Experience the BOATNERD-IEST Cruise On The St. Marys River!
OFFICIAL Boatnerd Freighter Chasing Cruise
Friday, June 26, 2026, 6-9 pm, rain or shine
Food: Pizza and salad included. There will be a cash bar with adult beverages.
Boarding begins at 5:30 pm, depart at 6pm and return at 9 pm.
General Adult Admission:
- Early Bird Adult $37 (Online) $36 (Box Office) each (through May 18)
- Regular Adult $42 (Online) $41 (Box Office) each (May 19-June 19)
- Procrastinator Adult $47 (Online) $66 (Box Office) each (after June 19)
- Students (age 18+) with a valid student I.D. get a $5 discount with code STUDENT at checkout.
- The student must present their student i.d. when boarding.
- Youth Admission, age 5-17: $17 (Online) $16.00 (Box Office)
- Youth Admission, age 4 and under: FREE
NOTE: No refunds for this cruise will be issued after June 19.
Please call (906) 632-2512 for further details
Enjoy a three-hour freighter chaisng cruise on the St. Marys River.
Dinner is included with your ticket!
A selection of local pizzas with various toppings and salad available on board!
Adult Beverages
Happy hour is best enjoyed aboard a cruise along the St. Marys River, featuring the area’s only Michigan Liquor Control-licensed tour boats.
Boatnerd Freighter Chasing Cruise Offers...
3 Hours
Boarding begins at 5:30PM, Boat sets sail at 6:00PM
Amenities
Climate controlled cruise with restrooms.
Accessible
All docks and boats are accessible.
**Note: alcohol beverages are not included in the ticket price.
Our Cruise Experience Options
(Our Most Popular)
The classic Sault Ste. Marie experience. Your group will experience "locking through" the Soo Locks, raising or lowering with the water levels of the St. Mary’s River. You’ll pass under the International Bridge and cruise alongside giant lake freighters.
- Duration: ~90 Minutes
- Goes through Locks? Yes
The premier choice for maritime enthusiasts. This extended tour views two historic lighthouses and includes a passage through the Soo Locks.
- Duration: ~4.5 Hours
- Goes through Locks? Yes (Reservations Required)
A relaxing evening on the water featuring music, dinner-style hors d'oeuvres, and adult beverages. A fantastic choice for corporate mixers or adult social groups.
- Duration: ~2 Hours
- Goes through Locks? No
Experience the breathtaking Michigan fall foliage paired with the golden hour on the river. This tour includes a trip through the Soo Locks.
- Duration: ~1.5 Hours
- Goes through Locks? Yes
Enjoy the best seat in the house for the fireworks display! This cruise offers a unique perspective of the show from the water.
- Duration: ~90 Minutes (varies by display)
- Goes through Locks? No
A spooky seasonal favorite! Learn about the eerie history and legends of the St. Mary’s River.
- Duration: ~2 Hours
- Goes through Locks? No