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Blue Moon Cruises

Chattanooga, TN
888-993-2583
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Ranked #4 of 23 activities in Chattanooga
Type: Tours
Owner description: The Blue Moon is a 77 foot luxury cruiser offering eco-tours and evening cruises on the Tennessee River in Downtown Chattanooga. From both decks you... more » Owner description: The Blue Moon is a 77 foot luxury cruiser offering eco-tours and evening cruises on the Tennessee River in Downtown Chattanooga. From both decks you will have great views of the river and all the abundant wildlife. January and Feburuary the Blue Moon moves to the Hiwassee Wildlife Refuge about 30 minutes north of Chattanooga to experience the amazing migration of 15,000 SandHill Cranes and nesting Bald Eagles. Cruise dates and times vary based on the season. All trips include a meal- group and youth rates are available. « less
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Chattanooga, Tennessee
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013

Was very unhappy with this cruise! My sister camein from Chicago and we drove up here from Birmingham, Al. They avertised this crew as a Cinco de Mayo Cruise with food and entertainment. We boarded the ship went to top deck ordered a drink and befor we had even left dock they came and told us the food was already... More

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Crossville, Tennessee
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2013

This cruise is not to be missed! We just experienced our 5th different cruise. Each is unique providing a natural backdrop that includes the often overlooked eagles, herons, ospreys,etc. The staff are consistly helpful and friendly. Capt. Dave provides a wealth of history of the area in a manner that is interesting and surely beats reading a book. He always... More

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Atlanta, Georgia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 February 2013

We did the cruise with our birdig club and hsd a wonderful time. The boat wa very nice and comfortable for a large group.The rice encluded a nice lunch.We saw lots of birds and the views on the river were beautiful.

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Atlanta, Georgia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 February 2013

We took the 10AM cruise through the Hiwassee Nature Preserve last weekend, and it was much better than anyone expected. The boat is comfortable, with large windows on the enclosed lower deck for viewing, and a nice open area at the front of the ship and the deck above. On our cruise we saw sandhill cranes, at least 6 bald... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 February 2013

This is a great cruise. In the summer, they are based in downtown Chattanooga and the trips take you through the TN River Gorge, but in Jan. and Feb. they are based in Sale Creek, TN (about 25 miles north of downtown) and the trip takes you up past Birchwood area, Hwy 60 bridge, up the Hiawassee River almost to... More

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Young Harris, Georgia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 February 2013 via mobile

We spent yesterday morning cruising with Blue Moon, eager to see the sandhill cranes. We were treated to at least 5 active bald eagles, great blue herons nesting high up in the trees, sandhill cranes (thanks to a detour around an island), good commentary by the crew, a good lunch, and a warm room from which to see everything. It... More

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Brownsville, Kentucky
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 February 2013

very much enjoyed this trip, Captain Dave was quick to tell us where the birds were and gave us some great information on the area and the birds.

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Hixson, Tennessee, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2013

We will definitely do this again. Very special experience. Saw much more than anticipated. Saw rare whooping cranes too. Magnificient! Lots of bald eagles too. Fun!

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Atlanta, Georgia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 January 2013

Even without the thousands of sand hill cranes (due, we were told, to the heavy rainfall and resultant deeper water) we saw when we took this trip last year, this was still a very enjoyable way to spend a winter day. It is definitely worth the cost, and includes a very nice meal. The crew is very competent and professional,... More

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Maryville
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 January 2013

This was one of the most enjoyable trips of its kind that we have taken. The captain was an excellent guide. The food (included in the price) was very good, and the crew was great. Plus, the birds....We only saw hundreds of sandhill cranes rather than thousands, but it had to have been one of the best days ever for... More

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