Mailboat Cruise
Join the M/V Sophie C on her Mail Run! • 2 Hours
Overview
Activity details
Launched on Lake Winnipesaukee in 1945, the M/V Sophie C continues a long tradition of delivering postal mail to the lake's summer island residents. On each two hour cruise, she'll visit a number of different islands, while her Skipper points out areas of interest along the way.
On some islands Sophie's visit is the social event of the day, and island residents often come to the dock to say hello, and purchase an ice cream treat, snack or souvenir.
Don't forget to send a postcard home! Passengers are invited to fill out and mail postcards right on board, complete Sophie's own unique, collectible cancellation stamp!
What's included
Amenitiies:
Itinerary
11:00 AM Cruise visits Loon Island, Bear Island, 3 Mile Island, & East Bear Island
2:00 PM Cruise visits Camp Lawrence, Birch Island, Sandy Island, Cow Island, Jolly Island
*Please note that mail stops may vary based on whether there is mail to deliver, or residents on the island.
Pricing
Adults (Ages 13+) $46
Children (Ages 4-12) $26
Babies (Ages 3 and under) Free
** Add Parking** $10
Additional information
Check-in details
- Times listed are departure times, and boarding will begin 30 minutes prior to departure and will continue until the cruise departure time.
- The vessel leaves on time, and late arrivals cannot be accommodated. For safety reasons, once the gangway is dropped the ship cannot return for tardy passengers.
What to bring
Passengers seated on the outside decks are encouraged to bring sun protection.
Special requirements
All passengers are required to have a ticket, regardless of age.
Extras
Snacks - The Sophie C offers a variety of chips, snacks, and soft drinks, including a wide selection of ice cream novelty treats.
Gift Shop - Remember your visit to Winnepesaukee with a small memento of your trip. The Sophie C has a small gift shop including t-shirts, sweatshirts, and other souvenirs.
Postal Services - The Sophie C is a floating post office, offering many of the same services as the one in your local city or town. In fact, we encourage you to send mail – Sophie offers postcards that can be purchased and mailed right from the boat, with a collectible cancellation stamp all of her own.
FAQs
Can I bring my own food and drinks?
The M/S Mount Washington is a full service restaurant and like other restaurants, outside food and beverage are not permitted. Customers arriving with food and beverage items will be asked to return them to their cars or dispose of them prior to check-in.
Is smoking permitted on board?
All vessels in the Winnipesaukee fleet are non-smoking, and smoking and vaping are not permitted.
Are dogs permitted on board?
Only ADA Service Animals are permitted on board. WFC personnel will screen requests for service animals consistent with federal law. Miisrepresentation of a service animal is a crime and may be subject to a federal fine.