Mackinac Bridge History Cruise

Overview

Learn the history of shipwrecks as you travel over them, local Native American folk-lore, learn about living in the north country and the maritime history of the area while cruising under the “Mighty” Mackinac Bridge. Get up close to this awe-inspiring piece of architecture.

City: Mackinaw City

Tue 24 Dec

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Starting at $27.00

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Tue 24 Dec

Starting at $27.00

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What's Included

Local guide

Live commentary on board

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum drinking age is 21 years old
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
Fogging the boat after each trip with State Chemicals Quick Defense NDC (Kills Human Corona-Virus in 3 Minutes). •Hand sanitizer dispenser mounted on the side of the head on board Ugly Anne •If you have any questions about our cleaning procedures, feel free to ask.

What To Expect

Mackinac Bridge

Take a trip under the Mackinac Bridge aboard Ugly Anne (an authentic North Atlantic wooden lobster boat from the Gulf of Maine). Information will be given by a local guide about the over 80 shipwrecks, building of the Mackinac Bridge and the car ferries that traversed the Straits for over 100 years. See Fort Michilimackinac and Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse from the water. Enjoy the cruise with historic video footage, live narration from natives to the Northern Great Lakes region, while traveling under the Mackinac Bridge. Questions are encouraged while on the tour.

Colonial Michilimackinac

Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse

Ugly Anne Boat Cruises

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Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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Reviews (59)

Tina M

Aug 2018

Such a nice family who took us on a wonderful boat ride full of facts about the bridge. It was wonderful to experience such a personal aspect of this touristy community. You won't go wrong with this tour or this company. We plan to take a different tour during our next visit.

Response from Host

Dec 2018

Hi Tina, Thanks for the kind words about our tour. So glad to hear that you enjoyed your time with us. I hope you enjoyed the rest of your time in Northern Michigan. Capt Chris

pcann0n

Aug 2018

This family truly loves the Mackinaw area and sharing it with others. They've lived it and studied it and have wonderful stories. Definitely worth the trip.

Response from Host

Dec 2018

Hi, You are correct we love what we do and the area that we live. What we enjoy even more is sharing the sights and history of the Straits of Mackinac with visitors to the area. Thanks so much for the nice review and hope you enjoyed the rest of your time in Mackinaw City. Capt Chris

Mike P

Jul 2018

This was very interesting. We learned a lot about the bridge from how long it is, how deep & how long it took to build and how many workers. We also learned about things around the city and island

Response from Host

Dec 2018

Hi Mike, Very glad to hear that you enjoyed the cruise and info that we share. Appreciate you taking the time to review our cruise! Hope to see you again. Capt Chris