- Gananoque, referred to as the Entrance to the 1000 Islands, is globally known for being one of the most scenic waterfront towns in Eastern Ontario, greatly appreciated by locals, tourists and the business community.
- McDonald Island is an islet situated in Ontario. Its position is in proximity to White Calf Islands, and not far from Ynysrag Island.
- Situated between Kingston and Gananoque in Ontario, Howe Island is recognized worldwide as one of the 1000 islands along the St. Lawrence River.
- The 1000 Islands, known in French as Mille-Îles, include 1864 islands and stretch over 50 miles within the Saint Lawrence River between the Canadian-US border. More specifically from the northeast corner of Lake Ontario to Kingston, Ontario. The Canadian islands are part of the province of Ontario, and the U.S. islands fall under the state of New York.
An island is considered part of the Thousand Islands if it keeps at least one square foot of its land above water all year round and supports a living tree. The islands vary in size, with the largest ones covering over 40 square miles. Some smaller islands are home to just one house, while others are uninhabited rock formations. The public owns a significant number of these islands, offering visitors access to parks, campgrounds, and cottage rentals.
- 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
Embark on City Cruises departing from Gananoque for an hour-long tour, that brings you nearer to the picturesque views than any other service in the 1000 Islands. The location, once referred to as the “Garden of the Great Spirit” by the Iroquois Nation, is peaceful on the surface, masking its exciting past of pioneering adventures, wars, and uprisings. Get a glimpse of cottages owned by fifth and sixth-generation families and explore the tight waterways of the Admiralty and Navy island groups through the most detailed tour offered in the 1000 Islands.
Situated as the entry point to the 1000 Islands, Gananoque is about three hours from Toronto, two hours from Ottawa, and three hours from Montreal. It’s just a 15-minute journey from the New York State border crossing via the 1000 Islands Bridge and under an hour’s drive from Watertown. Gananoque can be reached via Highway 401 and The King’s Highway 2 from Kingston, Ontario.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.