New to the line-up in 2025, Big Blue offers passengers a chance to experience Lake Michigan on a historic vessel re-imagined.

First launched in 1947, it now offers public tours with option to explore Lake Michigan, the Grand River or Spring Lake.

Bring your own snacks and drinks on board.

Travel from the Kalamazoo River to Lake Michigan aboard the Star of Saugatuck.

This authentic sternwheel paddleboat trip is offered as either a daytime or sunset adventure that includes a narrated tour. Kids will enjoy the animals: passengers frequently see foxes, bald eagles, and deer.

A cash-only snack bar is available onboard (no outside food or beverages). The upper deck is open and the lower deck is enclosed.

Tour beautiful Lake Macatawa into Lake Michigan on the Holland Princess.

This 65-foot paddlewheel riverboat offers dinner and lunch cruises or private charters for events.

Children can take a turn on the karaoke machine and pick a prize from the captain’s treasure chest.

The Aquastar tours Muskegon Lake for just under two hours. Cruises typically run twice daily (afternoon and sunset); private charters also available. Check weekends for themed cruises, including luaus and pirate cruises.

Kids (10 and under) ride for free with a paid adult during the afternoon/sunset cruises.

The Tall Ship MJ is vintage sailing schooner that has that “old friend” feeling even when meeting her for the first time.  Tall Ship MJ is a wooden schooner built in 1975, but modeled after work boats from Nova Scotia that were popular about 120 years ago.

MJ offers Private Charters, Day Sails, Sunset sails, a Kids Neverland Sail, Expedition Sails (Kids Only), and Pink Salts – An All Girls (Teenage) Sailing Adventure.

Step aboard the Princess with Manistee Harbor Tours and experience the beauty of Manistee’s coastline like never before. Take in sweeping shoreline views, sandy beaches, and historic landmarks as you cruise along Lake Michigan.

Whether you’re planning a fun family outing, chasing the perfect sunset, or celebrating a special occasion, this 65-foot vessel offers the ideal setting for an unforgettable time on the water.

Set sail on an unforgettable adventure across Grand Traverse Bay. Traverse Tall Ship Company offers seasonal sailing cruises on the schooner Manitou and the sailing yacht Scout from spring through fall.

Chase a glowing sunset, venture out onto Lake Michigan, or simply relax on the water as the seasons unfold around you. However you choose to sail, the experience is yours to discover.

Nauti-Cat Cruises offers a fun and relaxing way to experience Grand Traverse Bay, with options ranging from champagne sunset sails and happy hour cruises to family-friendly kids cruises and more.

Feel the breeze, soak up the sunshine, and take in the scenic beauty of the bay as you glide across the water.

Looking for something more personalized? Special event cruises and private charters make it easy to celebrate any occasion on board.

Escape to a slice of paradise—no passport required—with Cruisin’ Tikis in South Haven.

Take a tropical-style adventure on a one-of-a-kind cruise aboard a floating tiki bar along the scenic Black River.

Soak up the sun, enjoy the laid-back vibes, and take in the charm of South Haven as you drift along the water. Choose from daytime cruises or book a private tiki boat for a more personalized getaway—either way, paradise is just a float away.

Select a skipper, untie the lines and hit the water with Blue Water Boat Rentals. Offering pontoon boats, speed boats and dinghy boats, your family can choose their own adventure.

Same day reservations are accepted, however booking in advance is advised.

In operation since 1838, Saugatuck Chain Ferry is the only remaining chain driven ferry in the country! Three pullies keep it in line as it is being pulled across the Kalamazoo River.

You can hop the ferry for a ride across the river and then take the walking trail to Oval Beach.

Open Memorial Day – Labor Day. Hours are subject to captain availability.

Visit a World War II submarine, the USS Silversides. This vessel earned 12 battle stars and is credited with sinking 23 ships.

If a day tour isn’t long enough, they offer overnight stays. Kids will also enjoy the Submarine Tech Class, where they can build their own submarines in teams.

Bonus: when you’re done exploring USS Silversides, you can also go inside USCGC Mclane Cutter. Designed as a patrol ship, the Mclane was transferred to the U.S. Navy from 1941 to 1946.

Also in Muskegon, stop by the SS Milwaukee Clipper and tour this 1904 vessel during the summer. This ship is the oldest passenger steamship on the Great Lakes and carried passengers from Muskegon to Milwaukee.

Visitors will enjoy exploring this old ferry ship (built 8 years before the Titanic) which features a movie theater, ballroom and art deco interior.