Group Tours & Private Charters
Group Charter Cruises
Elevate your event to extraordinary with a charter cruise, complete with a dedicated crew, and room for up to 150 guests! Enjoy a fully licensed bar and catering options while touring the beautiful St. Marys River, iconic Soo Locks, or picturesque Old North Channel of Sugar Island.
Group Tours
Schools, scouts & church groups. Our tours are ideal for large groups – from bus tours and school field trips to charter cruises for your special event.
tour Groups
To qualify for a discounted group rate, a group must have 25 or more adults. Tour guides with proper ID can receive a complimentary ticket (one per reservation).
Motor coach parking available.
Schools, Scouts & Church Groups
Special rates are available for school groups (pre-school and K-12, plus chaperones). These rates also apply to scout groups, church groups, summer camps or similar organizations.
Conventions, Reunions & Weddings
Make your celebration, special occasion, festive reunion, or company gathering truly unique and memorable with a charter cruise. Available for parties up to 150 guests. Enjoy exclusive use of our vessel for an evening cruise that may include any of these routes:
- Main St. Mary’s River shipping channel
- Sugar Island’s Old North Channel
- Locking through the Soo Locks
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Tour Length
Charter cruises are a minimum of 2 hours and can be extended in 1/2 hour increments.
Cruise Planners
To plan your charter cruise, please contact our Charter Cruise Director at 906-632-2512 or complete the form.
Food & Beverage
We have a fully licensed and insured bar with certified bartenders to serve a variety of adult beverages of your choice.*
Frequent
Sail rain or shine, with many departures daily.
Accessible
All docks and boats are accessible.
*We work with a variety of local caterers if you wish to include a special menu.
Frequently Asked Questions for Groups
The Famous LOCK TOUR Experience
Sailor's View
Pass under the International Highway Bridge and see historic attractions, U.S. locks, St. Mary’s Rapids, 3 hydroelectric plants & more.
Up Close & Personal
Cruise right beside huge Lake Superior freighters and ocean vessels while learning about the history and importance of them.
Contact Us For Group Reservations
Our Cruise Experiences
Explore our variety of tours to find the perfect fit for your group. All tours feature live narration and a climate-controlled lower deck.
(Our Most Popular)
The classic Sault Ste. Marie experience. Your group will experience "locking through" the Soo Locks, raising or lowering with the water levels of the St. Mary’s River. You’ll pass under the International Bridge and cruise alongside giant lake freighters.
- Duration: ~90 Minutes
- Goes through Locks? Yes
The premier choice for maritime enthusiasts. This extended tour views two historic lighthouses and includes a passage through the Soo Locks.
- Duration: ~4.5 Hours
- Goes through Locks? Yes (Reservations Required)
A relaxing evening on the water featuring music, dinner-style hors d'oeuvres, and adult beverages. A fantastic choice for corporate mixers or adult social groups.
- Duration: ~2 Hours
- Goes through Locks? No
Experience the breathtaking Michigan fall foliage paired with the golden hour on the river. This tour includes a trip through the Soo Locks.
- Duration: ~1.5 Hours
- Goes through Locks? Yes
Enjoy the best seat in the house for the fireworks display! This cruise offers a unique perspective of the show from the water.
- Duration: ~90 Minutes (varies by display)
- Goes through Locks? No
A spooky seasonal favorite! Learn about the eerie history and legends of the St. Mary’s River.
- Duration: ~2 Hours
- Goes through Locks? No