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45 minutes
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Exclusive Excursions is happy be on The Great Salt Lake, which is the saltiest body of water in the Western Hemisphere. Come enjoy this experience by actually going out on the lake rather than just seeing it from the shore. We will do a short boat ride around the marina area, hear some stories, history and jokes about the lake, and even do a few demonstrations. And of course have time for a good picture or two.
Since it’s only 45 minutes and the lake is so big and wide, we just stay within a mile of the marina and this tour is not a high speed boat ride because the captain likes to give commentary the whole time. Some people complain that we don’t go fast or farther out in the lake so this is why.
Yes the great salt lake has bugs near the marina. They don’t bite but can swarm at times. We give you hats with nets to keep them out of your face so please take one so they don’t “bug” you. Give us a call if you want an update about the current bug situation since it always changes.
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Lake history and stories
Bottled water
Big smiles and a laugh
Guide Gratuity
Utah State Park Fee ($10 per car)
Refund or reschedule if you are late
Great Salt Lake State Park
We will depart from the Great Salt Lake State Park Marina.
Great Salt Lake
We will head out on the lake on our motorized pontoon boat. We will get to see some great views of the lake and shoreline. We will hear some stories, history and even a joke or two about this world unique area. Since the lake is so big and wide, we just stay within a mile of the marina since all the islands are several miles away and the views really don’t change getting further in the middle of the lake. The boat goes slow so the captain can give commentary the whole time. If you are looking for a high speed boat tour that circumnavigates the lake, this is probably not the tour for you since it’s only 45 minutes long.
685 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
rebecca a,
Jun 5, 2025
- Viator
45 min tour. Took the pontoon boat (nice) out to a spot about 100 yards off shore. Shut off the motor and floated for about 20 mins. Heard a lot from the guide about him wanting to get back to Maine. Gave us a few tidbits of info, but learned more at the information center. Do not recommend.
Lydia L,
Jun 2, 2025
- Viator
It was a memorable experience—though the ride was brief, it offered a wealth of historical insight. I highly recommend it for those with limited time."
Jenny G,
Jun 1, 2025
- Viator
You have to pay a state park fee of $10 per car to get to the meeting spot, but still well worth it!
Roy M,
Jun 1, 2025
- Viator
Boring but informative Captain was great but sitting idly in a lake for 30 minutes was not what we expected
Bruce P,
May 31, 2025
- Viator
This was a short and sweet trip on the lake. I'd definitely recommend to those who just want a little history and scientific background of the Great Salt Lake, but don't want to get wet. Max was an excellent and knowledgeable captain.
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