SHAWNEE ON DELAWARE BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Glide the Historic Delaware: Guided Shawnee River Excursion from Shawnee Inn
A guided 90‑minute to 2‑hour boat trip from the Shawnee Inn River Base to Smithfield Beach in the Delaware Water Gap; kayak upgrades are available.
Glide the Historic Delaware: Guided Shawnee River Excursion from Shawnee Inn.
Launch from the Shawnee Inn's River Base and glide along the historic Delaware River into the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area on a leisurely 90‑minute to 2‑hour guided boat trip to Smithfield Beach.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Historic river corridor and scenic views
The excursion follows the historic Delaware River, offering passengers relaxed sightseeing amid the river corridor inside the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area.
Short guided run to Smithfield Beach
Guides take participants on a short ride across the river to Smithfield Beach as part of a 90‑minute to 2‑hour on‑water outing.
Leisurely boat trip with a paddling upgrade
The base experience is a guided boat trip, and upgrades to kayak are offered for participants seeking a more active option (upgrade price specified in the trip facts).
What the day feels like
What the outing feels like
You meet at the River Base, launch into the Delaware, and spend roughly 90 minutes to two hours moving downstream under the guidance of an experienced guide, finishing at Smithfield Beach inside the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area.
Suitability
Who it's for
Suitability and participant considerations based on the supplied trip facts.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The experience is described as a 90‑minute to 2‑hour guided boat trip; the supplied duration fact lists the trip as 2 hours.
The supplied facts do not list specific gear requirements for participants.
Meeting location is the River Base; upgrades to kayak are available at $40 per person according to the supplied trip details.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Guided Shawnee River Excursion?
The outing is described as a 90‑minute to 2‑hour boat trip; the supplied duration fact lists the trip as 2 hours.
Where do participants meet for the trip?
Participants meet at the River Base.
Where does the excursion go?
The guided trip travels on the Delaware River to Smithfield Beach in the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area.
Is a kayak upgrade available and how much does it cost?
Yes — upgrades to a kayak are available at $40 per person according to the supplied trip details.
Who operates the Guided Shawnee River Excursion?
The excursion is operated by the Shawnee Inn.