Day Sail from Traverse City with Food, Wine, & Cocktails
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
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For a full description please visit our website at https://www.winddancertc.com/
where you can learn about the vessel, crew, local history and make your bookings!
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please call us directly if you need a vegetarian or gluten-free option.
Please call us directly if you have a service animal.
What To Expect
Grand Traverse Bay
Enjoy a beautiful sail on a 63-ft schooner around the Grand Traverse Bay. This family-friendly sail includes locally-sourced food and drinks. Help raise the sails and sit at the helm while you learn about the natural and cultural history of the region. You are pampered by the captain and crew while you relax and take in the amazing colors of the water, feel the wind on your skin and taste the food and drink fresh from the farms and shops of the area.
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Day Sail from Traverse City with Food, Wine, & Cocktails
What‘s Included
Hands-on sailing.
Sample local fare from fan favorite local restaurants
Enjoy local beer, spirits and wine
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Reviews
171 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A relaxing afternoon on the water
lawrencebJ6990UI,Jun 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My wife and I absolutely loved the cruise with Wing Dancer. It was very relaxing and the captain and crew provided good service.
Simply perfect. Friendly...
Courtney W,Jun 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Simply perfect. Friendly knowledgeable captain and crew. Thoughtful local snacks and drinks. Comfortable. Can’t beat the views! 🌊🩷
Wonderful Wind Dancer Experience!
hollymS8470HP,Oct 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our Wind Dancer day cruise was a wonderful experience! The staff was professional but fun, friendly and inclusive. It was a picture perfect day in every way. The food was thoughtfully presented and delicious using many local vendors. It couldn't have been a better experience. Thank you Wind Dancer!
Sailing the bay
725tommyj,Oct 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Upgraded to the sunset sail. It was an awesome trip around the bay. Great crew was attentive and informative. Will definitely return to sail with them in the future.
Set Sail on the Bay
Susan D,Oct 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00There were 8 people on our excursion. Captain Nate gave us instructions and we set off. Some of us got to help hoist the sails! It was peaceful and amazing what the wind can do, no motor, just the wind! We talked, had a snack and drinks to your liking. It was wonderful and I'd do it again!
A lovely way to spend an afternoon
Marj60605,Sep 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a picture perfect outing. Mark, Dan and Chris were friendly and knowledgeable. They knew how to balance useful info with the time we needed as friends on this trip. The wonderful weather didn’t hurt of course but we credit the crew with making this a truly lovely afternoon for us all. Highly recommend this!
Elevated sailing experience!
Kay E,Sep 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Gorgeous boat, perfectly matched for West Traverse Bay. The three owners serve as captain and crew. All have a warm and caring personality and show consideration to the passengers while expertly handling the Schooner. Easy access with free parking and excellent dockside facilities. I will be back!
Overall a very good experience.
Q6320BFjamesw,Sep 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00The crew was great, informative, and engaging. Top marks. They should not serve salami and cheap beef sticks for lunch as it contains fat and nitrates which can make some people queezy as the boat rocks. More dried cherries and cheese, with some bread or crackers would be a much better choice. We didn't have much wind that day but the crew did an outstanding job to make the ride as enjoyable as possible. I would definitely recommend them and I will ride again with them next time I visit.
Beautiful and relaxing sail!
michaelbO1925MQ,Sep 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a beautiful and relaxing experience! The crew was amazing! The drinks and snacks were perfect! The bY was calm and the weather was perfect!
An amazing afternoon sail.
robsG730UP,Sep 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We went on the afternoon sailing trip. We had a family and friends party of 17 on the Schooner. It was a beautiful afternoon and we had a great time. Captain Marc and team were excellent in guiding us on the trip. They were very informational and flexible with us all. Drinks and snacks were a nice added touch for our afternoon. We would highly recommend.
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