranges, breathtaking scenery, sparkling blue waters in lakes and rivers, lighthouses, and more. You can ask questions and learn from the crew as they share their great knowledge and expertise.
The History Buff will dock in downtown Mackinaw City at Lakefront Park near the Baseball Hall of Fame and other historical museums which hold many stories of the Great Lakes Region. See the sights, shop, and then enjoy a delicious seafood dinner followed by dancing at the Grand Hotel.
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Mackinac Bridge, I-75, Saint Ignace, MI 49781
Take a trip under the Mackinac Bridge aboard Ugly Anne (an authentic North Atlantic wooden lobster boat from the Gulf of Maine). Information will be given by a local guide about the over 80 shipwrecks, building of the Mackinac Bridge and the car ferries that traversed the Straits for over 100 years. See Fort Michilimackinac and Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse from the water. Enjoy the cruise with historic video footage, live narration from natives to the Northern Great Lakes region, while traveling under the Mackinac Bridge. Questions are encouraged while on the tour.
Stop At: Colonial Michilimackinac, 102 Straits Ave, Mackinaw City, MI 49701-9400
Take a trip under the Mackinac Bridge aboard Ugly Anne (an authentic North Atlantic wooden lobster boat from the Gulf of Maine). Information will be given by a local guide about the over 80 shipwrecks, building of the Mackinac Bridge and the car ferries that traversed the Straits for over 100 years. See Fort Michilimackinac and Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse from the water. Enjoy the cruise with historic video footage, live narration from natives to the Northern Great Lakes region, while traveling under the Mackinac Bridge. Questions are encouraged while on the tour.
Stop At: Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse, 526 N Huron Ave Mackinaw City, MI 49701, Mackinaw City, MI 49701-9727
Take a trip under the Mackinac Bridge aboard Ugly Anne (an authentic North Atlantic wooden lobster boat from the Gulf of Maine). Information will be given by a local guide about the over 80 shipwrecks, building of the Mackinac Bridge and the car ferries that traversed the Straits for over 100 years. See Fort Michilimackinac and Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse from the water. Enjoy the cruise with historic video footage, live narration from natives to the Northern Great Lakes region, while traveling under the Mackinac Bridge. Questions are encouraged while on the tour.
Stop At: Ugly Anne Boat Cruises, 229 S Huron Ave, Mackinaw City, MI 49701-9692
Take a trip under the Mackinac Bridge aboard Ugly Anne (an authentic North Atlantic wooden lobster boat from the Gulf of Maine). Information will be given by a local guide about the over 80 shipwrecks, building of the Mackinac Bridge and the car ferries that traversed the Straits for over 100 years. See Fort Michilimackinac and Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse from the water. Enjoy the cruise with historic video footage, live narration from natives to the Northern Great Lakes region, while traveling under the Mackinac Bridge. Questions are encouraged while on the tour.
Pickup & Return:
201 S Huron Ave, Mackinaw City, MI 49701, USA
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Returns to original departure point
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Departure Times: 05:00 PM
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Includes:
- Live commentary on board
- Local guide
Does not include:
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Food and drinks (available to purchase)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
Additional Information:
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Minimum drinking age is 21 years old
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it's canceled due to poor weather, you'll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it's canceled because the minimum isn't met, you'll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
- Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
- Fogging the boat after each trip with State Chemicals Quick Defense NDC (Kills Human Corona-Virus in 3 Minutes). ·Hand sanitizer dispenser mounted on the side of the head on board Ugly Anne ·If you have any questions about our cleaning procedures, feel free to ask.
