Canada · THOUSAND ISLANDS & KINGSTON CRUISES
34 reviewed
Below are the 15 best thousand islands & kingston cruises in Canada right now, with what each one costs, how long it runs and the kind of traveller it suits. The first is the safest booking on the page.
Kingston’s Thousand Islands cruise aboard the Island Queen paddlewheeler, with live music, narration, and Napoleon’s Hat sights.
“Not sure why I was paying in US dollars for a Cdn event. Web sight was listing in Cdn $ . I am A Canadian and should be charged in CDN $ Will recommend a different cruise to friends because of this.”
A 3-hour Gananoque cruise to the St. Lawrence Seaway, Boldt Castle, and key Thousand Islands sights, with English or French audio.
“Be prepared for the weather, and if you want to purchase available food, be ready to pay a lot. The crew did a great job in making the trip enjoyable for all.”
A small 3-seat helicopter ride over Canada and the Thousand Islands highlights, including Boldt Castle and a 360-degree tower view.
“This was a great experience, totally worth the drive from Ottawa to Gananoque! Many thanks to Bill, amazing pilot and great guide whou made our tour an unforgettable event!”
5-hour 1000 Islands cruise from Gananoque with a 2-hour Boldt Castle stopover on Heart Island, narrated in English and French.
“Very nice Amazing place to visit the outsider Flowers insiste room furniture stairs everything is great”
3-hour Kingston lunch cruise through the Thousand Islands with live commentary, a 3-course meal, and views from Island Queen or Star.
“very well organized. lunch was good. the singer also gives information on what we see. time to go upstairs to have a nice view. i recommend this tour”
Kingston sunset dinner cruise with a 3-course onboard meal, live music, and guided sights through the Admiralty Islands for $98, 3 hours.
“The dinner cruise was a celebration of our 45th wedding anniversary, not only was it special to us but the crew made a big deal about it. They really added to our celebration.”
A 90-minute catamaran cruise from Brockville through the 1000 Islands, close to wildlife and passing big St. Lawrence Seaway ships.
“Better buy directly, don’t use apps. Might be a little boring”
A 90-minute evening ghost-and-mystery trolley through Kingston, Ontario, with storytelling, downtown sights, and Rockwood Asylum grounds.
“Guide was very knowledgeable. 1.5 hours flew by with all the information he had!! Excellent. Make sure you bring a warm jacket for this evening tour.”
A 75-minute nighttime walk through Kingston’s Sydenham Ward, mixing courthouse hangings and burial-ground legends with a cloaked guide. $23.
“Ben was the best! Been on this tour a few times and brought someone from out of town. It’s all he’s talked about for days”
3-hour Island Queen paddle-wheeler brunch cruise with fresh a la carte food, live entertainment, and Thousand Islands views from Kingston.
“The food and boat ride were fantastic. Very well organized and very relaxing. The tour guide was super knowledgeable and helpful. We purchased his book and can’t wait to read it! Would be interested in trying the sunset dinner next time.”
Two days from Montreal to Toronto, Niagara Falls, and the 1000 Islands, with cruise views, CN Tower, and aquarium time.
“belle expédition. guide Caroline efficace et sympathique. parfait !merci Caroline”
Kingston Waterfront Discovery Cruise on the Island Belle. See Fort Henry and the Penitentiary in 1 hour with live English narration.
“Many landmarks to see in one hour. The guide provided factual info along with local stories. His narrative helped us decide on other places to visit which is a great bonus.”
A 75-minute Kingston ghost walk with a local guide, classic downtown stops, and spooky stories after dark, priced for a fun night out.
“The experience was “meh”. I didn’t feel like our guide was really into the tour all that much….minimal talking and story-telling… mostly expressionless. Nice person, just not really a good fit based on personality.”
See the Thousand Islands from a three-passenger helicopter. Short flight, clear headsets, and unbeatable aerial views near Gananoque.
“It was a great experience for my daughter and I. The pilot was so friendly and explained all the islands to us. I highly recommend it 😁”
A 1-hour red trolley tour of Kingston with stops at Queen’s University, Kingston Pen, and Point Henry Fort Henry views from a central downtown pickup.
“un tour complet très intéressant. À faire absolument.”
