Families can enjoy the beauty of the Sonoran Desert with a serene cruise around Saguaro Lake on The Desert Belle, which offers a one-of-a-kind experience that is both informative and enjoyable for outof-towners and locals alike.
The Desert Belle operates 700 cruises a year, offering several different cruise options including wine cruises and craft beer cruises. The Desert Belle also offers the top-rated 80-minute narrated cruise, which is led by a coastguard-certified captain describing the history, geology, geography, and wildlife native to the Sonoran Desert.
Cruisers will see a variety of wildlife including bald eagles, wild horses, deer, bobcats, and even bighorn sheep.
For those celebrating a special occasion, or wanting to gather family and friends, the Desert Belle also offers private charters — perfect for a memorable event.
“The Desert Belle has been operating for 58 years now and is the longest continuously running tour boat in Arizona,” said president and co-owner David Smith. “It’s so well-loved, and we get the sweetest reviews. We love seeing people walk away saying, ‘Not only did we have a great time, but we also really learned something.’”
Next door to the Desert Belle is the Saguaro Dockside, a docked boat that features a specialty gift shop and deck.
Next door to the Desert Belle is the Saguaro Dockside, a docked boat that features a specialty gift shop and deck.
For more information on the Desert Belle, or to purchase tickets, visit desertbelle.com. For more information on Saguaro Dockside, visit saguarodockside.com