Ship Island Excursions

Ship Island Excursions offers daily passenger ferry service to Ship Island and Fort Massachusetts (circa 1858), part of Gulf Island National Seashore. The island is approximately 10 miles offshore from Gulfport/Biloxi offering visitors beautiful high quality beaches, and clear Gulf waters for swimming, shelling, birding, sunbathing and more.

The cruise to the barrier island takes about an hour one way, and dolphin sightings are frequent during the boat ride! Food service, chair, and umbrella rentals are available on the island. 

Still want to enjoy time on the water, check out our Dolphin Cruises and Sunset Cruises  as well as our private charters.

Take a Google Trekker tour of Ship Island.

Some tips on preparing for your trip and a quick tour of the island.

Group Travel?

Ship Island Excursions can provide a one-of-a-kind cocktail or light dinner party aboard one of their 100-foot plus passenger vessels the Gulf Islander or Capt. Pete.  Entertain your clients, friends and colleagues on a delightful 2.5 hour cruise along the beach between Gulfport and Biloxi. Choose a departure time that best accommodates your group. Select one of several caterers recommended by Ship Island Excursions to help design a menu set to your budget and taste.

Private cruises are designed for up to 175 guests aboard the largest, the Gulf Islander, up to 150 on the Capt. Pete.  All vessels offer two deck levels with a bar, dance floor, and an open-air upper deck that provide passengers a unique opportunity for viewing the delightful Coast sunsets and night sky. Staff will be happy to help you plan your function with several options available, including DJs, live music, lighting, plants or anything needed  for your special event cruise. Contact us at shipislandonline@gmail.com