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Heart of the 1000 Islands Cruise from Rockport

Tour boat cruising a narrow channel between lush green 1000 Islands near Rockport, Ontario

Price from

CA$55.95/person

  • 1-hour sightseeing cruise departing from Rockport, Ontario
  • Views of Boldt Castle and Singer Castle from the water
  • Zavikon Island and the world's shortest international bridge
  • The historic mansions of Millionaire's Row
  • 20 Front St, Leeds and the Thousand Islands, ON K0E 1V0, CA
  • Mobile ticket
  • Instant confirmation
  • 1 hour (approx.)

Cancellation Policy

With Ticket Assurance, Cancellation up to 24 hours prior to departure. Otherwise Cancellation up to 48 hours in advance.

Rockport has been welcoming visitors to the 1000 Islands for generations, and the Heart of the 1000 Islands Cruise is the classic way to see why. In just one hour, this cruise carries you into the very centre of the archipelago, where narrow channels wind between forested islands and some of the most famous landmarks on the St. Lawrence River appear around every bend.

About this activity

  • Duration 1 hour (approx.)
  • Boarding 15 min before departure
  • Instant confirmation · Mobile ticket
  • Ticket Assurance: cancel or reschedule up to 24 hours before departure

Highlights

  • 1-hour sightseeing cruise departing from Rockport, Ontario
  • Views of Boldt Castle and Singer Castle from the water
  • Zavikon Island and the world's shortest international bridge
  • The historic mansions of Millionaire's Row
  • Live commentary on the history and legends of the 1000 Islands

Full description

The route takes you past Zavikon Island and its famously tiny international bridge, along the historic summer estates of Millionaire's Row, and into view of not one but two castles: Boldt Castle on Heart Island and Singer Castle on Dark Island. With live commentary bringing the region's history, shipwrecks, and larger-than-life characters to life, this short cruise packs in more scenery per minute than almost any other tour on the river.

What you will see

  • Boldt Castle on Heart Island
  • Singer Castle on Dark Island
  • Zavikon Island and the shortest international bridge in the world
  • Millionaire's Row island estates
  • Scenic channels through the heart of the archipelago

Know before you board

  • This cruise stays in Canadian waters, so no passport is required
  • Please arrive at the Rockport dock at least 30 minutes before departure
  • All guests, including infants, require a ticket to board
  • Free on-site parking is available at the Rockport cruise terminal

Schedule

Seasonal schedule

  • Daily departures from 31 August to 31 October 2026, with up to eight sailings per day between 9:00 am and 4:00 pm.
  • Departure times vary by date, so confirm your slot on the booking page.

Meeting point

20 Front St, Leeds and the Thousand Islands, ON K0E 1V0, CA, Canada

The cruise departs from the Rockport waterfront at 20 Front Street, right in the centre of the village and easy to reach from Highway 401 via the Rockport exit.

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Cancellation policy

  • With Ticket Assurance: You can cancel or reschedule up to 24 hours before your cruise.
  • Without Ticket Assurance: You can reschedule up to 72 hours before your cruise date.

To cancel or reschedule an eligible booking, head to Manage Booking.

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