Captain Dan knows the bay and national seashore like only a local can. Fantastic day on the water…read morewith an incredibly knowledgable guide. We have already booked our next trip.

From the owner: We offer excursions to the coastal Mississippi barrier islands, dolphin/wildlife searching tours, &…read moresunset cruises. We offer 2, 2.5, 4, & 6 hours trips or we can custom tailor a trip to fit your need.

Jim is an excellent sea captain! He runs a 1-man show and provides history and a safe sailing…read moreexperience. It's a beautiful ride from the new Gulfport marina. You can bring your own snacks and drinks and he provides water and soft drinks. 3 sailing times (2.5 hr) daily, weather permitting, and I plan to return for the sunset one in the future!

North Star is a great choice for sailing classes. Captain Chris Sharpe was an excellent instructor:…read moreexpert knowledge, patient and a clear communicator. Polaris was a great "classroom." North Star worked with my schedule and maintained communication. The whole experience was fun and I came away much more knowledgeable and comfortable. I can highly recommend North Star.

Staff was amazing and would highly recommend. Found some amazing seashells, walking the island was…read moreso peaceful.

Listen up, Biloxi crew if you're just holing up in the casinos, stuffing your face at buffets, and…read morenever stepping foot on the sand or a boat, you're straight-up robbing yourself and disrespecting the good people of the Gulf Coast. Come on, y'all! This ain't what Biloxi is about. I rolled into town ready for some real adventure, and after chatting with locals (who know their stuff), they all pointed me straight to Ship Island Excursions. Best decision I made the whole trip. The boat ride out? Pure magic. About an hour across the sound, wind in my hair, and that captain man, what a character! He had us cracking up the whole way with his stories, pointing out dolphins like it was no big deal (spoiler: it was a big deal flipper squad escorted us like VIPs). The narration was gold: history, wildlife, tall tales, the works. Felt like we were in on some secret Gulf adventure. Once we hit Ship Island, it was game on. White sand beaches that look like they belong in the Caribbean, crystal-clear water way better than the mainland, and that old Fort Massachusetts to poke around in. I rented a chair and umbrella, plopped down, and let the sun do its thing. But let's be real I couldn't just sit still. Me and a couple new buddies from the boat got up to some harmless shenanigans: epic shell-hunting contests, splashing around like kids, trying (and failing) to build the world's saddest sandcastle before the tide won. One guy swore he saw a mermaid; I didn't argue. We were all just living our best lives, laughing our heads off. The whole vibe is chill but electric the crew keeps everything smooth, the people are friendly as heck, and you feel like you're part of something special. Pro tip: Pack snacks or hit the concession stand, but don't miss the ride back more dolphin sightings and that golden-hour glow over the water. If you're in Biloxi and you skip this, you're cheating yourself out of one of the top "had to do it" experiences on the coast. Casinos are fun, but this? This is the real deal. Boat cruise + beach escape + good folks + zero regrets. 10/10, do it every time you're here. Ship Island Excursions just earned a permanent spot on my Mississippi must-list. Can't wait to go back and cause more (friendly) trouble out there!

Beautiful views of the gulf - enjoyed Sunday Buffet - large selection - and my husband especially…read moreliked the club sandwich. Staff was polite and accommodating.

Great time, had our first shark on the line and in the boat within 5 min. Had a nice tarpon in the…read moreline but couldn't get it in the boat. When in the area, for sure to go back. Captain Mark was awesome! E we didn't plan ahead and could not find a charter. When I called CM, he said give him a few min and he'll call me back. He got ahold of his fellow mates and was able to move things around to take us out. CM is DaMan!

From the owner: We specialize in saltwater light tackle private charter trips for 1 to 5 anglers while targeting…read morenumerous species of hard fighting and great tasting sport fish. We have 6 boats available and offer half and full day rates and can accommodate any size group!

Rental experience with BSL was great. Drew is so easy to work with, always available by phone,…read morepleasant. Price was very reasonable. Cart was clean and perfectly operable. Drew made pick-up and drop-off SO convenient, especially if you are staying at the Hollywood Casino.

Great place, had a great time, rental house was great, so was good. Great place to kick back ,…read moreenjoy the beach, food, things to do.

Went out with Captain Chris and his son Chris this morning. Couldn't ask for a more professional…read moreand great crew. Never stopped working hard to put us on fish and make the trip a joy that it was. Slow day for him was an epic day for us. If you plan on fishing the Mississippi Gulf Coast this is the only phone call you need to make.

I had a fantastic experience with this chartering company! The staff was professional, the vessel…read morewas well-maintained, and the entire trip was smooth and enjoyable. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a top-notch chartering service.