Historical and Sightseeing Cruises

In Rockport, Texas

Aransas County is rich in Texas history. From the first Seaport in Texas, located in Copano Bay to the Lydia Ann Lighthouse at the Aransas pass.

These historic sites played a major part in the growth of Texas and both the Texas Revolution and the Civil War.

Get on board to see these important Texas landmarks and hear the stories of the Impresarios and the Catholic settlers they brought to Texas for free land and a new life. Learn the important role of El Copano in the fight for Texas independence and Mexico’s efforts against it along with tales of Texas in the Civil War and the events leading up to Texas joining the Union

  • Sunset over calm ocean water with dramatic clouds, a silhouetted bird decoration, and a boat railing in the foreground in Aransas Bay near Rockport, Texas.
  • White egrets and sandhill cranes flying over a marsh at sunset at the Aransas National Wildlife Refuge
  • Golden sunset reflecting across calm harbor water, with docks, boats, and waterfront homes silhouetted along the shore in Aransas Bay near Rockport, Texas. .
  • Sailboats and fishing boats moored in a calm marina at sunset, reflected in the water beneath a colorful cloudy sky in Fulton, Texas.
  • Sunset over the ocean, with golden light reflecting across rippling water beneath wispy clouds in Fulton, Texas.
  • Ancient stone ruins and scrub vegetation along the edge of calm water under a blue sky in Copano Bay near Rockport, Texas.
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  • 2 Hours

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  • The Skimmer is equipped with:

    • Two restrooms

    • Cabin Below with Seating

    • Two Upper Decks

  • Bring your preferred beverages, a picnic dinner or snacks, sunglasses, a camera, and a light layer for the evening breeze. Binoculars are optional for watching birds and other wildlife.