Planning a group trip to Michigan’s Upper Peninsula? Famous Soo Locks Boat Tours offers the perfect blend of relaxation, sightseeing, and Great Lakes history—making it one of the top group tour experiences in Sault Ste. Marie. Whether you’re organizing a motorcoach tour, family reunion, school field trip, corporate retreat, or special event group, our narrated cruises through the world-famous Soo Locks are an unforgettable highlight.
Groups love traveling with us because our cruises are designed to be easy, enjoyable, and deeply memorable. We provide:
We gladly accommodate group reservations and tour operators, making boarding and timing smooth from start to finish. Ask about early boarding options and reserved seating for qualified groups.
Both decks of our blue-and-yellow tour boats provide comfortable seating, great views, and smooth cruising—perfect for groups of all sizes.
Our narrators bring the Soo Locks to life. Guests learn about freighters, engineering marvels, Lake Superior, and Sault Ste. Marie’s fascinating maritime history.
From student groups to senior motorcoach trips, our cruises are accessible, relaxing, and suitable for mixed-age groups.
We offer special rates for qualified groups. Reach out to our team for details and availability.
Motorcoach planners consistently tell us that cruising through the Soo Locks is a top-rated experience on their itineraries. Here’s why:
Your group gets to experience the Soo Locks from the water, rising and lowering with the same system that moves 1,000-foot freighters. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience for many guests.
Depending on traffic, your group may see a massive freighter passing close by—a thrill for boat-watchers and photographers.
Our cruise durations and departure times work well for day-trip itineraries, overnight itineraries, and multi-day UP tours.
We host:
School field trips
Senior travel groups
Maritime history clubs
Corporate outings
Family reunions
Military & veteran groups
Church groups
Extended-family travel tours
Our team knows how to help each type of group have the smoothest possible trip.
Groups love pairing our boat tour with nearby attractions such as:
Museum Ship Valley Camp
Tower of History
Soo Locks Park & Visitor Center
Downtown shopping and dining
Bundle options—such as our Adventure Pass—make planning even easier and save your guests valuable time.
Our dock at 515 East Portage Avenue is in the heart of Sault Ste. Marie, with bus parking available nearby. When your motorcoach arrives, our team assists with:
Seamless check-in
Boarding instructions
Restroom access
Quick, friendly service
We make sure your group feels welcome the moment they step off the bus.
Want a private cruise? Looking to coordinate timing around meals or other attractions?
We’re happy to help tailor the perfect group visit.
Options include:
Private charters
Special narration requests
After-hours or custom time slots
Onboard hospitality options (varies by tour type)
We would love to help make your group’s visit to Sault Ste. Marie unforgettable.
Whether you’re a travel planner, motorcoach operator, or scheduling a reunion or field trip, Famous Soo Locks Boat Tours is ready to create a memorable experience your group will talk about long after the trip ends.