Welcome aboard Nauti Cat!
Nauti Cat is a 2017 Nautitech 46 Open sailing catamaran with an elegant and inviting living space. The “Open” concept merges living room and cockpit to gain space, offering all the necessary amenities needed to make your time on board comfortable, relaxed and enjoyable.
Nauti Cat’s home port is the historic and charming town of Urbanna, VA on the Rappahannock River, only a few miles upriver from the Chesapeake Bay. Our dock is privately owned with ample parking, and we are within a short walk to restaurants, shops, and accommodations.
“We had a beautiful cruise with Captain Bland and First Mate Michelle. The Nauti Cat is super luxurious. Captain Bland knows the history, the area and the people around the Rappahannock River. You could not ask for more accommodating and fun hosts! Don’t think twice, book now! Highly recommended!!!”
Debbie & Mike C. Charlottesville, VA
Steve Bland - Captain
Steve is a USCG licensed Master Captain with a Sailing Endorsement and also holds teaching credentials from the American Sailing Association (ASA) for keelboats and catamarans. He has been passionate about sailing since first learning on the Mobjack Bay over 50 years ago!A lifelong Virginian, Steve was raised in Gloucester County and graduated from Randolph-Macon College with a Bachelor of Arts in Business & Economics.
In addition to Sail Nauti Cat charter business, Steve has worked in the real estate industry for 25 years. He is currently a Branch Partner with Alcova Mortgage LLC and owner of Blue Heron Title Company, both located in Gloucester.
In his spare time, Steve enjoys golfing, live music events, cooking, gardening, spending time with family, and traveling with Michelle to warmer destinations!
Michelle Orsi - Stewardess
Michelle was born and raised in Richmond, Virginia. After earning a degree in International Relations and French at East Carolina University, Michelle spent the next 30 years in Southern California working in the film and television industry in marketing and public relations. In 2002, she launched her own agency, Three.Sixty Marketing & Communications, and has since been working with clients all over the world. Michelle relocated back to Virginia in 2021 to be closer to family and to enjoy the waterways of Eastern Virginia.
Michelle is an avid traveler for both work and pleasure, having visited 26 countries around the world and counting! On the weekends, Michelle can be found with Steve cruising the Rappahannock River or enjoying a local music event!
Steve and Michelle, who reside in Urbanna with their rescue cat Salem (our Nauti Cat 😊), are members of Save the Bay, an organization devoted to the restoration and protection of the Chesapeake Bay.
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Nauti-Cat Cruises
Traverse city boat tours & catamaran cruises, featured cruises.
- Most Popular
Champagne Sunset Cruise
Take in the breathtaking scenery of Traverse City’s wonderful sunsets.
Happy Hour Cruise
Get ready to soak up the sun and take the plunge on our happy hour cruise!
Windjammer Cruise
Join us for our windjammer cruise during the time where the winds on Grand Traverse Bay are most lively!
- Users All ages
Noon Cruise
The sun is at its highest during our Noon Cruise, making it a favorite for sun-bathing and relaxing!
CRUISE CATEGORIES
Daily cruises, speciality cruises, private charter, live music shows.
THE NAUTI-CAT
Get to know the ship
With a passenger capacity of 49, the Nauti-Cat has plenty of room to suit any occasion.
The dimensions of the Nauti-Cat are 47′ long, 29′ wide and a mast 63′ high, making it the largest commercial sailing catamaran on the Great Lakes.
Check out our “Dive-Bar” with 6 taps!
CRUISE SCHEDULE
Established in 1998, the Nauti-Cat has brought enjoyment to many all over the world. Taking everyone from old salts to first-timers, you find yourself relaxed and realizing why you’re on vacation — to be here on the water in West Grand Traverse Bay. Cruises range from 1.5 to 2.5 hours long, depending on the time of day.
OVER 600 FIVE-STAR REVIEWS ON TRIPADVISOR!
Cruise was great
Took the noon cruise. Crew was great. Boat was very clean. . Wonderful day for a cruise. Rum drinks are delicious. Very nice time with friends. Totally relaxing sail. Thought it was really neat that the Nauti-Cat was run by family and friends through the years.
Great time!
Our group of ladies had a blast and everyone said they would do it again. We did the champagne sunset cruise and highly recommend it.
Awesome first experience!
I highly recommend to visitors and Michiganders. Very enjoyable and beautiful scenery. Our captain and first mate were great and everyone we met on the cruise were very friendly.
Great value!
Super fun relaxing way to spend a few hours on the water. Great value! Much cheaper than a conventional sailing cruise for the same kind of adventure. We plan to take more visitors out next summer too!
Great experience!
Nauti Cat came recommended to me from a friend as a must do during our trip to Traverse City. My husband and I did the sunset cruise and enjoyed the staff energy and knowledge of the area. We would definitely do it again during a future visit!
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