15 Lunch Cruises in Canada Worth Booking

1.Premium Harbor Cruise with Lunch, Brunch, or Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,091 reviews · 2 hours - 150 minutes · from $60Our pick

Spend two to two and a half hours aboard the renovated Toronto Odyssey, with a plated lunch or dinner, weekend buffet brunch, and views of the CN Tower, islands, Sugar Beach, and Gibraltar Point Lighthouse. Expect reserved communal seating, rooftop access, onboard music, and a cash bar.

“I went on this with my partner & our friends and it was so much fun! Make sure you head up to the top deck after lunch (before dessert) before it gets too busy! The views are amazing and the vibes were high!”

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2.Montréal: Weekend River Brunch Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 304 reviews · 2h 30m · from $73

Set out from Montréal’s Grand Quai for a 3-course brunch, then cruise the St. Lawrence River past the Old Port, Biosphere, Jacques Cartier Bridge, Olympic Park, and Îles-de-Boucherville National Park. You get bilingual English and French commentary, an outdoor terrace, and a relaxed family-friendly setting.

“Very nice spots anf different outlook to Montreal! The food was amazing very tasty! A great way to experience the st Lawrence River. If you're looking for something Romantic and fun this is it! Staff is very helpful and friendly and the photographer is great 👍”

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3.Niagara Falls Day Tour from Toronto with Boat Cruise and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 281 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $156Top rated

Travel from Toronto to Niagara Falls with live commentary, skip-the-line boat access, a rain jacket, lunch overlooking the Falls, and stops at the Whirlpool, Floral Clock, Queenston Heights, Maple Leaf Place, and Niagara-on-the-Lake. Guides such as Alex and Michael have helped make this a smooth, well-timed day.

“Best experience ever, will definitely recommend this to those who traveling and visiting for the holidays”

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4.Vancouver Brunch Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 263 reviews · from $136

Spend 3 to 4 hours aboard a small-group Vancouver brunch cruise, eating a buffet meal while sailing from the inner harbor through Burrard Inlet toward Indian Arm. Use the open-air top deck for views of downtown, Coast Mountains, forests, waterfalls, and possible bald eagles or black bears.

“Beautiful scenery, great food, and an added bonus met lots of nice people on our trip. Went on a Monday and it was not too crowded”

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5.Toronto to Niagara Falls Day Tour with Boat Cruise and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 257 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $134

Travel from downtown Toronto to Niagara Falls by air-conditioned bus with a guide such as Haroon or Shahz. Ride the Hornblower boat, walk beside the falls, stop at the Whirlpool, sample Ontario maple treats, and choose an optional three-course lunch.

“Really really great experience! We had enough time to do all the activities. Our guide was really friendly and we extended a bit from the usual time since we've been through traffic. Everything was smooth and everybody had a great time.”

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6.Kingston: Lunch Cruise of Thousand Islands

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 212 reviews · 3 hours · from $76

Sail from downtown Kingston through the Admiralty Group on a 3-hour lunch cruise aboard the Island Queen or Island Star. Enjoy a starter, entrée, dessert, live music, and commentary on sights such as Napoleon’s Hat, Wanderer’s Channel, Bateau Channel, and Mandalay Mansion.

“The service was great. The food was quite appealing to the eyes and appetizing. The entertainment was enjoyable and engaging. Very warm host. Can the guide be placed somewhere to the side midway of the boat because at times those of us at the back were unable to hear what was being said.”

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7.Brunch and Lunch Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 180 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $149

Set out from 501 Denman Street at 10:30 a.m. for about three hours on a Vancouver harbour and Indian Arm cruise. You’ll have reserved seating, a buffet lunch, coffee or tea, live music, and views of Burrard Inlet, bridges, mountains, and a waterfall.

“Amazing experience and wonderful day spent on the cruise. Good food, beautiful scenery visible from the deck”

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8.Luxury Niagara Falls Day Trip from Toronto with Cruise and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 172 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $149

Travel from Toronto to Niagara Falls by coach or minibus with a guide such as Johnny or Garry. See Table Rock, cruise beside the Falls in season, add lunch, visit Niagara-on-the-Lake, and stop at the Whirlpool, Floral Clock, chapel, and Maple Leaf Place.

“I might have been better off driving myself. I would have been happy with just the visit to the falls and the cruise. All the stops were basically tourist traps and didn’t add anything for me except for wasted time. Also, took 3 hrs to get back because we left at 4 and there was a game that evening. 11 hr trip for 2 hrs of time I wanted to spend at the falls. Also, they didn’t pick me up at an hotel but gave me a location to meet the bus at, so pay attention to the pickup places.”

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9.Kingston: Brunch Cruise of Thousand Islands

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 132 reviews · 3 hours · from $76

Spend three hours aboard the triple-decked Island Queen, cruising Kingston’s Thousand Islands with a plated brunch, live entertainment, and commentary in English. You’ll pass Fort Henry, Kingston Penitentiary, cottage islands, and grand island homes. Greg Webb is one guide praised for clear, timely commentary.

“We had a good day enjoying all the views of the islands.”

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10.Québec City: Weekend River Brunch Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 116 reviews · 2h 30m · from $73

Board at Chouinard Pier for a 3-course brunch, then cruise the St. Lawrence past Château Frontenac, Île d’Orléans, and Montmorency Falls. A bilingual costumed guide provides live commentary in English and French, while outdoor decks offer open-air views and photo stops.

“I loved the kindness and excellent service of the staff, the quality and quantity of the food, the facilities and how well everything was explained. 100% recommended and fair in relation to the price. The only thing I would recommend is that you could also listen to the guide on the inside speakers so, in case you don't want to be outside because of the cold and strong wind, you don't have to miss his guidance.”

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11.Best Niagara Falls Tour with Boat, Lunch & Journey Behind Falls

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 80 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $239

Spend about five hours seeing Niagara Falls from the water, behind the Horseshoe Falls, and 775 feet up at Skylon Tower. George, Tom, John, Gary, Fabio, and Raz have led this route. Pickup, admission tickets, bottled water, WiFi, and a souvenir are included, with lunch available as an option.

“Mostly everything was great! Just some confusion about being sure we were getting picked up at our hotel. I called 3 times to make sure we were gettin picked up, but the confirmations came through keep asking me to put down a pick up point as my reservation wasn’t complete? Even the morning of tour, I waited 10 minutes after time we were supposed to be picked up and called, and sure enough, I think tour guide wasn’t sure. Luckily he picked us up 15 minutes later, and I was glad I called. We got last 2 seats. Also, I think this tour should, either include lunch for everyone, or…”

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12.Toronto Premier Brunch Cruise on Odyssey in Toronto Harbour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 73 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $58Best value

Spend about two hours aboard the renovated Toronto Odyssey, cruising Toronto Harbour over brunch. You get a buffet meal, coffee or tea, DJ music, Wi-Fi, and city views from climate-controlled decks or the rooftop. Drinks, window seating, and extra dishes cost more.

“Great food! Very attentive service! Awesome DJ music! However, missed opportunity to meet and get to better know your guests while they were waiting in the line to board the yacht. Some people came from abroad, some were celebrating birthdays or wedding anniversaries. Upscale coffee choice would be nice addition. Overall great experience!”

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13.Toronto Premier Lunch Cruise on Odyssey in Toronto Harbour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 32 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $73

Spend about two hours aboard the renovated Odyssey, sailing from Queen’s Quay Terminal around Toronto Harbour. You’ll receive a chef-plated three-course lunch, coffee or tea, and skyline views from climate-controlled interiors or the open-air deck. Drinks cost extra, and smart-casual dress is expected.

“Loved it . Great service. Food was good with large portion. The weather really made it nice. Was a good length of time”

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14.Campbell River: Whale Watching Cruise with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 20 reviews · 6 hours · from $230

Join Discovery West Adventures from Campbell River’s Discovery Harbour Marina for a six-hour cruise on a covered, heated 30-foot aluminum boat. Captain Josh and his team search for humpbacks, orcas, dolphins, seals, and seasonal bears, with lunch, drinks, a land stop, and an onboard bathroom included.

“Great activity but spent half the tour making way to and from lunch location, would have preferred to eat on board and get the full 6hrs whale watching.”

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15.Toronto Obsession III Brunch Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 19 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $88

Spend about 2.5 hours aboard Obsession III, cruising Toronto Harbour and its lagoons while you enjoy a brunch buffet, one boarding mimosa, jazz, and views of the CN Tower and Toronto Islands. The cruise leaves at noon from Harbourfront and returns to the same pier.

“This was supposed to be a fun couples brunch on the water but it quickly became apparent that this was not going to be that at all. Although reservations were made weeks in advance they didn’t seem to know where to sit us. We were told to go upstairs, then downstairs and was finally sat awkwardly at a table in the middle of the floor where people’s rear ends were skimming our table when it was time to line up for food. No announcement was made that food was being served so once people realized what was going on the rushed to the line. The food was diner quality at…”

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