What better way to enjoy this Lake Huron paradise than aboard a privately chartered boat with your family, friends or work colleagues? We’ll help you turn your special occasion into an extraordinary memory whether you’re planning a:
• Wedding rehearsal dinner or reception
• Anniversary, reunion or family celebration
• Convention or organization activity
• Employee or client appreciation, sales incentive or company meeting.
Your cruise includes circling Mackinac Island, going under the Mackinac Bridge and returning to your departure port. If you choose an evening cruise, your captain is happy to linger on the Straits of Mackinac until sunset.
Private Excursions
Excursions without catered food or beverages may be contracted by the hour, subject to boat availability. Catamarans are only available when not in regular scheduled service.
Classic Ferry $ 900/hour
Catamaran $1,800/hour
Chartered cruises exceeding one hour will be calculated in 30-minute increments.
Lunch & Dinner Cruises
Enjoy a memorable meal and cruise aboard the Straits of Mackinac II. We can seat up to 116 people on our dining deck, buffet style. An additional 150 people can enjoy the partially enclosed upper deck with additional seating and a small dance floor and bandstand. Groups exceeding the 116-person dining limit are welcome to consider a second-seating arrangement on the dining deck.
Your cruise may include circling Mackinac Island, going under the bridge and returning to your departure port. Dinner cruises will be planned so you can enjoy the sunset.
Hospitality Cruises
Hospitality cruises featuring beverages and light catering may be contracted aboard our dinner boat, the Straits of Mackinac II, or one of our classic or catamaran ferries. Catamaran chartering is limited to times when they are not in regular scheduled service.
Beverage Catering
We handle all beverage services on our chartered cruises. You may request either a cash or open bar. Beverage choices include up to three selections in the pop, beer and wine categories. Our bar will be stocked with basic liquors and mixes.
Food Catering
You may select and contract with your own catering service. If you need our assistance in finding a service, please contact Lora Brown (906) 643-0126.
Entertainment
You may select and contract your own entertainment. The following people, however, have received good reviews when they have performed for guests on our chartered excursions:
Live Performer
David Cisco, singer/songwriter, creates a dynamic rapport with any audience playing the guitar, harmonica and steel drum (pan). One of our most popular acts on our chartered cruises. You may reach David at (616) 204-6414 or go online at davidcisco.com.
Mike Ridley, is known throughout Michigan for his great live performances in popular local taverns. This talented musician's song parodies are always well crafted and highlihgt his musicianship. For music and humor call (231) 238-7320 or go online at mikeridley.com.
DJ Services
Dance Hall DJ's is a full-service DJ with thousands of songs from all different eras and genres. Contact Brevin Cawthorne at (517) 819-3287.
Cruise Reservations
To make your chartered cruise arrangements and reservations, please contact Mike Frey, (231) 436-5542 or Lora Brown, (906) 643-0126.
Cancellations: Cancellations of chartered excursions without food or beverage catering can be made the day of the event. You will receive a full refund if you cancel 60 days before your cruise date or on the day of the event if the weather is inclement. To cancel your chartered cruise, please call Mike Frey, (231) 436-5542 or Lora Brown, (906) 643-0126.
• Wedding rehearsal dinner or reception
• Anniversary, reunion or family celebration
• Convention or organization activity
• Employee or client appreciation, sales incentive or company meeting.
Your cruise includes circling Mackinac Island, going under the Mackinac Bridge and returning to your departure port. If you choose an evening cruise, your captain is happy to linger on the Straits of Mackinac until sunset.
Private Excursions Excursions without catered food or beverages may be contracted by the hour, subject to boat availability. Catamarans are only available when not in regular scheduled service.
Classic Ferry $ 900/hour
Catamaran $1,800/hour
Chartered cruises exceeding one hour will be calculated in 30-minute increments.
Lunch & Dinner Cruises Enjoy a memorable meal and cruise aboard the Straits of Mackinac II. We can seat up to 116 people on our dining deck, buffet style. An additional 150 people can enjoy the partially enclosed upper deck with additional seating and a small dance floor and bandstand. Groups exceeding the 116-person dining limit are welcome to consider a second-seating arrangement on the dining deck.
Your cruise may include circling Mackinac Island, going under the bridge and returning to your departure port. Dinner cruises will be planned so you can enjoy the sunset.
Hospitality Cruises Hospitality cruises featuring beverages and light catering may be contracted aboard our dinner boat, the Straits of Mackinac II, or one of our classic or catamaran ferries. Catamaran chartering is limited to times when they are not in regular scheduled service.
Beverage Catering We handle all beverage services on our chartered cruises. You may request either a cash or open bar. Beverage choices include up to three selections in the pop, beer and wine categories. Our bar will be stocked with basic liquors and mixes.
Pop/Soda |
$1 each | |||||
Beer |
$3 each | |||||
Wine |
$4 glass | |||||
Cocktails |
$4 each | |||||
Food Catering You may select and contract with your own catering service. If you need our assistance in finding a service, please contact Lora Brown (906) 643-0126.
Entertainment
You may select and contract your own entertainment. The following people, however, have received good reviews when they have performed for guests on our chartered excursions:
Live Performer
David Cisco, singer/songwriter, creates a dynamic rapport with any audience playing the guitar, harmonica and steel drum (pan). One of our most popular acts on our chartered cruises. You may reach David at (616) 204-6414 or go online at davidcisco.com.
Mike Ridley, is known throughout Michigan for his great live performances in popular local taverns. This talented musician's song parodies are always well crafted and highlihgt his musicianship. For music and humor call (231) 238-7320 or go online at mikeridley.com.
DJ Services
Dance Hall DJ's is a full-service DJ with thousands of songs from all different eras and genres. Contact Brevin Cawthorne at (517) 819-3287.
Cruise Reservations To make your chartered cruise arrangements and reservations, please contact Mike Frey, (231) 436-5542 or Lora Brown, (906) 643-0126.
Cancellations: Cancellations of chartered excursions without food or beverage catering can be made the day of the event. You will receive a full refund if you cancel 60 days before your cruise date or on the day of the event if the weather is inclement. To cancel your chartered cruise, please call Mike Frey, (231) 436-5542 or Lora Brown, (906) 643-0126.
Arnold Cruises
