Cruising on the water is a lovely tradition along the Rideau Canal. Capitaine Luc welcomes groups from 4 up to 12 passengers aboard a new pontoon boat. Cruises begin in July and run to late October with custom tours also available. Lifejackets and all safety equipment provided as per Transport Canada safety regulations.

The configuration of seats on board allows for 4 groups of 3 persons. Each group 2 metres from other group (see picture below)

Cruises depart the Chaffey’s Lock wharf next to the Parks Canada parking lot. The pontoon has a full sun cover and a full enclosure to protect in case of light rain or wind. We also have cozy blankets to keep you warm on those cooler days.

2021 SPRING SCHEDULE    No tours until further notice

2021 SUMMER SCHEDULE  On hold until further notice

2021 FALL SCHEDULE   On hold until further notice

(see Fall Colour Cruises below) 

Final 3 Lock Tour of the season on Canadian Thanksgiving weekend.

Charters, Private Tours and Gift Certificates also available. Call Rideau Tours at 613-583-4783 for more details.

The 3 LOCK TOUR 

Nature & Heritage Discovery of Chaffey’s, Davis Lock & Jones Falls

Departure at 10am  (Boarding begins at 9:45am)
Return to dock around 3pm    
Cruise length 5 hours (may be a few minutes difference due to time in locks) Includes a 1 hour stop-over at Jones Falls to explore this spectacular lockstation featuring the “Whispering Wall” Stone Arch dam, Blacksmith Shop, Sweeney House Museum and visitor centre. Jones Falls is challenging for guests with mobility issues as the terrain is steep & uneven but the Captain will be pleased to stop for a washroom break at Davis Lock before arriving at Jones Falls to ensure everyone’s comfort.      Add a Gourmet Picnic for $25 per person or bring your own picnic on board. 

$75 per person

$60 children 12 years & under
2021 SCHEDULE – On hold

The 3 LAKE LOOP

Indian Lake, Clear Lake & Newboro Lake

Departure at 4pm  (Boarding begins at 3:45pm)
Return to dock at 6pm
Cruise length 120 minutes / 2 hours.

$50 per person
$40 children 12 years & under
2021 SCHEDULE – On hold

Add a Gourmet Picnic to your cruise for $25 per person:

• Insulated picnic basket, tablecloth & plates

• Smoked turkey, chicken salad or Roast beef sandwiches
• Local Artisan cheese, smoked sausage and in season veggies
• Freshly squeezed lemonade or apple cider (Fall)
• A cookie or square sweetened with maple syrup
• 85% of Ingredients locally sourced using farm fresh produce 
• Vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options                                   

FALL COLOUR CRUISES