7 Reasons Why This Jet Boat Adventure Belongs on Your Indiana Bucket List
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Nothing defines a summer well-spent in Indiana quite like quality time on the water. And if you’re looking for a truly unique excursion, you’ll want to sign up for a Rockin’ Thunder Jet Boat Ride. This 155-mile round-trip adventure starts in Madison and meanders along the Ohio and Kentucky rivers with an overnight stay in Frankfort, Kentucky. Along the way, you’ll enjoy narrated tours as you pass through beautiful forests, scenic canyons, and four historic dams.
This gorgeous river town is the ideal starting point for your excursion. Before your trip begins, you can spend time visiting historic shops and taking in the natural beauty of the riverfront.
This 35-foot Canyon-style jet boat is equal parts safe and comfortable. Designed to carry 20 passengers, the boat includes individual seats and a protective cover for rain. The vessel has even been inspected by the U.S. Coast Guard for safety. Capt. Janet and Capt. Paul are both US Coast Guard licensed Master Captains -- the perfect guides to ensure a positive experience.
As you cruise along the river, there will be ample opportunity to marvel at wildlife. The well-preserved Kentucky River is home to bald eagles, bobcats, deer, wild turkey, and more.
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The two-day excursion includes passing through four historic locks along the river. These locks were put in place by German immigrants in 1838 and were closed for nearly a decade. Thanks to the Kentucky River Authority, these locks reopened just a few years ago and are now a highlight of the river tour. To learn more about this fascinating piece of history, watch this brief video.
When it's time for lunch, the boat will stop at a historic 1850s plantation that was once owned by John Brown, Kentucky's first US Senator.
What would a day trip to Kentucky be without a tour of a bourbon distillery? Special time is carved out for adventurers to take a tour of Buffalo Trace Distillery, which includes bourbon samples as well as root beer for non-drinkers.
Aside from the distillery tour, there is plenty of fun to be had in Frankfort. This historic town offers live music, delicious food, and memorable shops. The tour arranges for discounted rooms at the Capital Plaza Hotel. It's the perfect place to rest up for the return trip in the morning.
Are you ready for your excursion? This one of a kind adventure fills up fast so save your spot now! Feel free to reserve online at rockinthunder.com or call Capt Janet and Capt Paul at 812-701-1155.