Aboard · CANADA BOAT TOURS
Every trip has one free day too few. These 15 canada boat tours justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.
In a group of up to seven, tour the Canadian side of Niagara Falls with hotel pickup, local commentary, Journey Behind the Falls, Skylon Tower, and the Niagara City Cruises boat from May through December. Winter departures replace the boat with Niagara Takes Flight.
“This activity with small group enable us to enjoy our time and our guide was very informative.”
Travel from Toronto to Niagara Falls with a local guide such as Bernard, Jeremiah, or Manny. See the Floral Clock and Whirlpool, taste Canadian maple syrup, then choose a boat cruise, Journey Behind the Falls, Skylon Tower, or free time.
“Guide was brilliant and well organised, so much fun”
Explore Niagara Falls in a group of up to seven with hotel pickup, Journey Behind the Falls, Skylon Tower, and a seasonal boat ride. Guides such as Manny, Vinny, Heidi, and Sam add local stories and practical tips. Winter departures replace the boat with Niagara Takes Flight.
“Great tour. Frank our guide was super friendly and knowledgeable. Highly recommended. Skylon, journey behind the falls, maple syrup tasting, boat ride”
Sail from Chouinard Pier with a bilingual guide, often in character as Louis Jolliet, past Château Frontenac, Île d’Orléans, and Montmorency Falls. You’ll have outdoor decks, an indoor bistro, bar service, and an audioguide in eight languages. The main daytime cruise lasts about 90 minutes.
“The guide's presentation was excellent. It's amazing that he can do so much talking in a short time, likely several times per day. We thoroughly enjoyed the cruise.”
Spend about nine hours traveling from Toronto to Niagara Falls with guides such as Tracy, Andrew, John, or Paul. You get free time, scenic stops, maple tasting, and optional seasonal boat and Journey Behind the Falls tickets. The small group is capped at 28 people.
“Was a good day out, I had limited time in Toronto and enjoyed this tour! I booked it really last minute and there was room which was lucky”
Cruise Toronto Harbour and the islands for one hour with live English commentary from guides such as Sam, Sophie, and Asha. Expect skyline views, calm island lagoons, photo opportunities, and stories about Toronto’s buildings, wildlife, and island residents.
“Sophie and Gabe were great as guide and Captain respectively. Lots of information couple with dry humour. Sophie took some extra time to recommend some extra things for me to see. Good value and enjoyable.”
Travel from central Toronto to Niagara Falls in a small group of up to 23 people. Your day may include the seasonal Niagara City cruise, Journey Behind the Falls, Skylon Tower, maple syrup tasting, and scenic stops along the Niagara Parkway. Guides such as Haroon and Shahz keep the schedule moving.
“It was a very good day tour, and so was the tour guide and a driver as well Sash. It's just a bit of a rush. A few more minutes will make a difference. I highly recommend this tour.”
Board a Niagara City Cruises catamaran from the Canadian shore for a 40-minute night cruise past the American, Bridal Veil, and Horseshoe Falls. Enjoy the illuminated water, misty views, onboard music, and a fireworks display when weather permits. Arrive early for the riverside patio and best viewing spot.
“It was a fun boat ride and great experience. Just wish the other people riding were nice and let kids see things too”
Travel from Toronto to Niagara Falls by air-conditioned bus with an English-speaking guide such as Lina, Leo, Kaleb, or Andrew. Taste three maple syrups, stop for photos, then enjoy 3 to 4 hours at the Falls with optional Hornblower and Journey Behind the Falls tickets.
“We loved our trip to Niagara Falls. Everything went perfectly well, and our guide, Winston, was outstanding in carrying us through the day!”
Spend three hours on the Saguenay-St. Lawrence Marine Park with bilingual naturalist guides, watching for belugas, humpbacks, fin whales, and minke whales. AML Cruises offers indoor and outdoor viewing, a bistro, fjord scenery, and optional VIP or upper-deck access from Tadoussac or Baie-Sainte-Catherine.
“We were very fortunate to see many marine mammals on this trip. Our guide was excellent and seemed as excited as we were to get such amazing views of these majestic animals!”
Set out from Grand Quai in Old Montréal for a 90-minute sightseeing cruise past the Biosphere, Olympic Stadium, Jacques Cartier Bridge, and Îles-de-Boucherville. Your English or French guide adds local stories, while outdoor decks, an onboard bar, and an eight-language audioguide make the ride easy to enjoy.
“It was the highlight of our trip that week. The weather was great, the guide was knowledgeable and very friendly. Great amenities on board and everyone enjoyed themselves. We highly recommend this sightseeing endeavour. A 5 star experience”
Board Le Bateau-Mouche at Jacques-Cartier Pier for a 1 or 1.5-hour cruise through Montreal’s Old Port. A live English and French guide points out the Clock Tower, Biosphère, Jacques Cartier Bridge, and Habitat 67, while the boat offers sheltered seating, an open-air deck, and drinks for purchase.
“Well done. Informative and scenic. Tour guide was great.”
Join Eagle Wing Whale Watching Tours in Victoria for a 3.5-hour Salish Sea cruise with certified naturalists, warm gear, and a whale-sighting guarantee. Expect orcas, humpbacks, seals, sea lions, otters, and seabirds, with guides such as Derek, Sarah, Joe, and Sierra sharing wildlife facts along the way.
“Crew was so informative. Were able to observe a family of 5 Orcas and enjoyed seeing Victoria from the water.”
You’ll race through the lower Niagara River with a live English guide, enter Devil’s Hole, and feel the 365-degree Hamilton Turn. Choose the Wet Jet for a full soaking or the Jet Dome to stay dry. Guides such as Chris, Charlie, Nick, and Captain John are often praised for lively commentary and skilled boat handling.
“It was an amazing activity for the whole family. Lots of fun, loads of thrills and none stop action. Highly recommend”
From Bay Bulls, cruise aboard Gatherall’s catamaran to the Witless Bay Ecological Reserve. Expect puffins from mid-May, whales mainly from mid-June to mid-August, seabirds, icebergs in May and June, live commentary, Newfoundland songs, and a sheltered cabin if the North Atlantic turns rough.
“We paid extra to get picked up in town. The whale watching was great. We also got to see many puffins and other birds. The staff was great!!”
Pick a river, a coast or a harbour.
