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ArizonaDolly

  The Dolly Steamboat
Ratings Summary:   Rating: 4.6 (1574)
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Last 3 months 145 324 325 1 99% 4.6
Last 6 months 251 552 555 3 99% 4.6
Last 12 months 690 1574   1580   6 99% 4.6
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Narrated Nature Cruise on Canyon Lake 1237 99% 4.6
Twilight Dinner Cruise on Canyon Lake 337 99% 4.7
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Rating: 5
Recommended
Sat, Oct 10  5:00 PM jameswilson Male 50-59 Local Family Without Children
Service and atmosphere are excellent. We have done this cruise a number of times and plan on doing it again.
Rating: 5
Awesome views
Sat, Oct 10  5:00 PM kathyyons Female 50-59 Domestic Tourist(s) Family With Children
This is a throughly enjoyable activity for everyone, friends, family or for a romantic evening. Food was great and service was also very good.
Rating: 4
Food
Sat, Oct 10  5:00 PM jcowens Male 50-59 International Tourist(s) Family Without Children
We had prime rib. The server was not clear as to what was "allowed" in the serving line. She gave you no time to consider your options. My wife doesn't eat prime rib so the server gave her two chicken breasts. I asked the server why I couldn't have her prime rib and I would give my wife my chicken breast which would give my wife two pieces and the server wouldn't allow it. Why not I asked and she shooshed me off to the next server (a man) I feel I was taken. 62.50 per person is a lot of money, and I felt as though the server wasn't allowing us to figure out how we could best get our money's worth. Other than feeling I got taken by not allowing me to have the prime rib I paid for, It was a nice cruise
Rating: 5
Great way to spend an anniversary!
Sat, Oct 10  5:00 PM JeanetteSapo Female 50-59 Local Family With Children
We were celebrating our 19th anniversary with our grown son & daughter-in-law and our youngest son. It was also his 16th birthday. The way in which everything was handled, from the reservations to getting directions, to boarding and dinner was very, very nicely done. We are from Phoenix and had never seen big horn sheep before. We saw several on the trip and it was wonderful. The dinner was very well prepared, generous portions and staff was incredibly polite and welcoming. The captain and staff knew about our celebrations and made an extra effort to make it a special day for all of us. The only thing I would change would be the sturdiness of the dinnerware. The plates were a little flimsy and hard to manage from the buffet table on the first level to the upstairs dining area.
Rating: 5
spend a cool evening & enjoy a good meal
Sat, Oct 10  5:00 PM vmgiammona Female 60-69 Local Group of Friends
My 65th birthday was special so friends decided we should take a cruise. This was a wonderful evening, as the weather was perfect. Captain Jeff was so personable & knowledgeable & made each passenger feel special. As my husband has limited mobility, the customer reps on board were extremely helpful. The meal was very tasty and plentiful. There was a soft breeze as we cruised through the canyons & we even spotted 5 or 6 big horn sheep along with several deer. Seeing the sun setting through the canyon walls was a bonus. Perhaps next time we'll take the astronomy cruise, which also has the great dinner along with an educated astronomer informing passengers of the spectacular sights in the heavens. I would not hesitate this excursion for anyone.
Rating: 3
get ready for bees! oh and some rock face too.
Sat, Oct 10  2:00 PM emtbucky Male 30-39 Local Couple on a Date
bees bees bees! Ok, the cruise was ok. tooled around the lake. went down into the cove at one end of it and back again. lotsa rock cliffs. we did see couple sheep and some ram. bring your binoculars, camera, maybe jacket later or early in the season; might get cold. Dont sit near concession stand. The boat is just a power house boat thats been convrted for the cruise. no biggie there. Get ther early to get seating up top. We didnt so we were stuck inside with cap't's lame tour jokes. The entrance was swarming with bees. So was the pop machine dispenser INSIDE the boat. There was a BOATLOAD of bees around this boat (boating humor) on the boat, during the cruise and a TON on shore. But the staff didnt care. All n all it was kinda boring and annoying. Oh, and pretty drive going up there. With windey roads
Rating: 4
enjoyable cruise
Sat, Oct 10  2:00 PM mdlas52 Female 50-59 Local Family Without Children
I enjoyed this as my first time on a watercraft. The scenery was beautiful as I expected from Arizona Canyons! The fact we saw big horn sheep was a real treat! I only wish I could have enjoyed the peacefulness of being on a quiet lake - I found the music distracting. The narration was great as he pointed out various points of interest, but in between - I would have preferred quiet time to hear the water and relative silence. Otherwise - I really did enjoy it and recommend to others - we plan to take the astronomy tour when weather warms up for night time viewing!
Rating: 5
very nice
Sat, Oct 10  12:00 PM 1adventure Male 50-59 Local Couple on a Date
Narration was great
Rating: 4
Canyon Lake
Fri, Oct 9  2:00 PM lllombar Male 60-69 Local Other
Very educational Staff was friendly and really had a great deal to share abut the canyon, the lake and its' history. Amenities were very good and the promptness of departure fantastic
Rating: 5
Loved the boat ride!
Fri, Oct 9  12:00 PM Susanprugger Female 50-59 Combination Group of Friends
Our group really enjoyed the trip. The scenery, and descriptions of rock features by the crew was excellent. There was a large school group on the boat with us, and we were pleasantly surprised at the way the staff handled them. The group was given instructions that amounted to the "socially accepted behavior" that we taught our kids when they were young. It made for a peaceful experience for all of us. We are new residents of Az, and brought visiting friends to the tour. We'll probably try a different tour soon.
Rating: 5
just right
Thu, Oct 8  12:00 PM mgendler Female 60-69 Local Family With Children
good for the whole family every one was good to the little ones
Rating: 4
Beautiful Scenery
Thu, Oct 8  12:00 PM laurelrae Male 60-69 Local Family Without Children
Boat trip was very enjoyable and the captain was very informative. Also the restaurant was very good.
Rating: 4
Relaxing
Wed, Oct 7  12:00 PM marileekovac Female 70+ Local Family With Children
The ride was very relaxing and beautifull. God's creation cannot be duplicated.
Rating: 5
Excellent!
Wed, Oct 7  12:00 PM Tats6666 Unspecified 50-59 Domestic Tourist(s) Unspecified
We totally enjoyed the boat ride and the breathtaking views! The staff was friendly and all points of interested were pointed out. I would most certainly return to take another ride. I am sure the evening ride is beautiful also. We were visiting from NJ and our friends who live in Chandler AZ for 12 years have yet to visit, so I told them they must check it out!
Rating: 5
Last AZ activity before we move
Wed, Oct 7  12:00 PM roritravel Female 40-49 Unspecified Family With Children
We are about to move out of state, and before we do, mom and dad (in their 70's) asked us to join them on the Dolly boat ride. To be honest, was a little unsure that it would amount to much. Yet as I have found on the other occasions I've left "the beaten path" within the Superstition Wilderness, this world of beauty and amazing scenery opens up. I am also a travel writer, so for me, this is something I do, but "took the day off" to simply enjoy - and I did. We all did! The boat itself is very comfortable, well designed and not at all "sea sickening". They handle boarding very well for those with special needs, like my parents. The staff/crew are very friendly, helpful, and love what they're doing. We sat at the far back, main floor, and while we couldn't hear everything on the speakers, it allowed us to talk, to feel the peace, to enjoy in a different way. There is food and drinks, tourist pricing, and plenty of options for viewing, sitting, and enjoying. Bathrooms are on board and easy to use. But the views are what this is all about. The captain knows this area like a native and shares a lot of great information and insights. The views are unique to this area, the rocks and formation interesting, fun, historic and beautiful. You'll ride where once Apache and ancient people lived. You'll see where the US Calvary fought them. You'll see ancient trees that had fallen, and find yourself walking from side to side to take photos or get an "up close" view - though the captain gets you pretty darn close. This is a trip for most ages. I can see where a certain range of children might become bored, but in general, I think most will enjoy it for the boat ride alone. There were several small children on board (under 5) and they had fun, but were moving around a lot. Children are provided life jackets - required to wear. Teens may get bored, unless they like this type of thing. Great for anyone with special needs - they help you, have plenty of great seating, and while you cannot get to the upper deck perhaps, the lower level has wonderful views. For peace, wonderful views, a nice time to talk, to learn about some history of this area, and just to spend time with people you like - maybe even love - the -Dolly is a great idea. Hint: if you want to eat at the restaurant afterwards - there will be a rush, food only average, prices at tourist levels. Better thought - go on to Tortilla Flat or back to Apache Junction.
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