The Desert Belle proudly announces the return of their Music and Mimosas cruises departing every Sunday morning in May at 10 a.m. at Saguaro Lake Marina.
Located a quick 20 minutes from Las Sendas, the Desert Belle has been providing passengers with a one-ofa-kind experience with stunning views of Saguaro Lake since 1964.
This month’s featured musician is recording artist Eric Miller, a regular performer at The Patio and Grille at Las Sendas. Eric brings his passion for Brazilian Bossa Nova and Samba to the cool waters of Saguaro Lake for a memorable morning of music and mimosas.
Las Sendas resident and Director of Operations John Waldron says he’s surprised by the number of first-time passengers who live so close to the lake. “We get passengers every day from Las Sendas, Mountain Bridge, and Red Mountain Ranch who tell us they’ve never been aboard the Belle. But once they come, they’re hooked. It’s the perfect backyard getaway.”
Visitors can also enjoy a variety of different cruises, including an 80-minute narrated nature cruise, wine cruise, craft beer cruise, afternoon music cruise, or even a private charter for a party or celebration — all in the comfort of the large boat, which features an air-conditioned lower deck and open-air upper deck. Beer, wine, cocktails, and snacks are also available. The Desert Belle is handicap accessible with restrooms on board. Free parking is available at the Marina.
The Desert Belle operates around 700 cruises a year, many of which sell out, so John recommends booking a couple of days in advance, especially for weekends in the spring, which are popular due to the great weather.
This month, guests can even look forward to seeing saguaro cactus blooms in addition to impressive wildlife, such as the bald eagle, golden eagle, and bighorn sheep, all of which can be spotted year-round.
While at the lake, visitors can also stop by the Saguaro Dockside, a docked boat that features a gift shop, complete with local, one-of-a-kind items like amethyst directly from Four Peaks and unique Arizona souvenirs. There is also an upper view deck serving local beers and wine.
For more information on the Desert Belle or to purchase tickets, visit DesertBelle.com. For more information on Saguaro Dockside, visit SaguaroDockside.com.