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Explore Gaillard Island & Middle Bay Lighthouse:
A Scenic Adventure with Chappelle Excursions

Awaken your senses with a captivating morning on Mobile Bay, where nature, history, and Southern charm come together on a one-of-a-kind boat tour. Step aboard with Chappelle Excursions and journey through calm coastal waters as the sun rises over two of Alabama’s most iconic landmarks: Gaillard Island and the Middle Bay Lighthouse.​

🛥️ Your Experience Includes:

  • A 4-hour guided boat tour aboard a spacious, comfortable vessel

  • Breathtaking views of Gaillard Island, home to thousands of nesting seabirds — from elegant herons and skimmers to endangered brown pelicans

  • A close encounter with the storied Middle Bay Lighthouse, a striking hexagonal structure built in 1885, standing proudly in the middle of the bay

  • Insightful narration from your knowledgeable local captain, sharing tales of coastal history, marine wildlife, and the unique ecosystems of the region

  • Bottled water provided

📍 Departure Location: Five Rivers Delta Center

     30945 Five Rivers Boulevard, Spanish Fort, AL 36527

🕗 Departure Time: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Great for families, birding enthusiasts, history buffs, and photographers

👥 Group Size: Up to 5 guests

🌿 Why This Tour Is Special:
Gaillard Island is a man-made marvel, transformed into a haven for wildlife. On any given morning, you might spot terns diving for fish, ospreys circling overhead, or dolphins slicing through the water alongside the boat. Then, drift quietly around the Middle Bay Lighthouse, where stories of isolation and resilience echo from its iron stilts and weathered shingles.

📸 Bring your camera — the early morning light is perfect for capturing unforgettable moments!

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