Explore the waterfront of Lake Junaluska while learning a little history aboard the Cherokee IV.
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Ready for a beautiful cruise on the water? Our family-friendly guided boat tours aboard the historic Cherokee IV are a wonderful way to learn about the history of the lake or simply relax and take in the stunning mountain views.
Private Cruises
Private cruises, including sunset cruises, are available seasonally. Private cruises start at $350. To reserve a private cruise, email [email protected] or call 828-452-2881 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. (For information about cruises for weddings, check out Lake Junaluska Weddings packages and options.) Private lake cruises can be booked any time of day, Memorial Day weekend through October.
Public Cruises
We offer guided lake cruises on the weekends (weather permitting):
- Thursdays: 3:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.
- Fridays: 3:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
- Saturdays: 3:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
- Sundays: 3:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.
- Pricing: $10 per adult ticket, $5 per child ticket (ages 4-12), and free for children under 4.
Purchase Public Cruise Tickets
We recommend booking your guided cruise 24 hours in advance to help us confirm the tour schedule. While we welcome walk-ups for scheduled departures, please note that tours with no prior bookings may be cancelled.
