Biloxi Boat Ride (45 min)

❌ No smoking or "smoking," no illegal substances, and no glass. No releasing human or pet remains per EPA Federal Law.

‼️ Tickets are non-refundable within 48 hours of departure except for unsafe weather/sea conditions.

⛔️ Each person counts as 1 passenger regardless of age per USCG rules. Only 6 passengers per boat per USCG license.

You could be on a boat! See how we do Biloxi.

Fun for all ages and groups!

We travel the same route as the Deer Island Sunset Cruise which offers 30 minutes on the island.

Boat rides departing in the morning may include 5 minutes island time if space and weather permit.

🌊📸 Enjoy a 45-minute tour aboard a small pontoon boat as we imagine the history and experience the nature of Deer Island and Biloxi Beach.

☀️🏝️ Savor the beauty of the Mississippi Sound.

🦅🐬 Spot eagles, osprey, mullet, and of course dolphins!

What and where is Deer Island, Mississippi?

Deer Island is located ¼-½ mile south of East Biloxi and juts into Biloxi Bay southwest of Ocean Springs. If you're staying at Harrah's, Margaritaville, or Beau Rivage just look south! That's Deer Island.

Boats are prohibited from traveling to Ship or Horn Islands.

What if there's bad weather?

Once you leave the dock, there are no refunds . If BILOXI BOAT TOURS or your party cancels due to unfavorable weather/sea conditions, a full refund or reschedule is available prior to leaving the dock.

See FAQs for more details.

WHO

6 human passengers max per boat
- Every person counts regardless of age. USCG rules, no exceptions.
- At least one person in your party must be 18 years old.
- Pets not permitted unless your party books all 6 seats making it a private excursion.

BASIC RULES (no exceptions)

• No one under 18 is permitted aboard without a guardian.
• NOT PERMITTED: Illegal substances, "smoking," smoking, vaping.
• Captain reserves the right to terminate excursion if passengers engage in unsafe, rude, or illegal behavior.
• Captain will ultimately determine nature of excursion based on weather, sea conditions, and passengers' comfort and safety.

RATE

$24 per passenger, any age

WHEN

• See Reservations for specific times.
• Arrive 10 minutes early for boarding & safety briefing.
• Tour will depart the marina promptly! If you are late, there are no guarantees of transfer to the next tour.
• Tickets are non-refundable within 48 hours of departure except if unsafe weather conditions.

WHERE

• Check-in @ Point Cadet Marina, DOCK D #10
• Along Deer Island and Biloxi Beach!

WHAT TO BRING

• Camera
• Weather appropriate clothing & hat

WHAT'S NOT ALLOWED

• Illegal substances including "smoking"
• Smoking
• Vaping

WHAT'S THE DEAL WITH ALCOHOL??

• You may bring alcohol aboard (21+).
• Glass containers are prohibited.
• Illegal substances are not allowed...and illegal.

DOGS?

• Pets are not permitted unless your party books all 6 seats making it a private excursion.

WHAT BBT PROVIDES

• USCG Licensed Captain
• USCG approved life vests, all sizes
  Passengers may bring their own USCG-approved life jackets if they wish.
• All required safety gear

OTHER OPTIONS

PUBLIC
Deer Island Ferry (2 hours)
Deer Island Sunset Cruise (1.25 hours)
After Dark Nature Tour (45 min)
Biloxi Boat Ride (45 min)

PRIVATE
Biloxi Bay Sightseeing Tour (2 hours)

FAQs

What if there's bad weather?

We assess the conditions before leaving the dock.

Once you leave the dock, there are no refunds if you return early for any reason. If BILOXI BOAT TOURS or your party cancels due to unfavorable weather/sea conditions, a full refund is available prior to leaving the dock.

If a Small Craft Advisory (or worse) is issued and wind is gusting over 20mph, reservations will be revised.

How many people can be on a boat?

The Captain's USCG license allows for 6 passengers max per boat.
All humans count--no exceptions per USCG rules.

Can I do a sunset cruise?
Book the latest Deer Island Sunset Cruise if you want to be on Deer Island for sunset.

That trip lasts 1.25 hours on the traditional pontoon. Biloxi Sunset Table

Do I need to make a reservation?

BILOXI BOAT TOURS operates by appointment. We can accommodate walk-ups only if our staff happens to be on-site at the time and can coordinate a drop-off/pick-up with our other activities that day.

• Reservations require payment in advance.
• We do not hold boats/captains/seats without payment.
• If you don't wish to pay until departure time, you do not have a confirmed reservation.

Where do I check in?

On-time arrival is encouraged! Tickets are non-refundable within 48 hours of departure. The cruise will leave promptly on time. If you are late or miss the ride, there is no guarantee for space later. Check in @ Point Cadet Marina, Dock D #10.

Arrive 10 minutes early for loading and safety briefing.

What kind of boats do you have?

This excursion will operate on a Traditional pontoon boat with comfortable seating and bimini for shade.

What do you provide?

All required safety gear and USCG Approved life jackets, the captain, and fuel.

Anyone under 13 years old is required to wear a properly fitted life jacket any time the boat is moving--no exceptions. We have sizes ranging from infant to XXXL that you may borrow for your outing. Passengers are welcome to bring their own life jackets if they are marked as USCG Approved.

What can we see?

Spot soaring herons, swooping pelicans, chatty gulls, osprey carrying fish, even migrating geese and monarch butterflies depending upon the time of year. Catch minnows dancing and mullet jumping.

Look out for everyone's favorite. Please do not crowd or chase the dolphins! 

Everywhere you look there will be something interesting whether it's in the water, on the land, or in the sky!

Can we have a memorial service to scatter ashes on the water? Can we release balloons?
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There are federal laws that govern memorials at sea. Releasing human or pet remains is not within our scope of operations. Please refer to EPA Regulations to plan your service legally and inquire with offshore fishing charter guides.
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Balloons are prohibited on our boats. They are easily lost in the wind and are considered littering. Balloons do not stay in the air forever and come back down as trash. Sea turtles often confuse deflated balloons for jellyfish and become injured by eating them.

Read all FAQs here.