Riverboat Discovery

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1975 Discovery Dr

Fairbanks, AK 99709

+1 (907) 479-6673

https://www.riverboatdiscovery.com

SEASONAL BUSINESS open May 10, 2024 to September 21, 2024. Two tours daily departing at 8:45AM & 2:00PM. Please call ahead if visiting in May or September. This is more than just a boat ride! Board the Sternwheeler Riverboat Discovery for one of the most unique Alaskan experiences available! This three-hour cruise will take you into the heart of Alaska and introduce you to a family who has made the rivers of Alaska a way of life for five generations. You will see a bush float plane takeoff alongside the boat, visit the home and kennels of the late four-time Iditarod winner Susan Butcher and see her champion sled dogs in action. Be immersed into the ancient Athabascan Indian culture when our Alaskan Native Guides take you on a personalized tour of the Chena Indian Village and meet life-long Alaskans who are eager to share The Last Frontier with visitors from all over the world.

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4.5109 reviews

Megan A.

9/30/2025

I'm so glad I got the chance to cruise along the Chena river on the Riverboat Discovery before the end of season. This is a must when visiting Fairbanks during the spring/summer months. The 3 hour...

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Amy X.

7/15/2025

Exceeded expectations far more than any touristy thing I've done. Especially the Chena village (see bottom for my rave review just for that). The staff were great and the mix of experiences all in...

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The Review Guru ..

7/7/2025

"CHARMED" to say the least. Bedazzled now that is more like it!! This was an Authentic Paddle RiverBoat. With a Twin Diesel Detroit 12 cyl Turbo 540HP Engine, and a hydraulic drive system. This...

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Neal F.

8/11/2025

This was AWSOME and definitely exceeded my expectations. In-laws talked me into it and was expecting a tourist trap but it was so great. From the commentary and history in the village, to...

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Michael M.

6/12/2025

This riverboat cruise was one of the highlights, if not THE highlight of our entire time in Alaska. We did a cruise and land tour package that included the Riverboat Discovery as part of the...

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