About this Event
Boat and Island Tour
Boat transportation to Thacher Island off the coast of the charming seacoast village of Rockport, Massachusetts. Climb one of the twin Cape Ann Light Station Lighthouses listed on the National Historic Register for awesome views of Cape Ann. Walk the 3 miles of groomed trails and visit the museum. A great place for picnicking and picture taking.
- See above map for directions to departure point and parking instructions.
Tickets
Boat tickets required at least 24 hours in advance and are only available on this site.
Each person, including children, must have their own ticket.
Members of Thacher and Straitsmouth Island Association (TSIA) receive free launch tickets. Become a member at thacherisland.org/join-us Membership Link
TSIA Membership Prices
- Individual ($40) – 2 free tickets per season
- Family ($75) – 4 free tickets per season
- Patron ($150) –6 free tickets per season
- Life ($500) – 4 free tickets each season
Non Member Ticket prices:
- Adult Non- Member - $40
- Child (age 3-12) - $10
- Member TSIA (Adult OR Child) - Free, see above for membership tickets
- Adult Rockport Resident - $15
- Child Rockport Resident - Free
Order Tickets
Select date and time, or "More Options" for calendar with additional dates. Available dates have a dot, click on date. On a computer scroll using the arrow key to move right, on a cell phone swipe with your finger, you will have access to 4 boat times! Select time, click "Confirm." Next select "Tickets" and under menu heading, verify it's the date and time you want. Scroll down to choose ticket type then "Check Out." Total of only 6 tickets are available each trip.
For sold-out date or time please try another date or time. To be added to a waitlist email [email protected]. Include name, phone number, number of tickets, desired trip date and time. You can also call 617-599-2590 and leave a message.
Minimum Age for Event
Minimum age is 3 years. Under 12 require an Adult Sponsor to travel to travel in the boat with the child/children, maximum 5 children per sponsor.
Ticket Info
The name on the ticket must match the passenger listed on the boat manifest. Print or show your ticket on your cell phone to the captain upon boarding.
Boat Departure Location
Launches leave from Rockport Granite Pier, at the end of Wharf Road. Address for GPS and driving directions: 16 Wharf Road, Rockport, MA. 01966. Map to Granite Pier. Also see map at top of this page. Life jackets provided and must be worn on the boat.
Parking
At Granite Pier, park only on the right side of upper level. Vehicles parked incorrectly may receive a ticket. Walk to lower level, an island docent will advise when to board the boat.
Parking Fee
- $10.00 per car for non-Rockport resident, cash or check (no credit card) at red parking shack if open or leave fee in envelope which will be provided by dock docent.
- Rockport residents with sticker park free.
- Cars must display a $10 parking ticket receipt OR a Rockport Resident sticker.
Boat Cancellation Hotline
To see if a boat trip has been cancelled, call 978-546-5000 ext 42628 (4 BOAT) after 6:15am the morning of your trip.
Cancellation By Thacher and Straitsmouth Island Association (TSIA)
If light rain or fog, we still go. Safety is our prority so ocasionally TSIA cancels trips due to weather or sea conditions. Conditions at the dock and on the island can be different than in open water. Please be aware of possible cancellations when making a reservation.
If TSIA cancels a trip, you will be contacted by phone and email. A cancel decision is typically made at the dock at 6:15 that morning. A volunteer using their personal phone will call so please answer any unknown calls that morning.
If TSIA cancels, tickets for that trip are refunded including the Service Fee.
Refund Policy
Tickets refunded, less Service Fee, only if cancelled more than 7 days before departure date. No refund if passenger cancels (any reason) less than 7 days before departure. See above for trips cancelled by TSIA.
*If using a Member Benefit Ticket, please cancel so seat is available to others.
How to Cancel Any Ticket (Member Benefit/Free or Purchased)
Go to Eventbrite, "View and Manage" on confirmation order. Service Fees not refunded.
Important contact information (cell phone number, email & home address)
Before booking, know each passenger’s information, especially cell phone number.
Thacher and Straitsmouth Island Association Waiver of Liability
A condition of being a passenger on the TSIA launch and visiting Thacher or Straitsmouth Island is agreement with and acceptance of the Thacher and Straitsmouth Island Association Waiver of Liability. *After reading waiver, click yes to waiver to purchase ticket.
Precautions: Visitors should not wear open toe shoes or flip-flops.
What should I bring to the event?
- • Ticket with name (printed or on cell phone) for each passenger.
- • Drinking water, sunscreen, hat, jacket, bug spray.
- • The islands are off-limits to visitor's pets.
Services available on the island
There are picnic tables and a composting toilet for visitors. Island merchandise is available for purchase. No food or beverages are available to purchase on islands.
Total time on trip
From departure to return is 2.5 hours.
How can I contact the organizer with any questions?
For questions, special needs, and mobility issues call 617-599-2590 between 9AM to 5PM. Leave your name and phone number. You can also email [email protected].
Update registration information
Log into Eventbrite, click "View and Manage." All passenger names, phone number and email need to be correct on each ticket.
Eventbrite Account
Once an account is made, Eventbrite will recognize you unless you sign out.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Rockport Granite Pier, 16 Wharf Road, Rockport, United States
USD 0.00 to USD 44.52
