This time of the year in Arizona, the weather is perfect! It is usually in the low sixties to high seventies often with cloudy skies and slight winds, so it is a great time to enjoy the outdoors. The lake can be such a relaxing spot to visit, they offer camping spots, hiking, fishing & boat rentals if you do not own one of your own (or know someone who does) but did you know that Lake Pleasant also offers a cruise service? Lake Pleasant Cruises offers a few different types of cruises which are perfect for a unique date idea or family day out. We were recently invited to attend one of their Narrated sightseeing tours. This tour is family friendly & perfect for all ages. If you aren't familiar with Lake Pleasant in Arizona the marina is located at 8708 W. Harbor Blvd. Peoria, AZ 85383.
The cruise lasts for an hour and a half & covers about ten miles of the lake. While you are cruising around the lake the captain will talk to you about the lake itself along with some of the local wildlife & plant life that can be found at the lake. It is highly recommended that you arrive at least forty-five minutes before your cruise time, this is to ensure you make it to the boat on time. The closest parking to the marina is a 5-10 minutes walk depending on how fast you walk so they have a shuttle service to pick up passengers. Each cart can hold up to five people so it may take a few trips to get everyone down to the marina. All of the shuttle drivers were friendly & the short ride was enjoyable.
The boat is quite large & has two levels where you can enjoy the views. You can choose to be on the upper level which is open or the lower level which is inside. On the lower level you will also find a small bar which has alcoholic drinks, non-alcoholic drinks and snacks available for purchase. Everything was very reasonably priced. There are also two bathrooms and a small sitting/standing area on the front of the boat. The bartender was quite sweet & let us know that her favorite spot of the cruise was on the front little patio which we were lucky & able to grab seats at for the ride. The seating was comfortable & they offered plenty of space for everyone on board not to feel cramped. Once the boat takes off from port, you are able to get up and walk around to see views from all sides of the boat. Plenty of people walked out onto the front of the boat to take in the views & for the amazing photo opportunities as well.
We really enjoyed the cruise, the boat ride was quite relaxing and the time flew by. We enjoyed hearing all of the facts about the lake & learning about the wildlife including that sometimes you'll see the wild deer swimming in the lake to reach the islands in the middle where they will live for a little while. During the cruise we were able to spot plenty of ducks, seagulls and even a bald eagle. We were also to see a ton of sail boats who were out enjoying the lake that day & if you get lucky enough, you might even get to see them race. Depending on what time of the year you take a cruise, there are chances to see the wild burro, mule deer, blue herons and more. During the cruise, my son had the chance to go up to the top deck & into the captains quarters to meet the captain & was even able to use the steering wheel. He really enjoyed the opportunity. After disembarking from your trip, there is a restaurant at the marina along with a gift shop & more so there is no need to rush back home.
For the narration cruise it is $30 per adult & $15 for children ages 4-17, kids 3 and under are free. Aside from the narration cruise, they also offer a brunch cruise & sunset dinner cruise which have catering. Additionally they also have live music cruises and the boat is available to rent for private events. If you do not like how much boats rock when out on the water, there is no need to worry on this cruise as the boat is pretty steady and you'll hardly feel it moving around on the water, it was quite a gentle ride. I highly suggest checking out their cruises & enjoying one with your loved ones.
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Disclaimer- Lake Pleasant Cruises provided tickets for us for the review free of charge no other compensation was provided. However, no product compensation will influence the outcome of any review. My honest opinions are used in all reviews, they are solely my own & they may vary from others. My reviews are posted for readers in order to provide an informed decision before purchase.
8 comments:
This sounds like a great cruise! I love being out on the water, and it's a big plus that the boat is so steady.
Water cruises like this are always a great time! There's nothing like enjoying the water and the views with a nice drink.
This sounds like loads of fun. I've been on similar cruises at Lake Cassatis and other places. Always a relaxing yet interesting trip.
I just finished reading your post about the Narration Cruise with Lake Pleasant Cruises, and I'm thoroughly enchanted by your experience! Your vivid descriptions and personal insights really brought the cruise to life for me. I especially appreciated how you highlighted the family-friendly aspect and the diverse wildlife sightings. It's clear that this outing offers much more than just a scenic view—it's an educational adventure that caters to all ages. Your tip about the shuttle service and the gentle nature of the boat ride is especially helpful for those who might be hesitant about being on the water. Thank you for sharing this gem in Arizona; it's definitely going on my must-visit list!
Wow, this sounds like a lot of fun for a cruise! I bet it was so interesting and look how beautiful the water looks, so relaxing!
I've never taken a cruise, but I've always wanted to! This sounds like it was such a lovely time. I have to try it out, too. :)
This looks like a lovely cruise to take, especially in Arizona where I imagine it is nice to go out on the lake when it is warm. Sounds like fun.
This is a relatively small lake to have cruises. I did a little research and, while small in size, it is quite deep so it makes sense that cruises would be offered. It seems like a peaceful body of water, too.
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