Sail Presque Isle Bay with a captain and crew, plus two complimentary drinks
2 Hours
Up to 6 people
Captain & crew, 2 drinks
Explore Presque Isle Bay on a 2-hour daytime sail aboard Sotto Voce, with a Coast Guard Certified captain and crew. If wind permits, you’ll also head out onto Lake Erie while you relax and take in the views.
Please arrive 15 minutes before your adventure. Restrooms are recommended before departure.
Cancel at least 24 hours in advance for a full refund. If the operator cancels for weather, you can reschedule, get a gift card, or receive a full refund. No-shows are charged full price.
Wear flat, soft-soled shoes with non-marking soles (like sneakers). If you sail in May, June, or September, wear pants and bring a jacket.
Avoid heels, platforms, and flip-flops. Wear flat, soft-soled shoes with non-marking soles.
Yes, the boat has a restroom, but it is small. Use the marina facilities before you depart for more comfort.
Wolverine Park Marina
Presque Isle State Park curves into Lake Erie like a sheltering arm, and its quiet waters set the stage for one of the most relaxing ways to see Erie from a fresh angle. This sandy peninsula is Pennsylvania's only seashore, a place where lighthouses, lagoons, and wide beaches meet the open lake. Setting sail from Presque Isle Bay puts you right at the doorstep of the park, with its wooded shoreline drifting past as the breeze fills the sails and the city skyline softens into the distance.
From the deck of the sailboat, the calm bay waters give you a front row view of Presque Isle State Park's most photographed stretches of coast. You will glide past sheltered coves, watch sailboats and paddlers crisscross the bay, and feel the rhythm of the lake slow everything down. The sound of water along the hull, the snap of canvas overhead, and the long views back toward the green curve of Presque Isle State Park create a sensory experience you simply cannot get from the beach or the park roads. Compared to driving the loop or walking the trails, sailing reveals a side of Presque Isle State Park that most visitors never get to see.
This daytime sail is perfect for couples looking for something romantic, families wanting a memorable afternoon together, and travelers who would rather trade crowded attractions for open water and fresh lake air. Photographers will love the changing light over Presque Isle State Park, and anyone curious about Erie's maritime character will leave with a deeper appreciation for the peninsula's role in shaping the region. Whether you are visiting for the weekend or have lived nearby for years, sailing alongside Presque Isle State Park is an easygoing, scenic way to fall in love with the bay all over again.
Captain Scott and his crew have built something genuinely special on Lake Erie. Reviewers consistently rave about the warm, knowledgeable atmosphere on board, with Scott's passion for sailing and the Erie area coming through in every trip. The crew changes depending on the outing, but the quality stays consistent, and guests frequently call out how safe and comfortable they felt, even first-timers who had never set foot on a sailboat before. The range of experiences available is a real draw. Sunset cruises, sailing lessons, wine and food pairings with a sommelier, and even a sunrise sound bath have all earned glowing praise. Milestone celebrations like birthdays seem to be a particular specialty, with multiple reviewers noting how the crew went out of their way to make those moments feel memorable. There is one outlier one-star review calling the experience a rip-off, though it offers no specifics and stands in sharp contrast to the overwhelmingly positive feedback across hundreds of trips. It is worth noting that the wine pairing experience requires a minimum booking of four people, so smaller groups should factor that in when planning. Overall, this feels like a well-run, thoughtfully curated operation that earns its reputation.
It was the crown jewel to our experience in Erie. Captain Scott and his crew were professional, knowledgeable, had great suggestions about the area and at times quite funny. I'd recommend this to anyone looking to have a great and intimate sailing adventure with a real professional. If you're in Erie, this is a can't miss.
Ryan Miscavage
September 26, 2025
It was the crown jewel to our experience in Erie. Captain Scott and his crew were professional, knowledgeable, had great suggestions about the area and at times quite funny. I'd recommend this to anyone looking to have a great and intimate sailing adventure with a real professional. If you're in Erie, this is a can't miss.
Ryan Miscavage
September 26, 2025