River Discovery Boat Tours

Explore the Susquehanna aboard the Chief Uncas!
Discover the history of the Chief Uncas and the Susquehanna River’s lasting legacy on this signature boat tour! Take in the spectacular river views as SNHA guides you on a journey through the river’s cultural and natural heritage.

Tours depart from the Zimmerman Center for Heritage dock Thursday – Sunday. View the schedule to see daily tour offerings. Due to tour popularity, advance reservations are recommended.

What’s included

Built in 1912 for beer tycoon Adolphus Busch, this electric-powered tour boat cruised Otsego Lake, the headwaters of the Susquehanna, for over 100 years. Today the Chief Uncas cruises the Susquehanna 400 miles downstream as the flagship for SNHA’s River Discovery Tours! This elegant 112-year-old electric powered motor yacht allows you to step back in time on this one of a kind boat tour the whole family will enjoy!
Ticket Cost
Tickets cost $24 for adults and $12 for youth (ages 5 to 17).
If you are 65 or older take advantage of the senior discount by purchasing a senior ticket for $22. Children under 5 years old are $5.
The cost of each ticket goes directly toward care, maintenance, storage, and tour operations of the Chief Uncas.