Lake George Steamboat Company
- Cheryl
- First Reviewer
- 4 out of 5
- Avg. Member Rating
- 4
- Reviews
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Editor Pick
Dinner Cruise Aboard the Lac du Saint Sacrement
- November 7, 2008
- Rated 4 of 5 by
jiggs1219 from New York, New York
Lake George steamboat company offers several cruises which tour this massive lake. We chose the dinner cruise (which covers an all-you-can-eat buffet dinner, provides music with a live band, and a 4-hour scenic tour of the lake. We were given assigned seating so we were lucky enough to have a table to ourselves with a lovely view next to the window.
The lake is gorgeous, the tour guide does an average job of explaining the history of Lake George, the vast species of fish and wildlife that make its habitat there, and the huge mansions and water front properties which several of the well-known celebrities occupy. I would highly suggest taking at least one of these cruise tours of the lake because it's very soothing and relaxing. I would also suggest booking the tickets in advance when it's tourist season as the boats really get filled to capacity.
The buffet dinner was disappointing, the food was bland and there really was no variety. If you are a picky eater then consider booking the non dinner cruises, you are better off eating dinner before and then going or having snacks with you on the boat. If they make a few adjustments in the dishes then I would say it's worth spending the extra for the buffet. I think this was the only complaint I had as everything else was smooth sailing including the music which was a variety of 80s and 90s. People were dancing and having a great time, I am pretty sure they felt the same about the buffet and made the best of it. I would also suggest taking a sweatshirt with you because at night, even in the summer the winds are cool and you will end up feeling cold if you are out on top of the deck.
So in summary, I would suggest this cruise only to those who really are not picky eaters and do not mind the bland food. Otherwise you will have a great time, dancing and enjoying the gorgeous views of the lake.
From journal Labor Day Weekend Getaway to Lake George
Editor Pick
Lake George Steamboat Company
- December 12, 2007
- Rated 4 of 5 by
BabylonExodus from New York, New York
The Lake George Steamboat Company offers a variety of cruises on their 3 large cruise ships, called the Minnie-Ha-Ha, the Mohican, and the lake’s largest ship, the Lac du Saint Sacrement. You can choose from 1-hour fall foliage cruises to 2-hour meal cruises to the only complete tour of historic and scenic Lake George.
At midday, we boarded the Saint Sacrement for the 2-hour champagne brunch cruise around the lake. We sailed around Lake George, enjoying a leisurely journey with full narration of the history of the lake (which was hard to hear over the roar of the engines), live entertainment, and great food. We were offered an array of foods, from regular breakfast fare like home fries and sausage to fish, roast beef, and assorted salads. The omelet bar was a big hit with the passengers on our cruise. The brunch was offered as a buffet and we were served drinks, including soft drinks, champagne and other wines and spirits by servers as we dined at tables elegantly decorated with fine linens and gleaming silverware.
The view of the lake and Adirondack mountain ranges were the best part, at least for us. The fall foliage was gorgeous; it was peak color season so the intensity was radiant and sharp. The mountains cast a grand outline behind the historic houses and cabins dotted around the lake. We didn’t hear much of the history of those houses and cabins, so we settled in, content to enjoy the view and snap pictures.
If the rest are like our cruise, I guarantee that you will enjoy any cruise you pick. Just don’t forget to bring a coat if you venture outside on the decks for pictures- the wind can bite!
From journal Autumn on the Lake
Lac Du Saint Sacrement
- November 10, 2000
- Rated 4 of 5 by
Dreamtime from Bensalem, Pennsylvania
We went on the dinner cruise (that's what it's priced for above), but you can go just for a ride not dinner if you want which costs $13.25 Adults and $6.75 Children. They also have a lunch cruise for $22.95 Adults and $13.50 Children. It is a buffet dinner and lunch so go hungry; there's plenty of good food to eat! This is the largest 'cruise ship' on the lake and this tour is about 2 1/4 hours long.
From journal Relaxing at Lake George
Lake George Steamboat Company
- July 8, 2000
- Rated 4 of 5 by
Cheryl from Fort Johnson, New York
Whether you want a tour of quiet nature or an evening filled with dancing and dining you will find what you want on these wonderful cruises. Children love the authentic paddlewheel, Minnie Ha Ha. This boat offers short sightseeing tours that are just the right length for small children. If you desire a romantic evening the fireworks cruise is just the ticket. Feel the cool lake breezes in your hair as you watch the beautiful overhead display. Make sure you purchase your tickets early in the day so you will be sure not to miss out on this opportunity.
From journal Family Fun in the Adirondacks