Guided Crab & Cake Tour of Smith Island
Cruise Smith Island’s villages, crab culture, and cake-making traditions
Duration
6 hrs
Includes
Crab cake lunch, demos, museum
Highlights
- Explore the villages of Tylerton, Rhodes Point, and Ewell
- Learn about the Chesapeake Bay blue crab industry at a waterman’s crab shanty
- Discover Smith Island history at the local museum
- Stroll village streets and browse local gift shops
What's Included
- Maryland crab cake lunch
- Blue crab demonstration
- Smith Island layer cake baking demonstration and take-home sample
- Museum admission
- Transportation between Smith Island communities
- Bottled water and onboard restroom
Know before you go
- Arrive by 10:15 AM for boarding and orientation
- A liability waiver is required before departure
- Approximately 1/2 mile of walking across three stops, plus stepping in and out of the boat with minimal assistance, is required
- Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult at all times; anyone 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult throughout the experience
- Alcohol, illegal drugs, smoking, and vaping are not allowed on the boat
- Only trained service animals are permitted
- High or low tides may make boarding more challenging and can require walking through shallow water
Cancellation Policy
Cancel 15 or more days before departure for a refund minus a 15% processing fee. Cancel 3–14 days before departure for a 50% refund. No refund within 48 hours, for no-shows, or late arrivals. If the operator cancels due to weather, low bookings, mechanical issues, or unforeseen circumstances, choose a full refund.
FAQs
Requires approximately 1/2 mile of walking across three stops, plus stepping in and out of the boat with minimal assistance. High or low tides can make boarding more challenging and may require walking through shallow water.
Dress for the forecast, keeping in mind it can feel cooler on the water. Wear shoes with good traction that can get wet. Bring bug spray, sunblock, snacks, cash, and any medications you may need. Bottled water is provided on the boat.
Lunch includes a Maryland crab cake. If you have a shellfish allergy or prefer a different option, choose from the alternate menu provided during orientation before departure.