DULUTH BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Brunch Aboard the Vista Star: Mother's Day on Duluth Harbor
A 1.5-hour Mother's Day brunch cruise in Duluth aboard the Vista Star with reserved seating and a buffet featuring baked ham, scrambled eggs and French toast.
Brunch Aboard the Vista Star: Mother's Day on Duluth Harbor.
Celebrate Mom from the water: this Mother’s Day Brunch places you on the Vista Star for uninterrupted views of Duluth’s skyline and harbor activity while you relax in reserved seating and dine from a brunch buffet. The cruise frames the city from a maritime vantage—quiet stretches of water punctuated by industrial harbor movement—making the meal as much about the scenery as the food.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A Waterfront Perspective on Duluth
The cruise is built around long, scenic views of Duluth’s skyline and active harbor—ever-present backdrops as you move along the water aboard the Vista Star.
A Classic Brunch Buffet
Guests enjoy a brunch buffet that features baked ham, scrambled eggs and French toast—simple, familiar dishes served while the ship cruises.
Reserved Seating for Your Group
Seating is reserved and set prior to boarding; the operator asks guests to indicate seating preferences if they want to sit near people who are not on the same reservation.
What the day feels like
What the Cruise Feels Like
Over 90 minutes you’ll board the Vista Star, settle into pre-assigned seating and move out into the harbor for a relaxed brunch service. The rhythm is unhurried: buffet access and table conversation against changing waterfront panoramas, with the ship’s motion the only reminder you’re on the water.
THE VIEWS
A Waterfront Perspective on Duluth
The cruise is built around long, scenic views of Duluth’s skyline and active harbor—ever-present backdrops as you move along the water aboard the Vista Star.
THE MEAL
A Classic Brunch Buffet
Guests enjoy a brunch buffet that features baked ham, scrambled eggs and French toast—simple, familiar dishes served while the ship cruises.
THE SEATING
Reserved Seating for Your Group
Seating is reserved and set prior to boarding; the operator asks guests to indicate seating preferences if they want to sit near people who are not on the same reservation.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this outing suits—and what to keep in mind.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The cruise runs for approximately 1.5 hours.
Reservations are required for this cruise; seating is reserved and set prior to boarding.
Seating is pre-assigned; indicate if you’d like to be seated near guests who are not on your specific reservation.
The brunch buffet includes baked ham, scrambled eggs and French toast.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Is a reservation required for the Mother's Day Brunch cruise?
Yes. Reservations are required for this cruise.
How long is the cruise?
The cruise duration is 1.5 hours.
Is seating assigned?
Yes. Seating is reserved and set prior to boarding; you should indicate if you want to sit near guests who are not in your reservation.
What is served on the brunch buffet?
The buffet features baked ham, scrambled eggs and French toast.
Which vessel and operator run the Mother's Day Brunch?
The cruise is operated by Zenith Adventure | Vista Fleet aboard the Vista Star in Duluth, Minnesota.
Can I request seating with guests not on my reservation?
Yes. The operator asks that you indicate seating requests if you would like to sit by certain guests who are not in your reservation.