Riverboat cruises are fast becoming the most popular types of cruises for visitors to exotic destinations and historic destinations alike. A riverboat cruise is a form of travel that typically takes place aboard a small vessel that navigates the inland waterways of the world. Unlike large cruise ships, riverboats allow the passenger to get up close and personal with the countryside, and historic sites.
While riverboats tend to be smaller than bigger ships, many have some of the same amenities as a larger ship and they can be just as elegant as some of the larger, high-end vessels. Some riverboat cruise ships may even look like a luxurious hotel with accommodations as well as passenger sun decks, dining rooms, lounges, fitness facilities, swimming pools, casinos, and other entertainment facilities. In addition, many riverboats offer both onboard and off board tours of everything from museums and galleries to dozens of other historical and exotic points of interest.
There are many different types of riverboat cruises ranging from tours of the Volga (Russia River) to tours of the Mississippi River. North American riverboat tours typically explore the great rivers aboard a traditional steamboat. One such tour is the Lewis and Clark Riverboat Cruise. Located at the Historic Port of Bismarck, North Dakota, the Lewis and Clark Riverboat is a 150 passenger vessel that travels the rivers of Lewis and Clark, Sakakawea, Custer, and Sitting Bull. Considered North Dakota’s tourist attraction of the year, Lewis and Clark Riverboat cruises feature a climate controlled lower deck, a spacious top deck, a licensed bar and snack bar, two restrooms, a smoke free environment, a well-stocked gift shop located at the dock, and even bike rentals.
Cruises run the gamut from afternoon excursion cruises (2:30 p.m.) and early evening dinner cruises (6:00 p.m.) to sunset cruises (8:30 p.m.). Afternoon excursion cruises feature visits to local historic sites. There are several attractions in the area including: Camp Hancock State Historic Site, Chief Looking’s Village, Double Ditch Indian Village State Historic Site, the Former Governors’ Mansion State Historic Site, the Steamboat Warehouse State Historic Site, the Lewis & Clark Trail, and the Enchanted Highway. Lewis and Clark Riverboat cruises also features theme cruises such as 2-hour singles cruises along the Missouri River. Theme riverboat cruises typically feature live DJ’s, giveaways, and hors d’oeuvres.
Lewis and Clark Riverboat cruises typically run from Memorial Day through Labor Day Weekend. Prices for Saturday evening cruises range from $31-$41 per person. Other cruises range from $11-$31 per person. Charter and group cruises are also available during the spring, summer, and fall months. Lewis and Clark will host everything from meetings and customer appreciations to weddings, anniversaries, proms and reunions for groups ranging from two to 150 people.
If you happen to find yourself in Bismarck, North Dakota and you can take the time out to enjoy an exciting Lewis and Clark Riverboat cruise, simply reserve your space by calling 1-701-255-4233. You can also request information via email at [email protected] or visit the website.
Lewis and Clark Riverboat Cruises is located at 1700 River Road, Bismarck, North Dakota, 58506. Directions: Take Exit 157 off of Interstate 94. Go right to Burnt Boat Road, which will be the first left turn you can take. Turn left; follow Burnt Boat Road down the winding hill to the bottom. Turn Left at the T in the road and go about 3/4 of a mile. The Lewis and Clark Riverboat will be on your right side.
