H.I.G. Capital Acquires Shore Excursions Group
December 16, 2025
H.I.G. Capital, through an affiliate, has completed the acquisition of Shore Excursions Group, the world's largest independent provider of onshore tours and excursions for cruise passengers. Founded in 2008 and headquartered near Fort Lauderdale, Shore Excursions Group coordinates over 4,000 tours across roughly 350 ports and has delivered more than five million tours via travel-agency and direct channels. Marathon Asset Management and Webster Bank arranged a senior-secured credit facility to support H.I.G.'s acquisition and future growth plans.
- Buyers
- H.I.G. Capital
- Targets
- Shore Excursions Group, LLC
- Industry
- Restaurants & Hospitality
- Location
- Florida, United States
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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