The Lake George Steamboat Company offers a variety of cruises on 3 large ships: the Minne-Ha-Ha, the Mohican, and the Lac du Saint Sacrement.
"To experience the lake, you have to get on it!"
We are open from early May until mid October. In season, we offer up to 13 cruises during the course of each day. Meal Cruises, Sightseeing Cruises, Entertainment Cruises: each interesting and unique. In the Spring and Fall, we offer Lunch, Brunch, Sightseeing and Specialty Dinner Cruises.
Choose from 3 large cruise ships:
The Lac du Saint Sacrement offers lunch, brunch, and dinner cruises. The "Saint" is the largest tour ship on the inland waters of New York!
The Minne Ha Ha offers one hour sightseeing trips, a Friday night pirate themed adventure cruise and a NEW Minne "Rock the Dock'" Cruise/Dockside entertainment event on select Saturday Evenings. The Minne Ha Ha is an authentic paddlewheel steamship; one of only 5 left in America!
The Mohican offers island and bay exploration trips, family dinner cruises and a full length trip that goes almost the entire 32 mile stretch of Lake George. The Mohican, in service since 1908, is the oldest continually operated and inspected boat in America!!
Planning a family reunion, prom, corporate lunch, or other special event? Look no further! We can accommodate groups ranging in size from 10 to 1000.
For information on regular cruise pricing, group rates, charter or private party rates and available sailing dates and times, please call: (518) 668-5777 ext.4, or visit www.lakegeorgesteamboat.com.
Looking to have the wedding of your dreams? Exchange your vows on the lake, surrounded by the most unique and beautiful views the Adirondack Mountains and Lake George have to offer!
Check out www.lakegeorgeboatweddings.com for more information!
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