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    Kids Sailing Cruise in Traverse City

    Raise sails, take the helm, and relax in the nets on a family catamaran sail

    4.8 stars• 505 reviews

    Duration

    1 hour 30 minutes

    Includes

    Sailing cruise, restrooms onboard

    Highlights

    Set sail on West Grand Traverse Bay aboard the Nauti-Cat. Join the crew or unwind while taking in views of Traverse City.

    • Help raise the mainsail and jib sail
    • Try hula hooping and blowing bubbles on board
    • Take a turn driving the Nauti-Cat
    • Relax in the catamaran's netted lounging areas
    • Use the two onboard restrooms

    Important details

    • Arrive 15 minutes before departure
    • Dress for the weather and bring a jacket when temperatures are below 70°F
    • Parking costs $40 on June 30, July 1, July 4, and July 7; it is free most other days

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    FAQs

    Dress for the weather. In hot conditions, wear shorts and a T-shirt. If it’s below 70°F, wear jeans, a T-shirt or sweatshirt, tennis shoes, and bring a jacket. You can also dress up for a special occasion.

    Yes. Jackets are available on board.

    Arrive 15 minutes before your start time.

    Meeting details

    615 E Front Street, Traverse City, MI

    Experience provided by Nauti Cat

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    Passenger

    $36.65

    (Adults)

    0

    Child

    $24.43

    (Ages 12 and under)

    0

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    Review summary

    4.8
    Excellent
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    Sailing Grand Traverse Bay with this crew consistently delivers the kind of afternoon or evening that ends up being a trip highlight. Reviewers rave about the friendly, attentive staff, with Captain Shane and first mate Steve earning specific praise for making guests feel genuinely welcome. The boat handles varied group sizes well, from intimate Tuesday sails with just a handful of passengers to fully booked sunset cruises, and the views of the bay are stunning regardless of when you go. The Champagne Sunset tour is a crowd favorite, complete with souvenir metal cups and a bar on board. The crew has even been known to whip up off-menu cocktails for guests, which gives the whole experience a personalized touch. One practical tip worth noting from guests: bring a jacket, as it can get breezy on the water even on warm days. Private events like corporate networking gatherings also get glowing feedback, so this works well beyond just couples and families. The booking and check-in process is described as smooth and straightforward. With ratings sitting near perfect across a large number of reviews, the consistency here is hard to ignore for anyone looking to get out on the water while visiting Traverse City.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Best way to spend an afternoon! With good friends on the water! A gentle breeze and nice music! I highly recommend putting a NautiCat cruise on your bucket list a couple times each summer ☀️

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    Joni Smiljkovski

    September 1, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Best way to spend an afternoon! With good friends on the water! A gentle breeze and nice music! I highly recommend putting a NautiCat cruise on your bucket list a couple times each summer ☀️

    Photo of Joni Smiljkovski

    Joni Smiljkovski

    September 1, 2026

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