See more and save, with a 24/48/72h Kingston Attractions Pass!
See more and save, with a 24/48/72h Kingston Attractions Pass!
In Partnership with the Great Lakes Museum: set sail on a live-guided Shipwreck Cruise offering a unique perspective on the 1000 Islands’ maritime past. This 90-minute live-guided experience showcases Kingston’s historic waterfront and local scenery along with captivating storytelling, artifacts, and exclusive wreck-diving footage that delves into our region’s intriguing shipwreck history. A portion of proceeds supports the Great Lakes Museum.
Book online or call: 1-800-848-0011
Fuel Surcharge ($1.75-$2.75/pp) applies
Experience Maritime History on the Shipwreck Cruise
From the remnants of century-old steamships like the Comet, to more recent wrecks like the Wolfe Islander II, this cruise highlights the haunting beauty of submerged ships in the 1000 Islands, with live-guided commentary on the forces of nature, human error, and treasure hunts that shaped these underwater sites.
Led by an expert tour guide from the Great Lakes Museum, you’ll explore the intriguing stories behind notable wrecks that have become part of the 1000 Islands’ rich nautical history. Handle a special collection of museum artifacts and learn about the vessels that met their untimely end, how they were discovered, the science and beauty of wreck diving, and the secrets our wrecks have revealed to divers and historians.
1.5-hour sightseeing cruise
Live narration (English)
Restrooms
Open deck access
Comfortable shoes, light jacket, sunscreen/sunglasses, ID for bar.
Want to see and do more? Bundle this cruise with Kingston’s All-Inclusive Attractions Pass and gain access to all the top attractions, museums and tours… like Fort Henry, Kingston’s Penitentiary, discounts on dining at local restaurants and more! Available May 16 – Oct 12, 2026.
Harbour Route This 1.5 hour sightseeing cruise stays close to Kingston’s harbour and waterfront passing close to Historic Sites such as Fort Henry, Cedar Island, Garden Island, the Royal Military College of Canada, and the imposing stone walls of Kingston Penitentiary. To experience more of the iconic scenery of the 1000 Islands, we recommend our Heart of the Islands Cruise.
Spring, Summer, Fall
(May 16 – Oct 11)
All tickets for your reservation must be picked up in person at our ticket counter prior to the boarding time listed on your original confirmation document. Visit us in store at Waterfront Gifts & Apparel located at 248 Ontario St.
Board and depart from Crawford Wharf, 1 Brock St. in the heart of downtown Kingston. Our dock is located across the street (approximately 2 minute walk) from Waterfront Gifts & Apparel.
248 Ontario St. Kingston, Ontario
All tickets for your reservation must be picked up in person at our ticket counter prior to the boarding time listed on your original confirmation document. Visit us in store at Waterfront Gifts & Apparel located at 248 Ontario St.
1 Brock St. Kingston, Ontario
Board and depart from Crawford Wharf, 1 Brock St. in the heart of downtown Kingston. Our dock is located across the street (approximately 2 minute walk) from Waterfront Gifts & Apparel.
Accessibility varies between our vessels. See Our Ships and Accessibility for more information.
Cruises and tours depart rain-or shine: events will not be cancelled for inclement weather unless a vessel captain determines that it is unsafe to sail.
All of our vessels have indoor and outdoor decks. Please dress accordingly.
Tickets are non-refundable, unless Ticket Assurance has been purchased/added to your reservation at the time of booking. See our full FAQ page for further details and policies.
Set sail along Kingston’s waterfront, after dark. This live guided ghost cruise showcases downtown Kingston in a different light, examining the mysterious tales that surround our historic city.
Dine in the 1000 Islands! Join us on the Sunset Dinner Cruise for a spectacular evening on the water; it’s a floating restaurant where the scenery is always changing. Dine aboard the glass-topped Island Star, where you’ll be treated to a three-course dinner prepared fresh and served to your table. On select nights, this cruise sails aboard the Island Queen.
The world-famous 1000 Islands begin in Kingston and span the St. Lawrence River for miles. Enjoy a three-course lunch with salad, choice of entrée and dessert while you wind your way through small cottage islands of the Admiralty group featuring Napoleon’s Hat, Wanderer’s Channel, the opulent Mandalay Mansion and historic sights of Kingston on the Heart of the Islands Cruise.
The world-famous 1000 Islands begin in Kingston and span the St. Lawrence River for miles. Enjoy a three-course brunch from the panoramic deck of the Island Queen while you wind your way through small cottage islands.
Set sail on a 2-hour Sunset Cocktail Cruise along Kingston’s historic waterfront and enjoy a picturesque evening on the water in the setting sun, with a live host, and curated music. A selection of beer, wine, and cocktails are available for purchase onboard. This cruise is for guests age 19 and older.
The world-famous 1000 Islands begin in Kingston and span the St. Lawrence River for miles. Wind your way through small cottage islands of the Admiralty group featuring Napoleon’s Hat, Wanderer’s Channel, the opulent Mandalay Mansion and historic sights of Kingston on the Heart of the Islands Cruise.
