Sunshine Charters

Charlevoix, United States

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7 reviews

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Telephone:
+1 231-547-0266
Website:
www.sunshinecharters.com
Address:
299 Bridge Park Dr, Charlevoix, MI, 49720
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Today

Today 10:30 am – 9:30 pm
Local time (Charlevoix) –

Business hours

Monday 10:30 am – 9:30 pm
Tuesday 10:30 am – 9:30 pm
Wednesday 10:30 am – 9:30 pm
Thursday 10:30 am – 9:30 pm
Friday 10:30 am – 9:30 pm
Saturday 10:30 am – 9:30 pm
Sunday 10:30 am – 9:30 pm

Description

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Sailing 3 Times Daily from Charlevoix, MI

Enjoy a cruise around the south side of Round Lake while viewing amazing homes on our way out to Lake Charlevoix where we pop the sails. After sailing Lake Charlevoix, take a quick swim before heading back through Round Lake. As we pass the «mushroom houses,» travel through the channel into Lake Michigan and spend the rest of the trip sailing the Great Lake before returning to the dock.

Help raise and trim the sails or take the wheel and feel the exhilaration of steering a 40 ft long, 25ft wide custom offshore sailing catamaran. Whether a short swim off the boat or catching a spectacular sunset, Sunshine Charters will provide a one of a kind experience. Sunshine II is a Coast Guard inspected catamaran, ensuring a smooth ride on her spacious deck. Sunshine Charters has over 15 years of providing safe, memorable sailing.

Private charters are available for groups up to 29 passengers. We will customize a sail to meet any group’s needs.

History

Established in 1997.

Sunshine Charters has been sailing in Charlevoix for 14 summers.

Meet the Business Owner

Josh M.

Business Owner

I am the captain of the boat and now run Sunshine Charters with my wife and crew. I started sailing over 25 years ago in Grand Haven with my grandparents. I am unique in the fact that I am an avid sailor as well as a power boater, a boater hybrid if you will. While most people will claim to be either a power boater or sailor, I find myself willing to enjoy the great waters of Michigan on anything that floats. I have grown up sailing, fishing, and boating all over the great waters of Michigan. I spent a number of years racing sailboats which left a lasting love of sailing before I moved to northern Michigan, where I enjoyed myself fishing, as well as delivering sailboats around Lake Michigan.

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7 reviews of Sunshine Charters

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Place rating: 5
Chicago, IL
Went with my family (group of 9 adults) on a sunset cruise. Crew is laid back but also very accommodating (it was August but got chilly on the water so they provided blankets.) They let us bring food and wine on board and even picked up our trash. They brought extra pillows and cushions so we could all sit together at the front of the boat. A great trip, and an excellent value! We were on the water for over two hours and and got incredible sunset views over Lake Michigan for $ 40 per person. Would definitely do it again.
Place rating: 5
Middletown, OH
Josh was great with the kids. We were trying to decide between renting a boat or jumping on a tour. In hindsight we definitely made the right decision. The boat has tons of space and could easily hold dozens of people. Must try!!!
Place rating: 5
Springboro, OH
Josh and his mate were great. Don’t expect a lot of narration, but expect to have a fun and relaxing sail.
Place rating: 5
Columbus, OH
My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed the sunset cruise that Sunshine provides. Josh was a fun yet professional captain with a lot of sailing knowledge. I highly recommend this to anyone visiting beautiful Charlevoix!
Place rating: 5
Brighton, MI
We took this boat tour of Lake Charlevoix on Wednesday and it was wonderful! Both the captain and his assistant, Elizabeth were amazing. The whole trip was fun and casual with lots of waves and fun things to see (like the mushroom houses). I highly recommend this trip if you are in the area.
Place rating: 5
Hamilton, IN
Our family, ages 7, 11,44,64, & 65, had a great experience with Captain Josh, Sonja, and Jane. Sailing in light winds on June 27th, we skimmed around Lake Charlevoix for nearly 2 hours. As sunset neared, we slipped through the channel, under the drawbridge, and out into lake Michigan at 9pm or 9:15pm. We watched the sun go down over lake Michigan, then motored back into the harbor before dark.
The staff was very, very patient with our inquisitive 7 year old. The child was able to steer the boat for a bit. Sodas and water were provided. You are encouraged to BYOB.
They have a website, but you’ll see the most recent information on their Facebook page.
One note of caution– We had trouble finding a place to eat at 9:30 on a Wednesday evening. There are several restaurants in Charlevoix, but they close early. Even the Pizza Hut closes at 10pm. Make your plans in advance of your cruise. If you ‘wing it’, you might end up at Burger King.
The sunset cruise was $ 40 per adult and $ 30 per child. That price is high enough to make me hesitate a bit. However, I’m so glad that we had the experience. Considering all the disposable, Chinese junk and electronics that I buy, this charter was well worth the money.
These are really nice folks. One can’t help but hope for their success.
Place rating: 5
Seattle, WA
Sonia and Josh were great hosts! We reserved spaces for a bachelorette party and toted our own coolers and booze on board. The catamaran trip was a blast — 2 hours around Lake Charlevoix, through the raised bridges, and into Lake Michigan. The boat is very nice and the crew provides water and soda, plus allows you to BYOB. They also have a great knowledge of the area and local history.
Our party had such a fun time and I highly recommend Sunshine for a small group excursion.