Sunset Cocktail Cruise on Lake Havasu's Paddle Wheeler

A 131-passenger paddle wheeler built in 1983 still runs nightly on Lake Havasu.

A sunset cocktail cruise on Lake Havasu's paddle wheeler departs from London Bridge Resort and circles the island past lighthouse replicas, historic Site 6, and Rotary Park. The vessel is fully climate controlled with restrooms on board, a full cash bar, and both indoor seating and open-air decks. Boarding begins 30 minutes before the listed departure time, which shifts with the sunset. Arrive early or you forfeit your ticket.

Step-by-step itinerary

Sunset cruise around Lake Havasu

• Board paddle wheeler at London Bridge
• View lighthouse replicas on Lake Havasu
• Pass Site 6 and hear its history
• Pass many beautiful Lake Havasu beaches
• Pass by Rotary Park

The experience

The paddle wheeler leaves from London Bridge Resort boat dock and runs year-round. You'll pass lighthouse replicas scattered across the lake, swing by Site 6 (the old military structure that became a hotel and then a public launch ramp, and helped spark the entire city), and cruise past the beaches and Rotary Park that line the shore. The boat holds 131 passengers and is Coast Guard inspected annually, so the vessel itself is part of the draw: built in 1983, it's 60 feet long with a 4.5-foot draft, and the paddle wheel is visible from both the climate-controlled cabin and the open decks outside.

You can stay inside where the air conditioning runs and the bar is steps away, or move out to the decks for the open air and the view as the sun drops. The bar stocks beer, wine, soda and cocktails: all available for purchase. WiFi is on board, and there are restrooms. Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, and the boat is wheelchair accessible, though not every area is fully open to wheelchairs. The timing shifts with the sunset, so the departure hour changes depending on the season.

Boarding always starts 30 minutes before the listed time. If you arrive after the departure time, the boat leaves without you and there are no refunds. The tour runs about an hour.

What’s included

• Climate-controlled cabin and open-air decks.
• restrooms on board.
• WiFi.
• full cash and credit bar with beer, wine, soda and cocktails available for purchase.

Information

Lasts 1h, runs Tuesday to Sunday at 17:00 and 17:15, from US$ 45 per person, with a live guide in English and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesTuesday to Thursday: 17:00 and 17:15Friday to Sunday: 17:00

GroupUp to 120

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

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AgesAdult (4 and older) · Infant (under 4): free

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Dixie Belle

Is this one for you?An hour on the water leaves the rest of your evening open, and the boat departs exactly on time from the dock: no waiting for stragglers. Arrive 30 minutes early or you forfeit your ticket, so this works best if you can commit to that window and the fixed departure hour that shifts with the sunset.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Infant (under 4): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is Site 6 that we pass on the Lake Havasu cruise?

Site 6 is an old military structure that was converted into a hotel, then became a public launch ramp and fishing area. It played a key role in starting the city of Lake Havasu itself, and you'll hear about that history as the boat passes it.

Can I bring my own drinks on the paddle wheeler, or is there a bar on board?

The paddle wheeler has a full cash and credit bar on board with beer, wine, soda and cocktails available for purchase. You don't bring your own drinks.

Is the paddle wheeler climate controlled, or will I be outside the whole time?

The vessel is fully climate controlled, so you can stay inside in the air conditioning or step out to the open decks whenever you want. Both options are available during the same cruise.

What time does the sunset cruise depart, and can I arrive right at departure time?

Boarding begins 30 minutes before the listed departure time, and the boat departs exactly at that time. If you arrive after departure, you will miss the boat with no refund. The departure time shifts with the sunset, so it changes by season.

Are there restrooms on the paddle wheeler?

Yes, restrooms are on board. The boat also has WiFi available during the cruise.