There are some very unique ways of experiencing Big Bear. You can view it from a helicopter, a big, 4-wheel drive jeep or even a Pirate Ship. That’s right, we have our own Pirate Ship. The ‘Time Bandit’ is an actual 1/3 scale replica of a Spanish Galleon that was built by a father and son in their backyard in the late 60’s and early 70’s and then used in the 1981 Hollywood movie “Time Bandits”. It was used in several different capacities over the years, but finally made its way to our own Big Bear Lake.
A tour on the Time Bandit is led by your Captain (a pirate, of course) and features live entertainment while you take a tour of Big Bear Lake and learn about its history and learn the inside scoop on some of our famous residents. You might get to see the homes of Mike Judge (Beavis and Butthead creator), Woody Harrelson and Kevin Costner.
The tour also includes a visit past the “War Games” house and if you’re lucky, you might swing by the former home of cartoon legend Mel Blanc (What’s up, Doc?) where his son, Noel (a current Big Bear resident) could entertain you with some famous voices.
At the end of your tour, little buccaneers will get a pirate ‘tattoo’ and a peek inside the treasure chest. The perfect way to learn about Big Bear’s ‘Hollywood Connection’.
The Time Bandit shove’s off from Holloway’s Marina. You can get more information by calling (909) 878-4040.
Book your Big Bear Cabin today, matey, and experience the Time Bandit and all her secrets!
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