Welcome to WIND Sailing

Private Sailing Boat Tours in Traverse City, Michigan

Join WIND Sailing for a beautiful day on the bay!

Enjoy a day sailing out on the beautiful West Grand Traverse Bay with Wind Sailing! We offer several wind sailing charter lengths and are happy to help you find the perfect Traverse City boat tour for your group. So whether you want to take the wheel on your sailing adventure or relax while one of our experienced captains takes you on a guided journey, you’ll get to experience the beauty of Northern Michigan from the water while creating memories to last a lifetime!

Sailing Packages

WIND excels in exceeding your expectations in providing private sails throughout the day as well as private romantic and stunning sunset cruises. We also offer overnight stays and fireworks and airshow sails. Bachelorette parties, anniversaries, birthdays? We will make it special and memorable! Need to customize a sailing adventure outside of what is on our calendar? We can do that for you.

Give us a call 231-421-7000

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About The Boat

Second Wind is a 36′ sloop made in Michigan and is fully inspected by the US Coast Guard and Michigan DNR for your safety and comfort. The boat offers sun and shaded areas and a popular custom-crafted bench seat on the foredeck to enjoy the view in comfort and privacy. A marine head, dinette, and full galley are also provided. You’ll be amazed at the stress-free sailing aboard as the boat has all the modern conveniences such as autopilot, electric winch, and up-to-date electronics!

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Your Next Adventure

Come sail with us on beautiful West Grand Traverse Bay. Wind Sailing offers a variety of charter lengths where you can either take the wheel or relax and enjoy the scenery while one of our experienced captains takes you on the adventure of a life time! Our captains enjoy answering questions and teaching about the wonderful world of sailing! Anchoring and swimming is another option as the water is clear and refreshing.

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231-421-7000

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   Burt Staniar 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great trip out to Power Island with Captain Loren today! The boat was very clean and well appointed. Captain Loren was knowledgeable and accommodating. We all got to swim and paddle board when we got to the island. Not much wind but Captain Loren did everything he could to squeeze some sailing in. Highly recommended for families!
  
 
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   eliza Krasowitz 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. amazing captain and boat so much fun
  
 
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   David Zenlea 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Wonderful day in Grand Traverse! Our captain not only was a good tour guide but also patiently fielded questions from our curious kids. Would recommend.
  
 
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   Zoe Nash 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Captain Loren was great! He showed us around and then stopped to let us swim! He even let me steer the boat. It was a great experience and would absolutely do it again.
  
 
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   Brandon Kelly 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great trip! Captain Loren is very friendly and knowledgeable. We had a great time and he even took us for a swim in the shallows.
  
 
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   Dena & Mike Oesterwind 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Owners are phenomenal! We loved the experience and couldn’t ask for better company to go with. They helped my husband with his big surprise! Can’t recommend enough!
  
 
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   Sarah Castle 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. It was wonderful! Highly recommend! Captain Loren is very friendly and informative?
  
 
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   Ben Mercadante 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had such a great time with Captain Loren! It was such a relaxing tour and created memories our family will cherish for years to come. If you’re traveling to Traverse City, this is an absolute must-do. Highly recommend!
  
 
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   Artemis Edel 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. we had an amazing experience sailing. Captain Loren was so kind and me and my boyfriend had a perfect anniversary evening. highly highly recommend if you want a perfect evening in TC
  
 
  
  
 
 
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Our Location

Discovery Pier

13271 SW Bayshore Dr

Traverse City, MI 49684

Give Us A Call

231-421-7000

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Sailing Season 2026
Begins May 5th

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