smith island faqs

We have created a list below of our most frequently asked questions about our cruises and visiting Smith Island, Maryland. If you have any questions at all you can contact us at any time.

1. Where do you leave from?
2. Is there transportation across the bay from the Western Shore?
3. Are you handicapped accessible?
4. Are strollers allowed on the boat?
5. Can we bring our dog?
6. Do we need a reservation?
7. Do you offer group rates and how many people constitute a group?
8. Do we receive any complimentary tickets for our group?
9. Is there food on the boat?
10. Can we buy a Smith Island cake to take home?
11. Is there an ATM machine on the Island?
12. Do you accept credit cards?
13. Can we stay on Smith Island overnight?
14. Do you offer special charters?
15. Does your boat have a cabin?
16. Do you have an open upper deck to see the views and watch birds?
17. How long is the trip from Crisfield to Smith Island?
18. How long is the trip from Point Lookout to Smith Island?
19. How long do you stay on the Island?

Q:Where do you leave from?
A:We leave from the Somers Cove Marina Located in Crisfield, MD. See our directions page for specific address location.
Q: Is there transportation across the bay from the Western Shore?
A: No. There is no car ferry that crosses the Chesapeake Bay.
Q: Are you handicapped accessible?
A: Not completely, we can handle a manual wheelchair if the person is able to walk down the ramp. However extremely high tides can make this difficult.
Q:Are strollers allowed on the boat?
A: Yes!
Q: Can we bring our dog?
A: Yes, But only small dogs that are on a leash and can sit in your lap. No large dogs are allowed.
Q: Do we need a reservation?
A: Yes, reservations are required. For groups, call as soon as possible to check the availability on a particular cruise. For individuals, call anytime, even the morning of the cruise you want to make your reservation on.
Q: Do you offer group rates and how many people constitute a group?
A: Yes. But only if you have 15 or more people in your group.
Q: Do we receive any complimentary tickets for our group?
A: Yes. A group with 30 paying passengers will receive 1 complimentary ticket, and a group of 40 paying passengers will receive 2 complimentary tickets.
Q: Is there food on the boat?
A: No. There is only sodas and water. But there are places to eat on the island once you arrive.
Q: Can we buy a Smith Island cake to take home?
A: Yes! The Bayside Inn Carryout sells whole cakes and slices to go.
Q: Is there an ATM machine on the Island?
A: No, Not at this time.
Q: Do you accept credit cards?
A: Yes, Visa & Mastercard
Q: Can we stay on Smith Island overnight?
A: Yes. There are rental properties and B&B's on the island.
Q:Do you offer special charters?
A: Yes. Please call or email us with your request.
Q: Does your boat have a cabin?
A: Yes, Our boats have a cabin with heat and air. Our cabins also have many rows of seats available.
Q: Do you have an open upper deck to see the views and watch birds?
A: Yes, Our boats have seating outside on both levels to allow you to get the most out of your trip. Our boats also have seating on both levels.
Q: How long is the trip from Crisfield to Smith Island?
A: The trip itself is approximately 45 minutes long.
Q: How long is the trip from Point Lookout to Smith Island?
A: The trip itself is approximately 1 Hour and 30 Minutes long.
Q: How long do you stay on the Island?
A: Returning to Crisfield: Approximately 2 Hours and 30 Minutes. Returning to Point Lookout: Aproximately 2 Hours.