WHITE BEAR LAKE SIGHTSEEING TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Sunday Bloody Mary & Breakfast Pontoon Tour: A 1.5‑Hour Brunch Cruise Around Manitou Island
A 1.5‑hour, adults‑only Sunday morning pontoon outing on White Bear Lake featuring Tally’s Bloody Marys, mimosas and tapas while skimming scenic shores and historic homes.
Sunday Bloody Mary & Breakfast Pontoon Tour: A 1.5‑Hour Brunch Cruise Around Manitou Island.
On summer Sundays, a low, easy pontoon run around Manitou Island sets the tempo for the day: attentive skiffs of shoreline architecture, the hush of open water, and the occasional flash of a loon or the silhouette of a perched eagle. The Sunday Morning Bloody Pirate Cruise from Tally’s Dockside pairs that short excursion with savory brunch cocktails and small bites, creating a compact, convivial outing on White Bear Lake.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Tally’s signature Bloody Marys and morning mimosas
Onboard choices include Tally’s famous Bloody Marys (and variations such as Bloody Marias or Red Snappers) or mermaid mimosas paired with a selection of morning tapas—an essential part of the cruise experience.
Eyes out for loons and eagles
As the pontoon skirts the lake’s shoreline and circles Manitou Island, participants often scan for Minnesota’s waterbirds and raptors—loons and the occasional eagle are among the species mentioned for sightings on this outing.
Historic homes and classic lakeshore views
The route takes in White Bear Lake’s scenic shores and the great architecture of lakeside homes, offering a compact visual tour of the lake’s built and natural edges.
What the day feels like
What the morning feels like
The cruise is a measured, social morning on the water: for 1.5 hours you glide around Manitou Island from a central dockside meeting point, sampling a chosen cocktail and tapas while the captain points out shoreline architecture and passengers keep watch for loons and eagles. It’s a short, curated summer ritual—light food, mixed drinks and lake scenery in a single Sunday‑morning loop.
THE DRINKS
Tally’s signature Bloody Marys and morning mimosas
Onboard choices include Tally’s famous Bloody Marys (and variations such as Bloody Marias or Red Snappers) or mermaid mimosas paired with a selection of morning tapas—an essential part of the cruise experience.
THE WILDLIFE
Eyes out for loons and eagles
As the pontoon skirts the lake’s shoreline and circles Manitou Island, participants often scan for Minnesota’s waterbirds and raptors—loons and the occasional eagle are among the species mentioned for sightings on this outing.
THE SCENERY
Historic homes and classic lakeshore views
The route takes in White Bear Lake’s scenic shores and the great architecture of lakeside homes, offering a compact visual tour of the lake’s built and natural edges.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who the cruise is suited for (and who should look elsewhere).
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Runs on Sundays from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM during the summer; the outing lasts approximately 1.5 hours.
Onboard choices include Bloody Marys (and variations), mermaid mimosas and a selection of morning tapas as part of the cruise experience.
Guests meet at the dock location before boarding; plan to arrive promptly for the scheduled 10:00 AM departure.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour?
The cruise lasts approximately 1.5 hours (10:00 AM–11:30 AM on Sundays).
Where do I meet the boat?
The meeting location is 4441 Lake Avenue South, White Bear Lake, MN 55110.
Is this cruise adults only?
Yes — the outing is for ages 21 and over.
What food and drinks are served?
Options aboard include Tally’s Bloody Marys (and variations), Bloody Marias or Red Snappers, mermaid mimosas, and a variety of morning tapas.
What will we see on the tour?
The pontoon floats around Manitou Island and passes scenic shores and historic homes; passengers may spot resident eagles and Minnesota loons.
Who operates this cruise?
The tour is operated by Tally’s Dockside.