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