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PRIVATE SAILING CRUISE FOR TWO ONLY $299!
Book Your PRIVATE 2 hour Day / Sunset Sail on Grand Traverse West Bay or 5 hour Sail to Power Island! Swimming Is Allowed!
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Questions or need more information call or text Captain Tom at 231-715-6088 or email at tom@sailingtc.com
TRAVERSE CITY SAILING CHARTERS is the official sailing charter company for BLACK STAR FARMS INN
Our Mission
Your safety and enjoyment is our top priority. Captain Tom Gorsline personally sails every cruise and strives to provide your private party with an exceptional sailing experience on the crystal clear waters of Grand Traverse West Bay and VIP excursions to nearby, locally famous, Power Island to swim, float on an inflatable pad, or paddle on SUPs. Captain Tom encourages everyone to feel free to take the helm and learn to sail and have fun on his cruises! All Cruises will meet, depart, and return to the safe, and accessible boarding dock at Harbor West Yacht Club, located off of M-22 at 12810 S. Harbor Pointe Drive, Traverse City, MI.
Captain Tom Gorsline
Captain Tom is a licensed U.S.C.G. Master Captain with an Auxiliary Sailing Endorsement. He has over 27 years of sailing experience on the Chesapeake Bay and on the Great Lakes and Grand Traverse West Bay. Tom, along with his wife, Teri, owns BAYLIFE a Catalina 34 mkII and they actively sail on West Bay and spend weekends anchored at Power Island. Tom and Teri are the owners and publishers of BAYLIFE Magazine of Traverse City and are also members of the Grand Traverse Yacht Club, the hub of the vibrant sailing community of Traverse City.
BAYLIFE
BAYLIFE is a beautiful and spacious Catalina 34 MKII sailboat featuring a large and comfortable seating area and walkthrough transom to access the swim deck and ladder to access the water for swimming. 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 onboard restroom (head) features an electric flushing toilet for your comfort.
VIP Cruise Offerings
We excel in exceeding your expectations and all private cruises can be customized for a VIP treatment for romantic sunset cruises, anniversary, birthdays, bridal parties and special occasions. We furnish a BBQ grill, dining plates, beverage glasses and flatware, to ensure an enjoyable and memorable dining experience for your private party. "Fun Water Toys" for your Power Island Adventure include a floating inflatable pad and a stand up paddle boards or simply layback, read a book and chill!
Rates
2-Hour Private Day Cruise on Grand Traverse West Bay - Only $299, price includes private sail for 2 guests, each additional guest adds $50 up to 6 guests total. Bookings are available daily (Monday through Sunday) Day Cruise 1 pm - 3pm, 3:30pm - 5:30pm.
2-Hour Private Sunset Cruise on Grand Traverse West Bay - Only $325, price includes private sail for 2 guests, each additional guest adds $50 up to 6 guests total. Bookings are available every evening (Monday through Sunday) from 5:30 pm to 7:30pm.
5-Hour Private Cruise to Power Island - Only $699 for up to 6 passengers of all ages. Bookings are available every day sailing from 1 pm - 6 pm (Limited to 6 passengers total) An earlier 11:00 am or noon departure time can be arranged with Captain Tom if available.
Choose Your Private Cruise on West Bay
5-Hour Private Sail to Power Island
5-Hour Private Sail to Power Island
5-Hour Private Sail to Power Island
Only $699 - 5 Hours - Power Island Private Sail for up to 6 of your friends. Enjoy a day of sailing, swimming and fun with Inflatable Pad & SUP!
2-Hour Private Day Sail
5-Hour Private Sail to Power Island
5-Hour Private Sail to Power Island
Only $299 - 2 Hours - Private sail for 2 passengers, each additional guests add $50 up to 6 guest total. 1-3pm, 4-6pm.
2-Hour Private Sunset Sail
5-Hour Private Sail to Power Island
2-Hour Private Sunset Sail
Only $325 - 2 Hours - Private sail for 2 passengers, add $50 for each additional passenger up to 6 total. 6:30pm-8:30pm. Departure time in Sept leave at 6:30 pm.