10 Boat Tours & Water Sports in Mississippi That You Shouldn't Miss

June 7, 2021 Venice Greaves

From 24-hour casinos, upscale shopping and luxurious spas in Tunica to the Civil War sites in Vicksburg to the lush golf courses, beaches and upscale casinos in Biloxi and Gulfport, Mississippi offers visitors a wide range of vacation experiences. Vacationers to Mississippi can choose from a diverse group of destinations and activities. On the Gulf Coast in Biloxi and Gulfport, casino gaming, big name entertainment shows, deep-sea fishing and golf, are popular pastimes. In Vicksburg, the Vicksburg National Cemetery and Civil War sites draw many visitors. In historic Natchez, you can take a scenic drive on the Natchez Trace Parkway or visit Frogmore Plantation, one of eight plantations originally owned by a wealthy Natchez planter. For an urban experience, Jackson, dubbed the “City with Soul” has over 50 nightclubs featuring Soul, Jazz, Blues, Rock and other musical genres. Tunica offers great casinos, golf and big name entertainers such as Bonnie Rait, Smokey Robinson and George Jones. Golfers, rejoice! Mississippi has more than 150 golf courses. Among the high-profile courses on everybody’s must play list are The Links at Cottonwoods and Tunica National Golf Tennis Club in Tunica and Grand Bear Golf Club in Saucier and The Bridges Golf Club at Hollywood Casino. Families visiting Mississippi fall in love with the heaping portions of Southern hospitality. Family-oriented activities are plentiful in Mississippi whether it’s enjoying the beaches on the Gulf Coast, visiting the home of Elvis Presley in Tupelo or riding a huge paddlewheeler on the Mississippi River.
Restaurants in Mississippi

1. Betsy Ann Riverboat

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5.0 based on 1,757 reviews

Betsy Ann Riverboat

Take a 2 hour Historical/Ecological Tour, Sunset Cruise or a Dinner Cruise on a 150 passenger paddlewheel boat. We have a climate controlled main deck with restrooms and bar and an open but covered upper deck. We are also available for private charters.

2. Mega-Bite Fishing Charters, LLC

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5.0 based on 61 reviews

Mega-Bite Fishing Charters, LLC

The Biloxi Mississippi Gulf Coast offers some of the best charter boat fishing in the Gulf South. We are now offering Deep Sea Red Snapper fishing trip, Biloxi provides inshore and offshore fishing all year round. Charter boat fishing can be a family activity so take your family fishing in Biloxi Mississippi.

3. Shore Thing Fishing Charters

Excellent
91%
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5.0 based on 23 reviews

Shore Thing Fishing Charters

We pride ourselves on providing the best fishing guide service on the coast. Not only do we strive for an unbelievable fishing experience, we also take care of everything else. Every step is taken prior to your arrival to make certain that your trip is as enjoyable and productive as it should be. If you are looking for a hard core fishing adventure with your buddies or a fun filled fishing experience for your family Shore Thing Charters has the right trip for you. No other guide service on the Mississippi Gulf Coast offers as much as Shore Thing Fishing Charters. We have four boats to accommodate larger groups, kayaks for fishing or just exploring and relaxing around the barrier islands.

4. Three Sons IV Pure Fishing

Excellent
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5.0 based on 22 reviews

Three Sons IV Pure Fishing

Small craft harbor next to Hard Rock Casino slip #25

5. Dominator Fishing Charters

Excellent
98%
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5.0 based on 60 reviews

Dominator Fishing Charters

Deep sea fishing charter for sharks Giant redfish, trout cobia ,jack,King mackeral or tuna.Price depending on how far out.Dominator 1 has full cabin ,walk in restroom, air conditioning,stereo.Fishing license bait and tackle included.

6. Captain Ron's Charters

Excellent
86%
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5.0 based on 7 reviews

Captain Ron's Charters

Captain Ron's has the largest fleet of charter vessels on the Mississippi Gulf Coast with a trip package for just about anyone! From inshore light tackle, wade fishing the barrier islands, to deep wreck fishing. Captain Ron's has been one of the Coast most popular charter operations for over 27 years.

7. Southern Coast Cruises

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5.0 based on 30 reviews

Southern Coast Cruises

Your family and friends will be very comfortable if you hire our Biloxi-based non-fishing rental, with an on-board restroom, experienced boat crew, and delicious food offerings! Let your charter boat crew take you on a boat ride to Deer Island with a view of the Biloxi Casino Row from the water. And then sail out to Horn Island with white sand and stunning warm emerald green waters, as immortalized by the Ocean Springs painter, Walter Anderson. You can swim, float in the warm water, or relax on the white sandy beaches. No-one can guarantee dolphins and this is not called a dolphin tour but there are dolphin sightings year round in these fishing waters between Biloxi Back Bay and Horn Island. The dolphins are often seen near the Biloxi shrimp boats that make shrimp excursions into the Gulf.Charter our boat, out of Biloxi, and experience a relaxing boat ride with views of Ocean Springs.

8. North Star Sailing Charters

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5.0 based on 174 reviews

North Star Sailing Charters

Set sail on the beautiful Mississippi Sound with a private charter for up to 6 passengers aboard Kashmir a 2006 40' Catalina Sailboat. Feel the gulf breeze blowing through your hair and the mist in your face as you embark on a nautical day of fun on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Captain Jim will ensure your safety and comfort so you can relax and enjoy the magnificent view of the Mississippi coastline, barrier islands and marine life at its best on North Star Sailing Charters. We offer morning, afternoon and evening charters of 2.5, 4 and 6-hours long. We are also an ASA Sailing Academy offering ASA Certified sailing courses. All of our Charters and Sailing Lessons are private and fully customizable. We do not have set departure times as we prefer to customize to meet your schedule and individual needs. We sail out of the Gulfport Municipal Marina in Gulfport, MS. If you're visiting Gulfport, Biloxi or anywhere on the Mississippi Gulf Coast come join us at North Star Sailing Charters!

9. McCoy's River and Marsh Tours

Excellent
96%
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5.0 based on 23 reviews

McCoy's River and Marsh Tours

Come and enjoy a trip along the Pascagoula River. Let Capt. Benny and Capt. Lynn McCoy take you on a tour of one of the most pristine river, swamp and marsh systems in America. We offer nature tours of this unique river and marsh system, so that our guests can experience the harder-to-reach, small bayous and sloughs of the swamp and marsh. This natural treasure, with its moss-draped trees and abundant wildlife will be an unforgettable part of your trip to the beautiful Mississippi Gulf Coast. At McCoy's River & Marsh Tours - We not only show you one of the most pristine rivers in the United States, we'll also do our best to make sure you have a good time. So come sit a spell, relax and visit with us. McCoy's River & Marsh Tours - we are the original boat-tour on the Pascagoula River. Capt. Lynn and Capt. Benny are both "Master Naturalist" and enjoy showing visitors the plants and wildlife that make up this beautiful river. We typically offer tours Tuesday - Saturday at 10:00 a.m. However, special accommodations may be made upon request.

10. 9-Ball Fishing Charters

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5.0 based on 27 reviews

9-Ball Fishing Charters

Mississippi Fishing Charters provides quality fishing adventures in the heart of the Mississippi Gulf Coast where the fishing grounds are fertile near Biloxi, Gulfport, Long Beach and the Louisiana Marsh along the Mississippi Gulf Coast.

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