About this Experience
What you'll do:
Your party will experience a private sailing excursion aboard BAYLIFE a beautiful and spacious Catalina 34MKii sailboat upon the crystal clear waters of Grand Traverse West Bay. Your friends will enjoy the private exclusivity of having the entire boat all to yourselves under the expert command of USGC licensed Master Captains Tom Gorsline and Joey Chemello, along with a First Mate to cater to all your needs and whims! You'r party guest are welcome to bring food, snacks and adult beverages of choice. Feel like taking a swim dip no problem as the specious cockpit offers a walkthrough transom and ladder to easily and safely access the water and cool off. Towels and swim floats and toys are available to enjoy for all guest. The lower galley and salon provide privacy and spacious room to get out of the sun or private space for relaxing or changing into swimwear. The modern onboard restroom (head) features an electric flushing toilet for your comfort.
Why we love it for your party:
Private sailboat for only your party!
Sailing excursions can be customized to your theme!
BAYLIFE is a modern Catalina 34MKii sailboat that features comfortable and plenty of secure seating for all your guests.
About this experience partner:
Traverse City Sailing Charters offer the ultimate private sailing experience for your bachelorette party, anniversary, proposals, date night, or family and friends get-together. We provide plates, utensils, glasses, ice and coolers for all your food and adult beverages you choose to bring aboard. Bluetooth sound system is available for your music and comfy lounge chairs and pads are available to sit on the foredeck. We are one of the most experienced and sought after sailing charters in Traverse City!
Additional information:
All sailing excursions are private for your party of up to six guest total. Additional boats are available to accommodate parties up to 18 guests. Our licensed crew will include Captain Tom or Captain Joey along with a seasoned first mate to ensure your comfort and safety. All charters board and return to Elmwood Township Marina 13051 S. West Bay Shore Drive, Traverse City, MI 49684 (located on M-22 directly across from Speedway gas station) Free parking will be available directly at the boat with our exclusive parking permit. This makes loading your coolers and supplies a breeze!
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LocationTraverse City, MI
13051 S W Bay Shore Dr, Traverse City, MI 49684, USATraverse City, MI
Frequently Asked Questions
Will the boat have other guests along with my party?
No, the boat is private for only your party.
How many guests can I bring?
We are licensed to sail with a total of 6 guest per boat. For larger parties a second or third sailboat can be charted to accommodate parties up to 18 guests.
Are we allowed to bring food, coolers and adult beverages?
Absolutely you may bring your own food and beverages and we will provide ice and coolers as well as plates, utensils, glassware.
What if we want to take a swim?
No problem, we have access to a secure and safe swim area, and will provide floating chairs, raft and clean towels to dry off. The below deck salon offers spacious room for changing and a modern restroom for your comfort.
What if it rains or if I need to cancel at anytime?
No problem, we offer a full refund should we have to cancel due to rain or extremely high winds or if your party changes plans and needs to cancel.
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Where do we meet and board?
Boarding will be at Elmwood Township Marina, located at 13051 S. West Bay Shore Drive, Traverse City, MI. 49684 (located off of M-22 directly across from Speedway Gas). Free parking will be available directly at the boat with permit passes we will provide to you. Very convenient for loading coolers and supplies to the boat.
Can I take the wheel and sail the boat?
Sure! We enjoy giving sailing 101 pointers and it makes great photo opts at the helm!
Are there any age restrictions?
No restrictions, infants should be held or placed in carriers and young children are the responsibility of the parents. Youth and adult lifejackets are available!
How long do are sailing excursions?
We offer 2 hour day and sunset sailing packages and a 5 hour sailing package to nearby Power Island for a day of sailing and swimming. Stand up paddle boards. large inflatable swim raft are available to use.
What sailing packages do you offer?
We offer 2 hour day sails and a 2 hour sunset sail everyday of the week from May 15th - Oct 15th.
What if I want to book a full day of sailing?
We offer a very popular 5 hour sailing excursion to nearby Power Island for a day of sailing and swimming with our standup paddle boards and inflatable lounging raft. Departures times leave at noon and return at 5pm.
