Public Boat Tours

Public tour tickets open 2 weeks before the tour date and time.


Our free, educational Anacostia River Explorers boat tours create opportunities for school groups and families to learn about their river and, for many, be on a boat for the first time.


Since 2015, we have given 1,300+ tours to over 17,000 participants. Come join us on the river for our 2024 season!

If you are a group of 15 or more, please click here to inquire about private tours.

August 2024

Thursday, August 9 at 6 PM

Tuesday, August 13 at 6 PM

Saturday, August 17 at 7 AM

Wednesday, August 21 at 6 PM

Wednesday, August 29 at 6 PM

September 2024

Tuesday, September 10 at 6 PM

Saturday, September 21 at 8 AM

Tuesday, September 24 at 6 PM

Saturday, September 21 at 11 AM

October 2024

Tuesday, October 1 at 6 PM

Saturday, October 5 at 7 AM


We are fortunate to provide these free tours to schools and other community groups through support from DOEE and the Anacostia River Cleanup and Protection Fund with revenue from DC’s 5-cent bag fee.

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