Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours in Canada

Become more familiar with whales and other marine life on this 3-to-7-hour whale-watching tour from Granville Island in Vancouver. Explore the water of the Salish Sea and Strait of Georgia with an experienced guide who tells you interesting facts about sea life as you search for killer whales, humpback whales, seals, sea lions, and sea birds.

See Ottawa from the water on this 75-minute sightseeing cruise. Climb aboard the Empress of Ottawa and see Parliament Hill, the official residence of the Prime Minister of Canada (24 Sussex), the Canadian Museum of History, the US ambassador's official residence and much more. Enjoy a narrated account of the sites in English and French from an open-air sundeck or from one of two enclosed decks.

The Rideau Canal links Canada's capital - Ottawa - with majestic Lake Ontario. On this tour, cruise in comfort along the UNESCO World Heritage-listed waterway and admire sweeping views over top attractions including the Canadian Museum of Nature, Château Laurier, Dow's Lake, and the National Arts Centre. Along the way, listen as your guide sheds light on centuries of colorful Canadian history.

Get a different perspective of the beautiful city of Toronto on this harbor front boat cruise. Set out from historic Pier 6 and look out at the glittering skyline which includes the CN Tower, Rogers Center, and First Canadian Place. Pass by Toronto Island and make a stop there in the summer months to explore this urban oasis. Your captain will provide entertaining narration to along the way.

On this 1-hour Harbour Hopper tour, you'll travel on both land and water aboard a nifty, renovated amphibious Vietnam War vehicle. The unconventional method of transportation gives you an overview of some of Halifax's key landmarks: First, drive by St Paul's Cathedral, Citadel Hill and Halifax Public Gardens, then splash into Halifax Harbour for panoramic views of the waterfront.

Cruise down Canada's waterways on a 1.5-hour tour that sets off from the Jacques-Cartier Pier at the Old Port of Montreal. Enjoy panoramic views of the area as you go, and catch sight of Montreal Olympic Stadium, Clock Tower, the Montr eal Science Centre, Jacques Cartier Bridge, and Habitat 67.

Maximize your time in Ottawa and Gatineau with a one-hour sightseeing tour by land and water in an amphibious vehicle! Aboard the outrageous 'amphibus,' pass main city attractions like Parliament Hill, the National Gallery of Canada, the National War Memorial Monument and more. When cruising along the street gets dry, plunge into the Ottawa River to see the city from a different angle. Fun for the whole family!

Few places in Alberta offer the postcard beauty of Lake Minnewanka, part of Banff National Park. During this 60-minute boat tour, admire views of the Canadian Rockies and prairies as you cruise across the turquoise-hued lake and over to Devil's Gap. Scan the lakeshore for big-horned sheep, deer, bald eagles and even the occasional bear. Along the way, learn about the indigenous people who used to call the surrounding area their home. A perfect excursion for nature lovers and families alike.

Enjoy delicious cuisine and live entertainment with a view of Halifax and the surrounding region on this 2-hour dinner cruise along Halifax Harbor. On board a Mississippi-style sternwheeler, relax at a private table and dine on a delicious buffet dinner. Listen to live music and light commentary about the main attractions along the way. Then grab a cocktail from the fully equipped onboard bar and head to the open-air upper deck to take in the view of the Nova Scotia night under a moonlit sky.

Witness the dazzle of Toronto at night with a one-hour evening cruise through the city's inner harbor! Aboard the glass-encased boat, enjoy a narrated history as you cruise the harbor and island lagoons, cozy up with family and friends inside the glass-topped boat, and delight in the magic of Toronto's urban shoreline lighting up at dusk.

Enjoy a 45-Minute Sightseeing Cruise through Toronto's Scenic Harbourfront and Island Parklands! Experience the multi-lingual audio tour of Toronto Harbour aboard one of Mariposa's classic vessels. Enjoy Toronto's breathtaking skyline and take in the sights and sounds of the Toronto Islands, Island Airport, Harbourfront, CN Tower, Rogers Centre, and the fabled Gibraltar Point Lighthouse.

Take in Toronto's scenic skyline on a one-hour sightseeing cruise across the city's inner harbor! Aboard the glass-encased boat, enjoy a narrated history as you pass Toronto's bustling harbor-front buildings and skyscrapers, and witness some of the city's natural wonders including its island parklands, lagoons and wildlife sanctuaries. Your trip includes an optional stop on Centre Island.

Looking for an enchanting and unusual way to spend an evening in Vancouver? Take a leisurely dinner cruise along the city's gorgeous waterfront! Spend 2.5 hours listening to live music and savoring delicious Pacific Coast-styled cuisine as you float through Vancouver's Inner Harbor. Stroll the deck at sunset, indulge in a freshly prepared buffet, and take in the beautiful sights including Canada Place, the North Shore Mountains and the West Vancouver skyline after dusk.

Watch for orca, gray and humpback whales on a 8-hour wildlife safari from Vancouver on a comfortable, covered boat. Learn about the whales' lives, behavior and migration patterns from a trained naturalist, and try to spot the dolphins, seals, sea lions and bald eagles that thrive along the Pacific Coast. Whales are sighted on 85% of trips.

Experience an up-close encounter with northern Pacific marine life on a 3-hour whale watching cruise off Victoria's coast. Travel out into the open ocean aboard a comfortable, motorized boat to look for native species like humpback whales, gray whales, orcas, elephant seals and sea lions in their natural habitat. Learn about local marine ecology from a naturalist guide, and take in fantastic views of Vancouver Island in between animal sightings.

Enjoy a romantic evening on the waves on this 3-hour Friday night wine and cheese sail in Toronto. Hop aboard your sailing boat at Spadina Wave Deck as the sun begins its slow descent to the horizon. Cruise through the Toronto Island Lagoons onto magnificent Lake Ontario with your skipper and explore the archipelago. Sip a range of fine wines from the fertile soils of the Ontario region accompanied by a range of delicious cheeses. During your cruise, enjoy panoramic views over Toronto’s evening skyline from the water.

Delight in the beauty of Vancouver with a lunch cruise along the city's gorgeous waterfront! Spend four luxurious hours enjoying a unique dining experience as your float through Vancouver's Inner Harbor, Burrard Inlet and Indian Arm - a dramatic glacial fjord. Stroll the deck, indulge in a freshly prepared buffet and take in the beautiful sights including the Coast Mountains, verdant forests and local wildlife.

Enjoy the exquisite waterfront views of Canada's premier West Coast city on a leisurely one-hour Vancouver Harbor sightseeing cruise. Travel past landmarks sites such as world-renowned Stanley Park and the city's rejuvenated Gastown district, marvel at the incredible North Shore Mountains from atop an open-air deck and admire the stunning Lions' Gate Bridge while sipping a cocktail (own expense) from the onboard bar. 

Add an extra thrill to your Victoria whale-watching adventure with this wildlife cruise aboard a fast-moving, inflatable Zodiac boat. Get closer to the water - and the whales - on a wet and wild ride through the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Hang on to your hat and keep a sharp eye out for native marine life such as humpback and gray whales, orcas, sea lions and harbor seals. An expert naturalist guide will help point out passing species and share insight into the amazing aquatic world of the northern Pacific.

Delight in the beauty of Toronto with a brunch or lunch cruise through the city's picturesque inner harbor! Spend a luxurious two hours enjoying a unique dining experience aboard a stately ship. Stroll the deck, indulge in a freshly prepared buffet and take in the beautiful Toronto skyline shoreline with family and friends.