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Upper Dells Boat Tours in Wisconsin Dells

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Get a closer look at the amazingly beautiful rock formations that made Wisconsin Dells famous. While on the Upper Dells Boat Tour in Wisconsin Dells, you will embark on a two-hour cruise up the Wisconsin River, float past towering sandstone cliffs cut by glaciers ages ago. This is the only Dells boat tour that makes two different stops – walk through mysterious passageways at Witches Gulch and marvel at our specially trained dogs as they leap across the chasm at Stand Rock!

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Wisconsin Dells Upper Dells Boat Tours 2024 Dates, Hours and Important Information

Open Late March – October 27, 2024

Summer Hours 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Spring & Fall Hours (Hours subject to change) 10:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Dock Location:  107 Broadway in downtown Wisconsin Dells

Please call 608-254-8555 for departure times.

All tours based on weather and water level permitting.

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Upper Dells Boat Tour

High cliffs, dramatic rock formations and two exclusive shore landings at Witches Gulch and Stand Rock (site of the world-famous dog leap)! This is a two hour tour with breath taking scenery that can only be experienced by way of our boat tours.

Lower Dells Boat Tour

Tour the region which features famous landmarks such as the Rocky Islands, Hawk's Bill, and Baby Grand Piano. This is a one hour tour enjoying the history and folklore of the area.

Your chance to experience the natural beauty, wonder and mystery of Wisconsin Dells in just about every way imaginable! There are two tours for you and your family to enjoy!

All children age 3 and under are free.

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“ We took the Upper Dells tour, which allows you to get off the boat at two stops ( Witches Gulch and Stand Rock). ” in 24 reviews

“ On the way to Witches Gulch and Stand Rock the boat went nice and slow so we could see and hear about what we were seeing. ” in 8 reviews

“ The jet boat tour is amazing, it had been a long time since I had so much fun! ” in 7 reviews

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107 Broadway

Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965

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An adventure revealing amazing sights at every turn, as your boat cruises past towering cliffs and dramatic rock formations, but the water is just the beginning. You'll explore hidden passages and witness incredible sights on two exclusive shore landings at Witches Gulch and Stand Rock, site of the world famous dog leap! …

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My family went on the Upper Dells tour and it lasted approximately two hours.

Are there bathrooms on the upper dells boat tour?

There are no bathrooms on the boats but there is bathrooms at the end of the witches gulch path. There is probably bathrooms at the second stop also. The concessions area was closed at the time we were there, the end of April.

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We did the upper Dell's tour where you visit the Witches Gulch and Standing Rock. Line was not long. We didn't have a large group so seating on top was fine. Make sure you have a warm jacket for late fall/early winter. Tour guide was very informative. At the end of Witches Gulch, you can get a snack or drink at the concession stand.

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Definitely a must do when visiting Wisconsin Dells. I don't know how many times I've been to Wis Dells, I even did an internship here for 3 months after college but this was my first time doing the boat tour! Upper Dells is more scenic and probably the most popular option. Seats are first come first serve, if you want to sit up top make sure and get there early. You get to learn a lot about what makes this area so special and see some of the natural attractions, (Witches Gulch and Standing Rock) that you probably wouldn't see other words. It's 2 hours well spent and a nice break from activities, water parks, go carts and mini golf.

Great tour. Very scenic. Great crew. Emma and I forget the captains name. Professional service with some cheesy dad joke humor. Snacks available at 2 locations on the trip, including bathrooms at both shore landings.

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We did the Ghost Boat tour at 7p in July and it was fantastic. It boat ride started in daylight, we arrived at twilight and the second half was in the dark. Many reviews are saying it was lame and not scary, but that is all in perspective. It depends on how scared you get. I had a group of 12 people, including 4 juveniles ages 9-15. Only 1/2 of our group made it all the way through to the end. The 12 y.o. dropped out as soon as she saw the first ghost and the 9 y.o. dropped out when he was chased and scared by a ghost. All the of the adults who made it through were scared at least once. They have boats arriving and departing all through the evening, so you can take your time and return on any boat. There is a 15 min boat ride through the dells before arriving at the Lost Canyon. There is a long slightly uphill and uneven walking path to get to the restrooms and waiting building before the ghosts appear. You will walk to the end of the canyon and return on a different path to the beginning. It is not recommended for children under age 10, but there were two young boys on my tour who made it to the end. FYI: the ghosts do a lot of screaming and stalking. There is one very narrow canyon walk, some flashing lights, and one completely dark tunnel.

So fun. Jenna and Renita were great. Really knew the area well. Jenna's jokes were the best just kidding. I love me some dry, terrible jokes. I've done this tour many times and this time was really fun. Jenna was great and really made the trip. Gorgeous views, of course.

Went to WI just to say I was there! What I found out was I love WI and this was definitely one of the highlights of our trip! The scenery was beautiful and the boat ride relaxing at times. Loved the music provided by a solo artist playing some oldies from my childhood. We stopped and walked through "Witches Gulch" which was really, really cool. Lots of pictures taken there and through the dells. After walking through the gulch we got our dinner. Everything was delicious! Afterwards we lingered on the water watching the sunset and got back in time to still see our way off the boat and back to our car. At first I thought our trip was going to be ruined because there was a work party of a dozen people seated next to us and they were drinking like crazy and getting loud. But after a little bit they included us in on there fun and basically adopted the two of us into their group. As a non-drinker I was a bit skeptical, but they turned out to be soooo much fun!! We were laughing with (and at) them! Would definitely recommend this if you are in the area. We had a blast!!

Okay experience -- solely took the tour to see Witches Gulch since you can't access it via trail anymore. We weren't told that we should head down right away to get a place in line (had about 45 min until tour left). We got down there and were informed to sit in the last row. They then started letting people on by row 1, 2, etc. We watched some people walk right into the row 1 line though without waiting and they weren't turned back. Found out at that point that they ran out of top deck seating. We tried sitting together (2 of us) and were promptly yelled at by a passenger that they were saving seats. We ended up sitting in the back at the bottom of the boat. Thankfully, we didn't get motion sickness. However, you can't swap seats at any point. Also would've been good to know beforehand. We would've liked mixing up the view. Okay for what it is but kind of pricey and a bit of a headache. The tour guides and sights were great. Little silly that they have concessions but happy if that helps keep restoration going.

Eh, we all wished we had just done a daytime tour. It wasn't exactly scary as much as super annoying. If your idea of being scared is a lot of loud noises and eardrum-breaking screams and costumed people following you and talking to you, then you may like this. We all would have preferred a bit more creep factor and less gratuitous loudness. I understood why they tell you not to punch the actors before the tour. (Side note: if you are reading these reviews trying to decide if you should bring your young kids, just don't unless you know for absolute certain they won't be scared. There were so many littles who were terrified, miserable, and probably traumatized because their parents brought them on the tour despite the warnings.)

Fun place to do , highly recommend, beautiful river and rocks and trees are incredible, very relaxing

All in all this is a great experience for couples or families with children. I personally love all the corny jokes and the scenery is great. Witches Gulch is the best part. Merry and Aiden did a great job. The gentleman taking tickets should mayve learn some manners when people ask to wait for outdoor seats. And the picture people are too pushy. Sell the photos for a bit less, you may sell a lot more!!

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The Most Scenic Dells Boat Tour

There are numerous different options for touring Lake Delton by boat. I have also tried the jet boat and iconic Wisconsin Ducks and have had a good experience on both. What makes the Upper Dells Boat Tour unique is the two drop off excursions to explore the rock features on land. The tour is the only way I know to view these beautiful stop offs and are completely worth a trip. That’s why I think the Upper Dells Boat Tour is the most scenic Dells boat tour.

The boat tour itself cruises at a nice leisurely pace. It has open air seats on the top deck and open windows for viewing on the bottom deck. It’s appropriate for all ages and quite relaxing. The tour guides point out rock formations of note and provide local history. They also try and sell you some photo books but for some reason that is a part of all the boat tours in the area, don’t feel pressured to buy but I do recommend giving the generally young people in their summer jobs a bit of a tip.

The first landing of the Upper Dells Boat tour is at Witches Gultch. It is a bewitching cavern of rocks and water below which you explore from the wooden boardwalk. It’s not a long path but it is very beautiful. At the end is a small snack shack if you need a quick bite.

The final stop on the tour is to standing rock. These rocks are visually unique and inspired their use in some of the first photography taken of moving subjects. They even give you a unique though brief experience of seeing their adorable trained german shepherd make the iconic leap across it. You can check it out in my video here or wait and see it on the tour for yourself.

We experienced so many stunning views on the Upper Dells Boat Tour and had a relaxing boat tour to boot. We’re not affiliated in any way with the boat tour, just had a good time. If you want to book your tour you can follow the link here .

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Our day begins with the UPPER DELLS BOAT TOUR,  where we sit back and enjoy views of the iconic rock formations. There will be two stops  along the way including the Witches Gulch Canyon and at Stand Rock where you’ll see the trained dog making its famous leap!  This 2 hour boat tour  will be an adventure that captures scenic shore landings and also a history lesson!

Next, we enjoy an included two entrée lunch buffet  at the Moose Jaw Pizza & Dells Brewing Company.  We are having beef pot roast, roast chicken, baby red potatoes, roasted seasonal vegetables, tossed garden salad, and a dessert.

Afterwards, we have some time at the Country Bumpkin Farm Market  to do some shopping. They have fresh and frozen baked pies, Honey, Maple Syrup, Carr Valley Cheese, Jams and Preserves, Unique Gifts, Summer Produce and many more items.

Finally our day will come to an end as we travel by land and water on this summer day.

*A break taken both directions*

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Our 50-minute, high-speed, high-splash adventures are the ONLY Jet Boat rides to span both the Upper Dells and the Lower Dells of the Wisconsin River. Nobody does it better — or wetter!

Jet Boat Adventures trips are conveniently located in the heart of Wisconsin Dells. Departures are from two locations: Upper Dells trips from the downtown area; Lower Dells trips are west of the bridge.

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Climb aboard our World War II-era amphibious vehicles for an amazing and unforgettable land and water adventure spanning the Wisconsin River, Dell Creek, Lake Delton, and miles of exclusive wilderness trails!

We’re centrally located on Hwy 12 in Wisconsin Dells, across from Mt. Olympus Waterpark. We offer free parking and free shuttle service that runs to and from downtown Wisconsin Dells and select resorts!

Whether you’re hosting a special event, organizing a bus tour or school group or escorting youth athletes to a sports tourney, we’re pleased to offer special discounts for groups of 20 or more!

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Take a guided Duck ride of the Lower Dells aboard a Original World War II-era Dells Army Duck! The Ducks have been one of Wisconsin Dells’ most popular Wisconsin Dells attraction for 70+ years , and they provide a sightseeing experience unlike any other. Discover sandstone rock formations that are over 14,000 years old such as Grotto Island, the Twin Ink Stands, Sugar Bowl, and Lone Rock. Two Splash Downs into Sasquatch Lake and use the Duck’s six-wheel drive capabilities to traverse Dell Creek. Our 55 minute, land-and-water Duck rides has been the most unique and original way to experience the Wisconsin Dells for over 70 years.

The Dells were created at the end of the last glacial period from the flood waters of the Wisconsin River ripping through soft sandstone that was once the floor of a prehistoric sea. The raging river managed to carve the gorges, caves, rocky islands and towering cliffs which would come to be admired for centuries. Visitors have been coming to the Wisconsin Dells to take-in the natural wonders for generations, and a guided boat tour aboard one of our amphibious Ducks provides an experience your family won’t soon forget!

During the summer months, Dells Army Ducks depart every 30 minutes daily for a 55 minute duck boat tour . All duck boat tours are guided through the Lower Dells of the Wisconsin River, exposing you up close to one-of-a-kind rock formations. Visit our Photo Gallery to see historic photos and tour images. It’s fun, entertaining and a must-do when visiting Wisconsin Dells!

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Upper Dells Boat Tour

Beginning around 150 years prior to today, tourists had begun traveling to the Wisconsin Dells area where they could embark upon an awesome sightseeing cruise and explore the Upper Dells tours of the charming Wisconsin River with Wisconsin boat tours. Book your Wisconsin Dells Upper Boat Tour today! 

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People would actually pay to row the boat in order to see these formations! As time progressed, steam paddlers were put into use and eventually transformed into the beloved doubledecker vessels that these Wisconsin Dells boat rides use today. Every year, these vessels carry visitors along the well-known rock formations that stretch up towards the sky on each side of the river. This tour is one hour long and allows you to see the same sights that people have been coming to the city to see for the past 150 years! Wisconsin Dells boat tours are the coolest way to see the dells, so be sure to book one during your trip! 

Take a break from all of the waterparks and shows to see what made the area so recognized with some awesome Wisconsin Dells tours and boat ride Wisconsin Dells. As you relax on the boat, your expert guide will delight you and tell you information about the rock formations as you pass them. They will tell you Native American legends steeping in the landscape. You'll see sandstone cliffs, the Baby Grand Piano rock formation, and the Rocky Islands. The combination of sights and stories will make your imagination run wild and you'll truly understand why this area has been so sought after for so long on these Upper Dells boat tours. 

• What methods of transportation does the tour use? You will ride in a two-level boat.
• Approximately how long does the tour last? The tour is about two hours.
• For what ages is the tour appropriate? It is appropriate for all ages.
• What type of dress & footwear are recommended? There is no dress code, just dress comfortably!
• Where does the tour depart from? 107 Broadway in the downtown area.
• Is photography / video recording allowed? Of course! Don't forget your camera.
• Is there parking available? There are free parking areas available downtown.