Shepler's offers the fastest ride to Mackinac Island and is the best cruise line for weddings and charters in the Great Lakes.
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Sep 18, 2022
We thoroughly enjoyed the Eastern Lighthouse tour with Shepler's. They included a member of the Lighthouse club who was our narrator. He did an amazing job bringing it all to life. He not only gave d… Full review by Wanietta S
Jun 19, 2022
There wasn't a lot of people on the cruise, so it was nice to move around. The bad part about the trip was up top you couldn't really hear the speaker. He speaks but doesn't look at the crowd so he w… Full review by ljretires
Oct 15, 2021
good fast service to island friendly staff and vey helpful toured under the bridge and past the lighthouse on the way Full review by john y
How can I make reservations for at this year? Also more info about the different cruises and prices. Thank you.
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Hi Judy If you plan to go on one of the Lighthouse cruises you should check the Shepler's web page for the times and dates. The cruises fill up fast they are fun Rich
There was no food or drinks on the lighthouse cruise that we took - but I think they might offer them other times. Check their website. Regardless, this was a fun afternoon and we …
There was no food or drinks on the lighthouse cruise that we took - but I think they might offer them other times. Check their website. Regardless, this was a fun afternoon and we totally enjoyed this activity. Just remember to take a jacket, even if it's warm on land.
I'm planning on staying on Mackinac Island. Is there a pick-up site from the island or would I need to buy more round/ trip tickets to get to Mackinaw City and then back to the island when the tour is over? Also, is either tour better for kids?
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Shepler's charges by the trip, with a round-trip ticket at $26 for adults. But it also offers multiple-day tickets that look to be a good bargain if you are going back and forth to the …
Shepler's charges by the trip, with a round-trip ticket at $26 for adults. But it also offers multiple-day tickets that look to be a good bargain if you are going back and forth to the mainland. Almost any package you want is available. I assume this is also true for the alternative ferries.
The west and East cruises are $49.50 and stoped running the 16th of this month. They have other excursions also that are nice if you have the time. Contact them pesonally at 800 …
The west and East cruises are $49.50 and stoped running the 16th of this month. They have other excursions also that are nice if you have the time. Contact them pesonally at 800-828-6157
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Are reservations required?
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No. All ferry tickets are valid for any departure from either Mackinaw City or St. Ignace during the current navigational season (April 21 – October 31,...