2012 Schedule & Rates

GRAND TOUR

Our most popular cruise, the Grand Tour takes you on a narrated, informative, 55-mile, scenic cruise. Throughout this memorable cruise, you'll pass extraordinary natural scenery, beautiful historic Raspberry and Devils Island Lighthouses, standing rocks, extensive sea caves and marine wildlife. Learn the rich history of centuries of human interaction with Wisconsin's "Crown Jewels" on majestic Lake Superior. Approx. 3-1/4 hours.

• Daily, May 19th to October 14th
• Departs at 10:00 a.m.
• Adult $39.95 - Child (6-12 yrs.) $23.95 *Plus WI 6% sales tax

GLASS BOTTOM BOAT TOUR

Explore the shipwrecks, underwater artifacts below the waters of Lake Superior. View the legends and history that lie below the waters of Lake Superior. The crystal clear waters and our large "Glass Bottom" viewing wells allow you to dive to the bottom - without getting wet! The Superior Princess will take you on a comfortable adventure into the legend and lore of Lake Superior and the Apostle Islands. This is a memorable experience for visitors of all ages! Approx. 2-1/2 hours.

• June 22nd to September 16th (except Sept. 5th & Sept. 12th)
  • Departs at 2:00 p.m.
• September 22nd to October 14th - Sat. & Sun. only
  • Departs at 2:00 p.m.
• Adult $34.95 - Child (6-12 yrs.) $17.95 *Plus WI 6% sales tax

ISLANDER CRUISE

Note: Only 6 Cruises During Year.
Cruise to the renovated Raspberry Island lighthouse for a view from the boat. Throughout your narrated excursion, enjoy brownstone quarries, "Honeymoon Rock," and some of the most alluring shoreline the National Lakeshore has to offer while passing Bassword, Madeline, Hermit, Stockton and Oak Island.

• May 25th to May 28th
  • Departs at 2:00 p.m.
• September 5th and September 12th
  • Departs at 2:00 p.m. - Lighthouse Celebration
• Adult $30.95 - Child (6-12 yrs.) $17.95 *Plus WI 6% sales tax

EVENING GRAND TOUR

Enjoy the cruise as the afternoon sunlight dramatically enhances viewing of the scenic features at the light stations at Devils Island and Raspberry Island. View the sea caves and Lake Superior's water in shimmery late day sun. This cruise lasts approximately 3-1/4 hours and will show you the islands in their quiet beauty.

• June 29th to July 1st:
  • Departs at 5:00 p.m.
• July 2nd to August 18th:
  • Mon. - Sat. - Departs at 5:00 p.m.
• August 20th to September 1st:
  • Mon. - Sat. - Departs at 4:30 p.m.
• September 2nd:
  • Departs at 4:30 p.m.
• Adult $39.95 - Child (6-12 yrs.) $23.95 *Plus WI 6% sales tax

RASPBERRY IS. LIGHTHOUSE KEEPER'S TOUR

Lighthouse Keepers and their families made the Raspberry Island lighthouse their home from 1863 to 1947. The lighthouse reopened in 2007, after an extensive restoration project. A tour of the lighthouse, named "The Showplace of the Apostle Islands," gives insight into the lives of those who lived and worked in this secluded setting of unparalled natural beauty. Additional fee for lighthouse tour (see above) and you spend 2 hours on island.

• Tues., Fri., Sat. & Sun. June 29th to September 2nd
• Departs at 1:30 p.m. - Returns at 5:30 p.m.
• Lighthouse Tour: Adult $41.95 - Child (6-12 yrs.) $24.95
     *Plus WI 6% sales tax

OVERNIGHT CAMPING ON OAK ISLAND SHUTTLE
(CAMPING PERMIT REQUIRED)

For those looking to camp overnight on Oak Island, this tour will make a stop at Oak Island for a drop-off/pick-up of campers.

• Tues., Fri., Sat. & Sun. June 29th to September 2nd
• Departs at 1:30 p.m. - Returns at 5:30 p.m.
• Camper Shuttle: Adult $54.95 - Child (6-12 yrs.) $32.95 roundtrip
     *Plus WI 6% sales tax

STOCKTON ISLAND DAYHIKER

Hike the varied landscapes and roam the white sand beaches on Stockton Island. The island’s beauty has long been a refreshing favorite for hiking, picnicking, birdwatching, swimming and beachcombing. Dayhikers can enjoy 2 hours to explore groomed trails leading from a visitors' center to Julian Bay lagoon and the most beautiful scenic beaches in the islands.

• Tues., Fri., Sat. & Sun. June 29th to September 2nd
• Departs at 8:30 a.m. - Returns at 1:00 p.m.
• Dayhiker: Adult $41.95 - Child (6-12 yrs.) $24.95 *Plus WI 6% sales tax

OVERNIGHT CAMPING ON STOCKTON ISLAND SHUTTLE
(CAMPING PERMIT REQUIRED)

Stockton Island is home to the Park's largest campground with 15 miles of trails to explore leading through forests to bogs, "singing sand" beaches, sandstone cliffs and brownstone quarries. The island offers waterfront, group and individual campsites.
A kayaker's best base camp to access the northeast side of Stockton Island, traverse to Michigan and Outer Islands.

• Tues., Fri., Sat. & Sun. June 29th thru September 2nd
• Departs at 8:30 a.m. - Returns at 1:00 p.m.
• Adult $54.95 - Child (6-12 yrs.) $32.95 roundtrip *Plus WI 6% sales tax