We all know Salem is a hub of spooky fun around the month of October, but did you know it’s also the departure point for a truly awesome haunted boat ride?

The Mahi-Mahi Haunted Happenings Harbor Cruise is one of the best ways to get in the spirit of the Halloween season while enjoying the beautiful sights of the Salem coast. Read on to learn more!

Facebook/Mahi Mahi Cruises This haunted boat ride is packed with creepy thrills. You’ll step aboard at Salem Harbor and be treated to a 75-minute cruise around Salem, Beverly, Marblehead and the eerily named Misery Islands.

The boat ride includes lively storytelling, with tales of haunted lighthouses, cursed islands, vicious pirates sure to make you shudder. You’ll also hear the legends of living monsters that supposedly attack ships today.

Facebook/Mahi Mahi Cruises But there’s more to this ride than story time. Passengers can take advantage of the full bar and grill that serves up autumn favorites like “grandma’s spiked cider,” hot chocolate and piping hot clam chowder. Visitors can also enjoy complementary personal tarot card readings and free professional face painting, as well as spooky photo opportunities and a festive crew ready to attend to your needs.

Facebook/Mahi Cruises Worried about catching a chill? Don’t fret – the only shivers you’ll feel are the ones creeping down your spine. The main cabin is heated to a toasty temperature and features comfortable spots to lounge. You can also hang out in the open-air seating area on the top deck.

This attraction is open to both adults and kids, though grown-ups may want to opt for a later departure time. If you’re interested in an adults-only version, there’s also a “Boos Cruise” on offer.

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The cruise operates on weekends and some weekdays, with boats departing at 1 p.m., 3 p.m., 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. The 7 p.m. rides sell out quickest, so check the schedule to be sure that your preferred time is available. The price is $25 for adults and $19 for kids.

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This haunted boat ride is packed with creepy thrills. You’ll step aboard at Salem Harbor and be treated to a 75-minute cruise around Salem, Beverly, Marblehead and the eerily named Misery Islands.

The boat ride includes lively storytelling, with tales of haunted lighthouses, cursed islands, vicious pirates sure to make you shudder. You’ll also hear the legends of living monsters that supposedly attack ships today.

But there’s more to this ride than story time. Passengers can take advantage of the full bar and grill that serves up autumn favorites like “grandma’s spiked cider,” hot chocolate and piping hot clam chowder. Visitors can also enjoy complementary personal tarot card readings and free professional face painting, as well as spooky photo opportunities and a festive crew ready to attend to your needs.

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Worried about catching a chill? Don’t fret – the only shivers you’ll feel are the ones creeping down your spine. The main cabin is heated to a toasty temperature and features comfortable spots to lounge. You can also hang out in the open-air seating area on the top deck.

This attraction is open to both adults and kids, though grown-ups may want to opt for a later departure time. If you’re interested in an adults-only version, there’s also a “Boos Cruise” on offer.

This is one of the most popular haunted attractions in Salem, so be sure to grab your tickets now before they’re gone. Click here to make reservations. For more awesome fall activities in Massachusetts, check out our list of some of the best autumn day trips here.

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