# Ship Island Excursions > Ship Island Excursions provides ferry transportation and leisure cruises to Ship Island, Mississippi, offering family-friendly trips departing from Gulfport, MS. ## Booking Portal - [Booking Portal] (https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/msshipisland/) : A FareHarbor-powered booking portal for Ship Island Excursions. ## Activities & Experiences - [Dolphin Watching Cruise] (https://msshipisland.com/cruises/dolphin-watching-cruise/) : A seasonal dolphin watching cruise departing from Gulfport, MS, offering a family-friendly opportunity to see dolphins along the Mississippi coast. - [Ferry Service to Ship Island] (https://msshipisland.com/cruises/round-trip-ferry/) : Round-trip ferry service to Ship Island for an affordable barrier island beach experience. - [Fort Massachusetts Tour Ticket] (https://msshipisland.com/fort-massachusetts-tour-ticket/) : Ticket for a trip to Ship Island that includes time to learn about the island’s history and the Civil War-era Fort Massachusetts. - [Gulfport Sunset Music Cruise] (https://msshipisland.com/cruises/sunset-cruise/) : A sunset cruise on the Mississippi Sound featuring music and a party atmosphere aboard the Captain Pete. - [Private Charters] (https://msshipisland.com/cruises/private-charters/) : Private charter cruises along the beach between Gulfport and Biloxi for groups of friends, families, or colleagues. - [Captain Pete Novel] (https://msshipisland.com/captain-pete-book/) : A page related to the Captain Pete novel associated with Ship Island Excursions. ## Plan Your Visit - [Directions] (https://msshipisland.com/directions/) : Directions and map information for reaching the departure point in Gulfport, Mississippi. - [FAQs & Trip Planning] (https://msshipisland.com/faqs-trip-planning/) : Frequently asked questions, ticket pricing details, and planning tips for a trip to Ship Island. - [Protecting Ship Island] (https://msshipisland.com/protecting-ship-island/) : Visitor guidelines for protecting marine wildlife and the island environment during a Ship Island visit. - [Ship Island Hotel Packages] (https://msshipisland.com/ship-island-hotel-packages/) : Information on partner hotels offering discounted Ship Island packages near the Gulfport ferry service. ## Private Events & Groups - [Educational Programs] (https://msshipisland.com/educational-programs/) : Educational programs covering topics such as Ship Island and Fort Massachusetts history, Civil War naval actions, and barrier island ecology. - [Groups & Schools] (https://msshipisland.com/groups-schools/) : Group options for school trips, reunions, weddings, and special event parties on the passenger ferries. - [Tour Operators] (https://msshipisland.com/tour-operators/) : Information for tour operators, including a special Fort Massachusetts tour and group reservation options. ## Company - [About Us] (https://msshipisland.com/about-ship-island/) : Overview of Ship Island Excursions as a family-owned ferry and specialty cruise company and sole public boat access provider to Ship Island and Fort Massachusetts. - [Family History] (https://msshipisland.com/family-history/) : Historical background and legacy of the Skrmetta family behind Ship Island Excursions. - [Our Fleet] (https://msshipisland.com/our-fleet/) : Details about the company’s Coast Guard-licensed and inspected passenger ferries and what to expect on the trip. - [Ship Island History] (https://msshipisland.com/ship-island-history/) : Historical information about Ship Island, its role in Gulf Coast settlement, and its significance as a Gulf Coast landmark. - [Ship Island Stories] (https://msshipisland.com/press/) : A collection of media features and stories about Ship Island Excursions. - [Home] (https://msshipisland.com/home/) : Main overview of Ship Island Excursions, describing the ferry service, island experience, and seasonal operations. - [Home old] (https://msshipisland.com/home-old/) : An older version of the home page describing ferry services and family-friendly cruises to Ship Island. - [Captain Pete Novel] (https://msshipisland.com/captain-pete-book/) : Information related to the Captain Pete novel associated with Ship Island Excursions. ## Policies & FAQs - [Environmental Policy] (https://msshipisland.com/environmental-policy/) : The company’s environmental and safety commitments related to operations in Gulf Islands National Seashore. - [Privacy Policy] (https://msshipisland.com/privacy-policy/) : Privacy policy outlining how user data and information are handled. ## Contact - [Contact Us] (https://msshipisland.com/contact-us/) : Contact form and information for questions or comments directed to Ship Island Excursions. ## Blog & Updates - [Blog] (https://msshipisland.com/blog/) : Blog index for news, stories, and updates from Ship Island Excursions. - [Best Kept Secret in MS] (https://msshipisland.com/2022/02/17/ship-island-adventures/) : A feature describing Ship Island as one of the Gulf Coast’s best-kept secrets and highlighting experiences available there. - [The Early Years] (https://msshipisland.com/2022/08/19/the-early-years/) : Background on how Ship Island Excursions began and the early history of the Skrmetta family’s involvement. - [How to Pack] (https://msshipisland.com/2022/08/22/how-to-pack/) : Packing advice and recommended items for a trip to Ship Island. - [Over the Years] (https://msshipisland.com/2022/08/22/over-the-years/) : A look at Ship Island Excursions’ long-standing connection to Ship Island over the decades. - [The Ship Island Fleet] (https://msshipisland.com/2024/06/18/the-ship-island-fleet/) : A historical overview of the Skrmetta family fleet and vessels used for excursions over time.