Enjoy A Buffet-Style Dinner While Gazing Up At The Stars On This Steamboat Cruise In Arizona
If stargazing is one of your favorite hobbies, you have to check out the Astronomy Dinner Cruise on the Dolly Steamboat. A dinner boat cruise in Arizona, this nighttime adventure takes you on a scenic tour of the beautiful Canyon Lake, letting you enjoy a delicious, buffet-style dinner while marveling at the starry sky.
Experience Arizona in a whole new way when you climb aboard the Dolly Steamboat. This unique boat ride takes passengers on a scenic tour of Canyon Lake, with the majestic Superstition Mountains looming overhead.
The most popular excursion is the Scenic Nature Cruise, a 1.5-hour trip that showcases native flora and fauna, bighorn sheep, bald eagles, and the eponymous Saguaro cacti.
Boasting climate-controlled decks on its upper and lower levels, this historic seafarer offers plenty of room for everyone to sit (or stand) comfortably and take in the views.
If you think the rugged desert landscape is beautiful during the day, just wait until you see it after dark. The Astronomy Dinner Cruise provides an opportunity to do just that, allowing guests to enjoy a delicious meal while admiring the starry night sky.
The cruise features a fascinating presentation on the solar system by Dr. Sky Dine, as well as a buffet-style dinner whose selection rotates from month to month.
Upcoming offerings include beef brisket and BBQ chicken with macaroni and cheese and seasonal vegetables, and slow-cooked BBQ ribs and BBQ chicken with au gratin potatoes and vegetables. There is also a vegetarian option available, and children ages 5-12 enjoy access to the buffet at a lower price. Tickets for small children (ages 1-4) do not include the meal.
Visit the Dolly Steamboat website or Facebook page for more information about the Astronomy Dinner Cruise, including a calendar with upcoming dates and ticket prices.
Have you ever taken a ride on the Dolly Steamboat? If so, we’d love to hear all about your experience in the comments! Don’t forget to check out our previous article for a nearby hike to a waterfall in the magical Superstition Mountains.
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Address: The Dolly Steamboat, 16802 AZ-88, Apache Junction, AZ 85119, USA
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