• Gananoque - Known as the Gateway to the 1000 Islands, Gananoque is celebrated globally as one of Eastern Ontario’s most picturesque waterfront communities, cherished by residents, tourists, and the local business sector.
• Heard Island and McDonald Islands - McDonald Island is a small island in Ontario, located near the White Calf Islands and close to Ynysrag Island.
• Howe Island - Howe Island is one of the world-famous 1000 Islands situated on the St. Lawrence River, halfway between Kingston and Gananoque, Ontario.
• Thousand Islands - The 1000 Islands (French: Mille-Îles) comprise 1,864 islands in the Saint Lawrence River, extending over 50 miles between Canada and the US border, from the northeast corner of Lake Ontario to Kingston, Ontario.

The Canadian islands are located in Ontario, while the U.S. islands are in New York.

To qualify as one of the Thousand Islands, a piece of land must remain above water throughout the year and support a living tree. The islands vary in size from over 40 square miles to smaller islands with a single residence or uninhabited rocky outcrops. Many islands are publicly owned, offering visitors parks, campgrounds, and rental cottages.

• Set sail on 1-hour 1000 Islands Cruise departing from Ivy Lea
• Views of the 1000 Islands Int’l Bridge, Boldt Castle, Zavikon Islands, & Statue of St. Lawrence
• Onboard audio commentary in English and French
• On-board restrooms
• Free parking available on-site
• Full service bar, serving wine, cocktails and beer available for purchase
• On board snack bar with assorted snack items and drinks available for purchase

Embark on a 1-hour journey that takes you nearer to the Original Heart of the Islands than any other available cruises in the 1000 Islands region. Known as the “Garden of the Great Spirit” by the Iroquois Nation, the serenity of the region obscures a past filled with thrilling adventures, battles, and uprisings. Observe cottages that have been in families for five and six generations. Navigate the tight channels of the Admiralty and Navy group of islands through the most personal tour the 1000 Islands can provide.

• Please note that our cruises will take place rain or shine. However, if severe weather or unsafe water conditions arise and we determine it is unsafe to sail, we will cancel the cruise.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.