About Escape Excursions
Escape Excursions offers private, customisable boat charters throughout the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, departing from Legendary Waters Marina just three miles north of Bayfield. Unlike the large group cruises, every Escape Excursions trip is a private charter — the boat, captain, and itinerary are exclusively yours, making it easy to tailor the day around your group's interests whether that means kayaking, fishing, hiking, or simply island-hopping.
Their trips cover all 22 Apostle Islands and include kayak excursions where the captain drops you at sea cave formations to paddle, scenic cruises past lighthouses and sandstone cliffs, fishing trips for Lake Superior trout and salmon, hiking drop-offs at island trailheads, and water taxi services for campers heading to backcountry sites. Kayaks are provided on board for paddling excursions. Trip lengths range from half-day to full-day, and the captain adjusts the route based on weather, lake conditions, and what guests want to see.
The private charter format is the biggest draw — no sharing the boat with strangers, no fixed itinerary, and the flexibility to linger at a beautiful anchorage or cut a windy crossing short. For families, couples, or small groups willing to pay a premium over the group cruise operators, Escape Excursions delivers a far more personal and flexible way to experience the islands.
