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800-979-3370 or
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321- 454- 7414

Watch the Shuttle Launch from Island Boat Lines Cruise

Enjoy the experience.... and view a rocket or shuttle launch from the BEST waterfront viewing location in the Space Coast. Island Boat Lines will take you as close as permitted by the USCG north on the Banana River & Indian River. Both rivers are home to herds of Manatees, flocks of Birds and playful Dolphins. You will have a clear view of the launch in the comfort of our USCG Certified passenger vessel.



Advanced ticket sales recommended!

Watch from the Indian River - BEST seat in the house!

~ Restrooms and refreshments are available onboard.
~ BIG BONUS ~ No traffic or standing on the roadside!

(Photo Credit: Shuttle Cruise passenger Bob Radtke from the top deck of the Indian River Queen 5/11/09 at 2:01 pm)

Launch Schedule is subject to change, without notice.

For the latest up-to-date launch information: NASA Launch Schedule

Departing from Banana River Marina & Cocoa Village Marina. 1.5 hours before Lift-off. Advanced Reservations are required by calling 321-454-7414 or Contact Us

Scheduled Time: Boarding Begins 1.5 hours prior to scheduled launch / Departs 1 hour prior to launch / Launch Viewing /Return to dock following launch.

Space is limited to 38 per vessel. Visit Island Boat Lines to view boats.

The Indian River Queen is also available for Private VIP Charters. Certified to carry up to 250 passengers. Choose a ready made package which includes food, beverages & entertainment.

The Queen is the BEST venue to view a space shuttle launch!

Launch Cancellation Policy: PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY / No refunds

Advanced Reservations are required by calling 321-454-7414.


You must secure your reservation in advance by calling 321-454-7414. You will pay for your cruise on the boat. ALL LAUNCH CRUISE TICKETS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE AND NON-TRANSFERABLE to another launch mission. Closely monitor the launch date status before finalizing your travel plans to Florida. Launches are always subject to change and have unanticipated delays. If you need to cancel your reservation you must call 321-454-7414 in advance to avoid being charged full fair. If the launch date and time changes we will disregard all reservations and you will not have to call to reschedule. You will be required to call again to secure a boarding pass for the rescheduled launch cruise.

Planning Your Launch Day: Your name will be your reservation when you board. If you pre-purchased your Boarding Pass online you must have a printed voucher to board the vessel. You must arrive on time. Wear comfortable footwear and jackets in the event of cool weather. The vessels will depart promptly at the scheduled departure time. In the event the launch time has not been posted, plan to board 1.5 hours before Lift Off. We depart the dock one hour prior to Lift Off. Expect heavy traffic on launch day. Plan extra travel time. We will not hold the vessels or return to the dock to pick up any late passengers. All tickets are NON-REFUNDABLE and NON-TRANSFERABLE. If is your responsibility to keep up to date with the current launch date information. We will not call passengers in the event of a launch schedule change. We will post a general phone message so that all instructions are clear.

What's NOT permitted on the Queen: No coolers! You are not permitted to bring any alcohol onboard the Queen! We have a full service bar that will provide beverages & snacks. Fire arms or weapons of any type (with or without a permit are not permitted! Smoking PERMITTED outside only.

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