Top Arizona Day Cruises

Discover the natural beauty of Antelope Canyon, without having to hike, on this small-group boat tour and photo excursion. Check out the Glen Canyon Dam, walls of Antelope Canyon, and the cliffs around Wahweap Bay. Your captain takes you to find the best light so you can snap beautiful shots for social media or your own use.

Enjoy a picturesque hot-air balloon flight over the Sonoran Desert—and check off your bucket list—on this sunrise flight. Experience 360-degree desert views that most other Phoenix visitors miss, all while floating effortlessly across the sky at dawn. At the end of your flight, celebrate with a traditional Champagne toast and light refreshments.

Take in gorgeous views of the Sonoran Desert and feel like you’re floating on a cloud during an exhilarating hot-air balloon ride at sunrise from Phoenix. You’ll experience the perfect start to your day followed by Champagne toast and breakfast. Upgrade to include round-trip transport from your hotel for a seamless experience.

Explore the stunning landscapes of the Colorado River on a guided half-day kayak tour that reveals the majestic beauty of Horseshoe Bend. Starting at Lee’s Ferry, a scenic motorboat ride takes you upstream to the base of Horseshoe Bend, where towering sandstone cliffs rise dramatically above the crystal-clear waters. Discover ancient petroglyphs etched by Indigenous peoples before launching your kayak for a 10-mile paddle downstream. As you navigate the river, enjoy breathtaking views, spot Desert Bighorn Sheep or wild horses, and take a refreshing swim at beautiful beaches. Your guide adds a splash of fun with optional kayak water-gun battles, making this adventure a perfect way to cool off in the summer heat. This tour takes between 3.5 to 4 hours.

Ride the old fashioned Dolly Steamboat through the slot canyon at Canyon Lake and then hit the Apache Trail through the Sonora Desert on this tour from the Phoenix area. After your narrated cruise, visit the small town of Tortilla Flat, taking in views of the rare desert landscape along the way.

Explore the Apache Trail from Phoenix on a full-day tour that takes you into the legendary Sonoran Desert. Visit the ghost town of Goldfield, ride a steamboat on Canyon Lake, stop at the eccentric hamlet of Tortilla Flat and admire views of the Superstition Wilderness. Get a feel for the Wild West as you learn about the region's history and wildlife from your knowledgeable guide. Enjoy this small-group tour limited to just 13 people in a custom van with leather captain's chairs.