Overview
Come on board City Cruises from Gananoque and join us on a one-hour cruise taking you closer to the scenery than any other cruise available in the 1000 Islands. Referred to by the Iroquois Nation as the “Garden of the Great Spirit,” the tranquility of the area belies a history of adventures, wars, and rebellions.
See fifth and sixth-generation family cottages. Cruise the narrow channels of the Admiralty and Navy group of islands in the most intimate tour the 1000 Islands has to offer.
Gananoque is the gateway to the 1000 Islands, located approximately 3 hours from Toronto, two hours from Ottawa, and three hours from Montreal. Gananoque is just 15 minutes from the border crossing into New York State via the 1000 Islands Bridge and is only 50 minutes from Watertown. Our community is accessible from Highway 401 and Highway 2 from Kingston, Ontario.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Audio commentary in English and French
Views of the 1000 Islands including McDonald Island, Howe Island, Half Moon Bay, Leek Island & more
Onboard food and beverages available for purchase
Paid parking available on-site
1-Hour Cruise
On-board restrooms
Parking fees
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
A paid parking lot is available on-site. Parking passes are available for purchase at the lot or in the ticket office.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
Please visit the Ticket Booth located across the street from the parking lot.
Boarding begins 15-minutes prior to the departure time listed on your booking.
What to expect
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Gananoque
Gananoque, the Gateway to the 1000 Islands, is internationally recognized as one of Eastern Ontario's most stunning waterfront communities and is thoroughly enjoyed by residents, tourists and the local business community.
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Heard Island and McDonald Islands
McDonald Island is an islet in Ontario. McDonald Island is situated nearby to White Calf Islands, and close to Ynysrag Island.
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Howe Island
Howe Island is one of the worlds renowned 1000 islands on the St. Lawrence River mid-way between Kingston and Gananoque, Ontario.
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Thousand Islands
The 1000 Islands (French: Mille-Îles) actually consist of 1864 islands located in the Saint Lawrence River stretching out over 50 miles between Canada and the US border. (Northeast corner of Lake Ontario to Kingston Ontario.)
The Canadian islands are in the province of Ontario and the U.S. islands in the state of New York.
To be considered one of the Thousand Islands, one square foot of land must stay above water for an entire year and support a living tree. The islands range in size from over 40 square miles to smaller islands occupied by a single residence, or uninhabited outcroppings of rocks. Many of the islands are also publicly owned offering visitors, parks, campgrounds and rental cottages.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Toronto).
Additional Information
- Please note that our cruises will take place rain or shine. However, if severe weather or unsafe water conditions arise and we determine it is unsafe to sail, we will cancel the cruise.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
FAQs about 1-Hour 1000 Islands Cruise from Gananoque
Can I cancel 1-Hour 1000 Islands Cruise from Gananoque for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 1 hour.
Where does it start?
A paid parking lot is available on-site. Parking passes are available for purchase at the lot or in the ticket office.
What's included?
- Audio commentary in English and French
- Views of the 1000 Islands including McDonald Island, Howe Island, Half Moon Bay, Leek Island & more
- Onboard food and beverages available for purchase
- Paid parking available on-site
- 1-Hour Cruise
- On-board restrooms
What's not included?
- Parking fees
Which places does it visit?
It visits Gananoque, Heard Island and McDonald Islands, Howe Island, Thousand Islands.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Operated by City Cruises Gananoque
