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Experience the magic of Lake Havasu City's Festival of Lights aboard the Dixie Belle. Enjoy a festive nighttime cruise with spectacular illuminated views and a full-service bar.
Experience the magic of Lake Havasu City's Festival of Lights aboard the Dixie Belle. Enjoy a festive nighttime cruise with spectacular illuminated views and a full-service bar.
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Operated by Dixie Belle · Lake Havasu City, Arizona
Celebrate the season with a magical evening aboard the Dixie Belle in Lake Havasu City, Arizona. This private holiday tour offers a one-hour nighttime cruise during the city's famous Festival of Lights, a dazzling display that illuminates the island in vibrant colors. Guests board at 5:30 PM, just in time to witness the exciting swim across the channel that kicks off the festivities. As the boat glides around the island, passengers enjoy breathtaking views of the glowing light displays while relaxing under the starlit sky. The full-service bar onboard enhances the experience, offering a range of festive drinks to toast the holiday spirit. Whether you're with family, friends, or planning a romantic night, this peaceful yet festive cruise is the perfect way to soak in the local winter charm. The calm waters of Lake Havasu combined with the lively festival lights create a unique blend of tranquility and celebration you won’t forget.
easy.
1 hour.
No physical exertion required; suitable for all fitness levels and ages.
The tour boards at 5:30 PM and departs shortly after, coinciding with the Festival of Lights activities.
Yes, a full-service bar is available onboard offering a variety of drinks.
Yes, the tour is family-friendly and suitable for all ages.
The Dixie Belle provides limited accessibility; please contact the company directly for assistance.
Dressing in layers is recommended as temperatures can drop in the evening.
Please contact Dixie Belle directly for information about private cruise availability off-season.
Lake Havasu City's London Bridge was relocated here from England in 1971 and remains a popular landmark.
Efforts to preserve Lake Havasu's water quality and surrounding desert habitat are ongoing to support local wildlife and tourism sustainability.
Dixie Belle is a Lake Havasu City, Arizona-based tour boat offering a variety of curated cruises on Lake Havasu. The operation features intimate dinner cruises with limited seating, scenic one-hour sunset tours, seasonal holiday tours during the Festival of Lights, and special-event sailings such as a New Year's Eve cruise and a BalloonFest chase tour. Dinner experiences include themed menus — for example, a Stoney's-hosted dinner with Smothered Pork Chops and desserts, and a taco buffet from Steven's/Steve's Tacos with chicken, steak, and al pastor options and a salsa bar. Several cruises include full bar service, and specific events highlight unique amenities such as heaters, hot beverages, and a complimentary midnight champagne toast on New Year’s Eve. Boarding details vary by tour: the Mother's Day brunch departs with a morning boarding time, sunset tours allow boarding 30 minutes before departure, and select holiday sailings specify evening embarkation. Ticketing is limited for certain dinner cruises (notably capped at 30 seats for exclusive dinners), supporting an intimate, table-service dining experience. All offerings center on scenic views of Lake Havasu, the island, and iconic sunsets. Dixie Belle provides themed, ticketed cruises for travelers seeking memorable dining and sightseeing from the water in Lake Havasu City.
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