Kingston 1000 Islands Cruises

Kingston 1000 Islands Cruises offers daily sightseeing and dining cruises with the greatest variety of cruise options in the 1000 Islands region. Explore Kingston’s historic waterfront or cruise through the 1000 Islands on board one of three vessels.

Sightseeing Cruises

Discovery Cruise: See historic Kingston, from the water! The Discovery Cruise provides an informative introduction to the unique sights and heritage of the 1000 Islands region, with a main focus on the historic waterfront of Kingston. 

Heart of the Islands Cruise: The world-famous 1000 Islands begin in Kingston and span the St. Lawrence River for miles. Wind your way through the small cottage islands of the Admiralty group featuring Napoleon’s Hat, Wanderer’s Channel, and more. 

Shipwreck Cruise: New for 2025 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 experience showcases historic waterfront and local scenery along with captivating storytelling that delves into the area’s intriguing shipwreck history.

Ghost and Mystery Cruise: This special event cruise is offered on select dates. Sail Kingston’s harbour after dark! This 90-minute ghost cruise showcases downtown Kingston in a different light, examining the mysterious tales that surround our historic city.

Sunset Cocktail Cruise: Set sail on a two-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. 

Dining Cruises

Brunch Cruise: Enjoy brunch in the 1000 Islands from the panoramic deck of the Island Queen. A three-course plated brunch is prepared fresh on board and served to your table, with your choice of entrée. Brunch Cruises sail select days in the spring and fall.

Lunch Cruise: A lunch reservation offers a beautiful view of the 1000 Islands, following the three-hour Heart of the Islands Route. Enjoy a three-course lunch prepared fresh and served to your table, including your salad, dessert, and your choice of entree. 

Sunset Dinner Cruise: 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 and be treated to a three-course dinner.