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Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore Tour
Very goodTop 18% in Traverse City
105 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score
- Traverse City
- Updated November 2, 2026
Explore Sleeping Bear Dunes with a knowledgeable guide, discover its natural and cultural history, and enjoy lunch, snacks, and drinks.
About this tour
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore stretches along 35 miles of coastline, with plenty to discover beyond its sweeping dunes and lake views. On this guided Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore tour, explore the area with a local guide who brings its history, flora, fauna, and geology to life. Hear about the Native tribes who once roamed the region and the forces that shaped the Great Lakes and the dunes. The experience includes private transportation, plus a catered lunch, snacks, and drinks, so you can focus on the scenery and stories along the way. A walk to the Empire Bluffs vista adds a memorable view; the easy-rated trail covers 1.5 miles over dirt and sand. Participants must be at least 6 years old, and the walk may not suit travelers with poor cardiovascular health. Join this Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore tour to see more of the coastline and understand the landscape as you go.
Highlights
- Explore the 35-mile coastline of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
- Learn about local history, flora, fauna, and dune geology with a knowledgeable guide
- Enjoy a catered lunch, snacks, and drinks
- Walk the 1.5-mile trail to the Empire Bluffs vista
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- All fees and taxes
- Snacks, drinks, and lunch
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4.92 / 5 · 105 reviews
Important information
- Participants must be at least 6 years old; infants are not accommodated
- Walking is required to reach the Empire Bluffs vista: 1.5 miles over a dirt and sand trail rated easy
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Service animals are allowed
- Meet the Up North Tours vehicle at the far west end of the Meijer parking lot
How this score is calculated
This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.92 from 105 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.
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- The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 8.3. Top 18% in Traverse City means it ranks in the top 18% of tours in Traverse City by this score.
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