Big Bear Pirate Ship, Big Bear Lake

About Big Bear Pirate Ship

Big Bear Pirate Ship offers guided tours aboard the Time Bandit, a vessel named after the movie in which it was featured and operating on Big Bear Lake since 1998. Visitors board the pirate ship for approximately ninety-minute cruises that combine corny jokes, scenic views of the mountain landscape, and historical information about the lake and surrounding area. Tours depart at ten in the morning, noon, two in the afternoon, four in the afternoon, and six in the evening. The Time Bandit also accommodates private charters for large groups, private parties, weddings, birthday parties, and film production, with a two-hour minimum booking. Located on Big Bear Lake in California, the attraction caters to families and groups seeking a distinctive water-based sightseeing experience that blends entertainment with the natural beauty of the alpine setting.