Heart of the 1000 Islands Sightseeing Cruise

3.74

3.7(84 reviews)

3 hours

English

Mobile ticket

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Overview

Available languages

English

3 hours

Mobile ticket

Departing from Downtown Kingston daily, the Heart of the 1000 Islands cruise is the most in-depth cruise in the 1000 Islands. This 3-hour journey is the perfect way to explore the remarkable scenery that has made the region famous throughout the world.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What To Expect

Kingston 1000 Islands Cruises

Our route winds its way through the small cottage islands of the Admiralty group featuring Napoleon’s Hat, Wanderer’s Channel, the Bateau Channel, the opulent Mandalay Mansion and the historic sights of Kingston.

3 hours • Admission Included

Kingston Waterfront

See the sights of historic Kingston

Admission Not Applicable

Options

Heart of the Islands S.S.

What‘s Included

Live guided commentary in English

Live entertainment

Food and drinks on board (available for purchase in the canteen)

No assigned seating

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Reviews

3.74

84 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Island Queen cruise.
helenfJ1844ZL,Jul 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Lovely cruise through the thousand islands. Great way to beat the heat and very informative experience. The entertainment was nice and Donna the tour guide was wonderful to listen to! Overall a great day!
Fabulous staff and delicious meal
Lynne J,Jun 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Despite the storm today the staff were absolutely fantastic and the male was so delicious we definitely come back again
Nice.
Nuller37,May 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Nice boat trip. Super friendly staff. Can be recommended
They cancel your booking unilaterally, even if you book months ahead of time. Don't trust them
714leonardof,Apr 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00
Even though you book with them with over a month of time ahead after a carefully planned trip with relatives coming from far away, they simply cancel your cruise weeks unilaterally. Extremely disrespectful and awful customer service. Do not recommend relaying on them.
Wonderful experience
Charles W,Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Very lovely experience! Captain and all the crews are so nice and caring! The cruise is clean and very tidy! Highly recommended!
Worth the trip to learn history
WayandBev,Sep 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
The cruise is very interesting with an historian onboard giving very good commentary. Very picturesque with some fascinating information. Being so close to USA is amazing. In between the commentary there is entertainment which was interesting and entertaining. Some food and beverage are available onboard. A great way to learn about the maritime history of Kingston as well as St Lawrence River. The paddle steamer is quite old and dirty exterior. The toilets where dirty and had no paper towel, even though the bar staff member was informed. Well worth the trip.
Full view but especially full ears...
114fredericw,Sep 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00
The scenery is beautiful, but the cruise is incredibly noisy which quite spoils the fun. Between the (interesting) comments of the guide screaming into the speakers and the American tourists resuming the songs like a great Karaoke, it was hell. If it were to be done again we would choose a private tour even if it meant having to pay much more. If you have a headset that reduces noise, don't forget about it.
It is entertaining,...
Paula Z,Sep 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
It is entertaining, informative, interesting, and so beautiful. I learned a lot about Canadian history
Nice trip
Thomas T,Aug 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
It was very good, crew was nice. I enjoyed all the sites we saw - could have been a little more condensed - a little long/gets repetitive.
A Three Hour Cruise Getaway
Culture45883690349,Aug 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Despite it being a dull day I enjoyed the views. The music was well done and the guide was interesting to listen to. I only wished that we went to more of the thousand islands since they were interesting to see.