Pirate Ship Adventure
From $39 | 1.5 Hours | Great for kids of all ages!
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Overview
Activity details
Come Sail on The Orange Beach Pirate Cruise
Sail on our Orange Beach Pirate Ship Cruise as we bring the most unique form of family entertainment to the Alabama Gulf Shores area. The American Star is located at Hudson Marina: 4575 South Wilson Blvd. Orange Beach, AL 36561. Please report directly to our main check in office!
Our Trips
Pirate Ship Adventure
Bring your young pirates aboard the American Star for a swashbuckling Pirate Adventure on the waters of Orange Beach, Alabama.
Once on board our authentic 65ft wooden pirate ship, our pirate crew will lead you and your mini-mates in an interactive performance full of fun games and activities!
You will learn how to be a part of our pirate crew! Learn how to earn your sea legs, put out a fire on the ship, catch cannonballs, read and fold a treasure map, earn pirate punch, sing songs, dance along, and hear true stories of pirates before us in our very own waters!
Whether you are tall or small, young or old, the American Star Pirate Adventure is fun for everyone!!
Whether you chose to participate or sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride, our pirate crew is here for you!
Remember to keep your eyes over the side; you never know what you can see aboard the American Starrr!
Water and Pirate Punch are provided halfway through the excursion; however, you are permitted to bring a small cooler with anything you would like, no glass please.
During the Spring/Summer/Fall months, we recommend clothes you can get wet in or a swimsuit and a change of clothes for those tall and small who choose to participate (particularly our cabin kids)!
Some of our Pirate Training Activities do include water as a good way to stay cool and have fun in the heat! A towel and/ or swim clothes are recommended.
Nights and Lights Scenic Cruise
June 5- Aug 7 Every Thursday 8-9:30
Step aboard for the American Star for the night time experience of a lifetime! Our 90 minutes cruise includes dancing, singing, pirate photos, a limbo contest and seeing the lights of the Alabama Gulf Coast in the most unique way possible. You are invited to bring a bag or cooler with whatever you would like, no glass please.
This is not the Pirate Ship Adventure, This is a Scenic Evening Cruise with light pirate activities, dancing and fun. You will not get wet on this cruise.
What's included
- USCG Approved Vessel
- Licensed Captain and Crew
- Full Interactive Performance
- Shaded Area with seating
- Clean Restrooms
- Complimentary Water and Pirate Punch
- A Fair Share of Treasure
- Facepainting
Pricing
Daytime Cruise Rates
- Skallywags (Ages 13-64) $49 per person + tax
- Salty Dogs (Ages 65+) - $41 per person + tax
- Cabin Kids (Ages 2-12) - $39 per person + tax
- Lil Swabbies (Ages 1 and under) - $5
Sunset Pirate Adventure
$59 for every person and $5 for infants
Early Bird Special
8:30AM During Summer
$39 for every person and $5 for infants
Nights and Lights Scenic Cruise
Thursday Evening During Summer
$49 for every person and $5 for infants
Additional information
Check-in details
Please report directly to our Front Office for Check In. All parties must sign liability waiver prior to the start of the trip (one per party) If having difficulty signing, turn phone sideways to landscape mode.
FAQs
Will I get wet?
You may! During the Spring/Summer/Fall months, we recommend clothes you can get wet in or a swimsuit and a change of clothes for those tall and small who choose to participate (particularly our cabin kids)!
Some of our Pirate Training Activities do include water as a good way to stay cool and have fun in the heat! A towel and/ or swim clothes are recommended. Anyone who wants to stay dry; Watch out for the Splash Zone.
No one will get wet during our Nights and Lights Scenic Cruise.
What do you do?
Pirate Ship Adventure
Once on board our authentic 65ft wooden pirate ship, our pirate crew will lead you and your mini-mates in an interactive performance full of fun games and activities!
You will learn how to be a part of our pirate crew! Learn how to earn your sea legs, put out a fire on the ship, catch cannonballs, read and fold a treasure map, earn pirate punch, sing songs, dance along, and hear true stories of pirates before us in our very own waters!
Are any drinks provided?
Water and Pirate Punch are provided halfway through the excursion; however, you are permitted to bring a small cooler with anything you would like, no glass please. Alcohol is permitted in moderation for all guests 21+.
Are there restrooms on board?
Yes! Our pirate crew prides themselves on keeping our clean marine toilet ship shape!
Is there seating on the ship?
Yes! We have bench seating throughout the ship, on the outside of the cargo hatch, and shaded seating in the stern.
Is there Air Conditioning?
Our Ship is an authentic 1959 Wooden ship. We maintain the ship to the highest standards but in order to keep it as authentic as possible, we do not have air conditioning. We do however have a large shaded area in the stern. Our captain also keeps the vessel moving as much as possible to maximize the wind and keep everyone comfortable.
Will we see Dolphin on the Pirate Adventure?
Maybe! The pirate adventure is an entertainment cruise full of fun pirate training activities and games. While underway we can see a variety of marine life including sea turtles. We do sometimes see dolphin, but we do not target or change the route in search of dolphin.
Is there an age limit?
No! Our Pirate Adventure is fun for everyone tall and small!
What is your Nights and Lights Scenic Cruise?
Step aboard for the American Star for the night time experience of a lifetime! Our 90 minutes cruise includes dancing, singing, pirate photos, a limbo contest and seeing the lights of the Alabama Gulf Coast in the most unique way possible. You are invited to bring a bag or cooler with whatever you would like, no glass please.
Can we book the whole ship for a PRIVATE EVENT?
Yes! Please call 251-981-4127 for specific pricing.
Cancellations
Customers will receive a full refund with purchase of protection plan with 48 hours notice of cancellation. Customers will also receive a full refund in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. Contact us by phone to cancel or inquire about a cancellation. No-shows will be charged the full price.