9 Things to do Adventurous in Grand Traverse County That You Shouldn't Miss

Sail with us and experience the beauty of West Grand Traverse Bay right from the water (bring your camera, these views are too good to miss!) Michele, our 37 foot Center Cockpit O’Day sailboat will take guests on a stable, safe ride combining the exhilaration of fresh air and waves on our deck with the sunshine up above. Whether you’re looking for something the whole family can enjoy or a romantic evening out for two, your sail on Michele is sure to be a memorable highlight. See some of the Bay’s most beautiful views up close and personal ~ it could be Old Mission Peninsula with its panoramic vineyards, the skyline of downtown Traverse City, or even one of the Cherry Festival’s concerts at open space! Our sailing excursions are consistently rated among the top things to do in Traverse City, and our thousands of happy guests can testify.

We operate fishing charters around the greater Grand Traverse Bay area including fishing East and West Grand Traverse Bays. Fishing Lake Michigan from ports located in Leland and Frankfort. With over 15 years of professional fishing experience, we welcome families and anglers of all skill levels to enjoy and experience the waters that we have grown up boating and fishing on.

Flyboard TC is Northern Michigan's premier flyboard academy and dealer of Flyboards. Providing flyboard instruction/rental to newcomers, flyboard training, and sale of flyboards. Come enjoy the beautiful East and West Grand Traverse Bay while flying above the water on one of our Zapata Racing Flyboards.

Helicopter Tours in Traverse City, Old Mission Peninsula, Sleeping Bear Dunes, Glen Lake, Glen Arbor, and more. Select one of our tour packages or create your own flight.

Come fly with Traverse City’s most experienced balloon company. Our chief pilot has over 5000 flights in 6 different countries on 4 continents. He has now chosen Traverse City as his summer home. We fly hot air balloon tours over Traverse City and the Grand Traverse area. View beautiful bays, lakes, vineyards and cherry tree groves from above. After the flight enjoy a traditional champagne toast with the pilot while listening to the story of the Montgolfiere brothers, the World's first Aeronauts.