Grand Traverse Bay Tour: Scenic Boat Experience
4.8
158 Ratings
Traverse City

Experience a 2-hour sightseeing tour on Grand Traverse Bay. Enjoy scenic views, local snacks, and beverages on a double-decker boat.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Traverse City - Once you step aboard The Discovery, the captain and crew will ensure your utmost comfort. As you explore the stunning Grand Traverse Bay, you’ll learn about Traverse City’s rich history and the crew will highlight notable landmarks. Enjoy a refreshing drink or a local snack from one of the two bars on the main deck. The vessel offers panoramic views, cozy seating, and onboard restrooms.
What's Included
  • On-board restrooms
What's Not Included
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Snacks
  • Tea and coffee
  • Carbonated beverages
Additional Information

You can enjoy the stunning beach town views and peninsulas from the outdoor upper decks or from the comfort of the double-decker tour boat, which offers table and chair seating on both the main and upper decks. Feeling hungry or thirsty? Head to the snack bars on the main level for a locally inspired snack or drink. A trip to Traverse City isn’t complete without touring the magnificent Grand Traverse Bay.

Location
13271 S W Bay Shore Dr
South West Bay Shore Drive
Drop off guests at The Discovery boat and park across the street behind The Discovery office building.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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(158 Ratings)
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Nikita_b
Oct 21, 2024
You Have to Take This Ride!!!!! - This was THE BEST way to celebrate my 50th Birthday. Although I went alone, you could not tell because of the atmosphere on the ride. From beginning to end the crew and guest were amazing. The warm welcome began before we even left the dock. Beautiful Staff, Great Narration, Smooth Ride....I will be back next Year!!!
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Amy_g
Oct 21, 2024
Lovely trip - It was a lovely boat ride. The crew and captain were very friendly and helpful. We learned a lot about the lake and the area. I would say this is probably for older kids. My kids are 10, 12, and 16. There were binoculars passed out to kids in the beginning. My kids enjoyed that. The boat ride is about 2 hours long. You might want to bring something extra to do. We all enjoyed the boat, but my kids did play a game on my phone for a while towards the end.
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Pagem244
Oct 21, 2024
Overall great time.. - It was great and enjoyable. Beautiful day. Lots of room to wonder around and be comfortable. Speciality drinks were great. Also the fall cilors were amazing
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Mark
Oct 20, 2024
Fall color tour! - Last ride of the season on a Sunday afternoon. Clean comfortable and a great way to spend a Sunday in Traverse City! The ride is smooth and the captain narrates loved being on the water.
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T1951ujphillipb
Oct 20, 2024
Enjoyable Ride! - Enjoyed our tour around the west arm of Grand Traverse Bay. Informative tour guide. We sat in the stern, in the open, to enjoy the sunshine, it was a comfortable ride.
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Darrell_p
Oct 18, 2024
Discovery Cruise Tour - The captains were fantastic with giving history of the local area. The fall colors were beautiful abd the lake was unbelievably blue. Two thumbs up!!!!
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Thomas_h
Oct 18, 2024
What - Nice relaxing ride. Staff very helpful Would recommend too everyone Yada yada yada. Lol. Yada yada yada
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Dianna_r
Oct 14, 2024
Beautiful views and a great time - The staff was so courteous and accommodating to us the entire trip. The boat is clean and well kept. The tour allows you to view the entire bay and receive history of it as well
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Tamra_f
Oct 9, 2024
Our guide was very... - Our guide was very knowledgeable about the landmarks and history of the Traverse City Grand Traverse Bay. Entire staff was courteous and accommodating. Would highly recommend this tour!
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Melissa_s
Oct 8, 2024
Delightful and Relaxing - Beautiful views , peaceful and relaxing! We sat outside so we couldn't hear the historical narration , but the trip was a great experience.
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