Nibi Spirit of our Waters Sailing Experience
Overview
Embark on a captivating 2-hour morning sail that delves into the rich history and enduring connection between the Anishinaabe people and Grand Traverse Bay. Join Tera John, a Knowledge Carrier and Story Keeper from the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians, as your guide aboard the Manitou. Experience the Bay through the eyes of its ancestral residents, learning about its vital role in their lives and culture since time immemorial.
What's Included
- Our best trip protection plan included, cancel until 24 hours before your cruise!
- A Knowledge Carrier and Story Keeper from the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians
- English Speaking Guide
- Snacks Choose from light snacks, available for sale onboard.
- Alcoholic beverages Our friendly crew will happily mix you a drink. Local wine and beer are available, along with your go-to favorites.
- Carbonated beverages Our hard-working crew serve up a selection of local and nationwide distribution beverages.
- Bottled water We stock lots of ice-cold bottles of water if you need a drink on the unsalted sea.
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
13223 South West Bay Shore Drive
Traverse City, MI 49684, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Safe & secure • Easy breezy • Hassle-free
Grand Traverse Bay (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- We strongly recommend sunscreen and a hat.
- Please leave beverages and coolers ashore. We do have a bar aboard with a variety of soft drinks and alcoholic beverages.
- All passengers should wear rubber soft-soled sneakers/tennis shoes or sandals.
- Even at the height of summer it’s usually cooler on the water. We recommend having a jacket or sweater with you.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 57 travelers
- Operated by a business
Frequently Asked Questions
(8)Q: Will I get seasick on Nibi Spirit of our Waters Sailing Experience?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-5580701P5
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Average 3.50 out of 5 stars based on 2 traveler reviews collected by Cool Destinations and partner sites such as Trustpilot, Viator, and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Destinations customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Our best trip protection plan included, cancel until 24 hours before your cruise!.
- A Knowledge Carrier and Story Keeper from the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians.
- English Speaking Guide.
- Snacks. Choose from light snacks, available for sale onboard.
- Alcoholic beverages. Our friendly crew will happily mix you a drink. Local wine and beer are available, along with your go-to favorites.
- Carbonated beverages. Our hard-working crew serve up a selection of local and nationwide distribution beverages.
- Bottled water. We stock lots of ice-cold bottles of water if you need a drink on the unsalted sea.
- Gratuities.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Nibi Spirit of our Waters Sailing Experience is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Nibi Spirit of our Waters Sailing Experience will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Our best trip protection plan included, cancel until 24 hours before your cruise!
- A Knowledge Carrier and Story Keeper from the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians
- English Speaking Guide
- SnacksChoose from light snacks, available for sale onboard.
- Alcoholic beveragesOur friendly crew will happily mix you a drink. Local wine and beer are available, along with your go-to favorites.
- Carbonated beveragesOur hard-working crew serve up a selection of local and nationwide distribution beverages.
- Bottled waterWe stock lots of ice-cold bottles of water if you need a drink on the unsalted sea.
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- We strongly recommend sunscreen and a hat.
- Please leave beverages and coolers ashore. We do have a bar aboard with a variety of soft drinks and alcoholic beverages.
- All passengers should wear rubber soft-soled sneakers/tennis shoes or sandals.
- Even at the height of summer it’s usually cooler on the water. We recommend having a jacket or sweater with you.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 57 travelers
- Operated by a business
