Glass Bottom Shipwreck Tours, Munising — Attraction in Munising

We saw two shipwrecks, a lighthouse, and the painted rocks. The group of people that sits inside the ship on the first level gets to see everything first and then they are asked to sit down while the people on the top deck come down to see the shipwrecks through the glass bottom. The glass bottom is just small sections of the lower deck and not an entire glass bottom to a large ship. Plenty of seating and the option to buy snacks and drinks either in the gift shop beforehand or on board. Bathrooms provided on the board. Due to high winds, we were refunded some of our money because we could hardly see the first shipwreck at all and it was a bit difficult for the captain to steer the boat and hold it steady at some of the locations. We appreciated the refund (tickets were $40 per person) and it definitely took our review up one star as I was highly disappointed with the first shipwreck. The trip out & seeing the first shipwreck took a full 3rd of our trip (The lighthouse, painted rocks, second shipwreck are all very close together a little farther out). If you truly want to see the painted rocks, you need to take a different tour (Riptides is the one we kept seeing advertised) that takes you closer and into the painted rocks as well as around the back side of them. The part of the painted rocks we were able to see from the boat was nothing better than I could see looking at pictures online. To me, the lighthouse was just a side note that happened to be on our path. The crew and Captain gave good information at each stop but did no talking in between so much of your time is just enjoying being out on the water. We have been on other boat tours where they continually give history of the area and additional details and stories between locations and I much prefer that to just sitting staring...

It's a two hour boat trip and we got to see three shipwrecks, though I went on this when I was younger and saw more. I do believe it just depends on what shipwrecks are available due to lake superior changing, or something like that.

There were a few things you got to see other then the ship wrecks and that was the caves and coves, a gravel mine outcove, a pair of eagles in their nest, and a few lighthouses.

The caption, she was very informative. Spoke a lot about the Grand Island and the area around (their history), spoke of other ship wrecks, and how some light houses work.

Its a family run business and the entire crew is great, super friendly! They are very informative and funny. If you have questions you can ask, some other people did. Not me-social anxiety ✌️

If you think you might get sea sick this might not be the best for you considering you have to look down in these compartments to see the shipwrecks and sea sick + looking down is a no go. They probably dont want to clean up your lunch off the viewing glass.

There are two levels, the upper level that is uncovered and the lower level, cocered, where the compartments are. Both are nice and clean.

Snacks and drinks are available for a price, nothing is free these days folks. Except the bathrooms. Those were clean and free. :)

I'd probably go again in a few years so i do...

A Must-Do in Munising!

The Glass Bottom Shipwreck Tour was hands down one of the highlights of our trip to the Upper Peninsula! From start to finish, the experience was both fascinating and beautifully executed. The crew was knowledgeable, friendly, and clearly passionate about sharing the maritime history of Lake Superior.

We got an up-close view of two incredible shipwrecks, both resting peacefully beneath the crystal-clear water. The first was a wooden schooner still remarkably intact—you could clearly see the deck, ribs, and even parts of the mast through the glass viewing wells. The second wreck was larger and even more dramatic, with twisted metal and wooden beams sprawled across the lakebed. The clarity of the water made it feel like we were floating right above history.

One of the unexpected highlights was cruising past the abandoned East Channel Lighthouse on Grand Island. It looked like something straight out of a movie—rustic, weathered, and perched hauntingly on the shoreline. The guide shared stories about its history and the role it played in guiding ships through these treacherous waters. It added so much atmosphere to the trip.

Whether you're a history buff or just looking for a cool, unique way to experience Lake Superior, this tour is 100% worth it. Great for families, couples, or...