Rideau Canal Boat Tours provides an unforgettable experience of this most picturesque section of Canada's historic Rideau Canal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site,
on "Chuckles" our 30 foot electric cruiser.
You'll find us moored at Chaffey's Lock.
44° 34.790'N / 75° 19.150'W
on "Chuckles" our 30 foot electric cruiser.
You'll find us moored at Chaffey's Lock.
44° 34.790'N / 75° 19.150'W
Group Charter Tours - NEW for 2011 (see below)
$62.00 per person, taxes included. Children 12 and under, half price. All tours depart from Chaffey's Lock
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Group Charter Tours: Corporate Getaway or Family/Friends Getaway - NEW for 2011 Rent Chuckles and her Captain on a per hour basis for up to 12 passengers (the boat is exclusive to you and your guests). Take the regular tour from Chaffeys to Jones falls and back or wherever.
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Main Season Tours: Each tour last for 4 hours (round trip). We start at Chaffey's Lock and proceed through Opinicon Lake, Davis Lock and Sand Lake before stopping for a 45-minute break at the Jones Falls Lockstation. At Jones Falls you'll disembark and may visit the museum, the blacksmith's forge, and the unique, 60-foot high stone dam, completed in 1831. Upon reboarding refreshments are served and "Chuckles" returns to Chaffey's Lock. We offer some packages with lunch or dinner - these are very popular. Please scroll down for details.
Shoulder Season - Lock Tour: This 5 hour tour is the same as the main season tour with an extra hour allowed for lunch at Jones Falls. Take advantage of the cruise and lunch option (lunch at the Hotel Kenney). Lunch is also available at the snack bar at Jones Falls or bring your own picnic lunch (picnic tables are available at the lock).
Shoulder Season - Fettercairn & Scott Island Tour: - a 2 hour tour of Indian, Clear and Newboro lakes. Learn the fascinating history of Fettercairn Island and tour around the secret passage of Scott Island. The Cruise and Dinner package features dinner at the Opinicon Hotel or the Hotel Kenney.
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 Click here to enjoy a short 6 minute video of a cruise aboard Chuckles. Meet Captain Lance and his first mate, Mercedes. |
| Please take a moment to read a 2005 Ottawa Citizen article about our cruise, a 2004 Ottawa Sunday Sun article about our Rideau Discovery Cruise and then please take another moment to read a few testimonials about our cruise. You might also enjoy a few photos of "Chuckles" |
 A relaxing cruise of the Rideau followed by a delicious lunch:
Sunday (special "dinner" lunch) - $92 per person (taxes included) |
Sunday (special "dinner" lunch) - $92 per person (taxes included) |
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Relax with a quiet overnight at the Hotel Kenney at Jones Falls Explore the scenic and historic Jones Falls Lockstation Enjoy a cruise on the Rideau Canal Dine at the Hotel Kenney Lunch at the Opinicon Hotel Packages start at only $365 for 2 people which includes a deluxe room, dinner, breakfast and a luncheon cruise. We can tailor the package to meet your needs, contact us to make arrangements.
For more information about the Hotel Kenney, see: www.hotelkenney.com
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  (Monday to Thursday)
Escape to the peaceful Denaut Mansion Country Inn. Located in the quiet hamlet of Delta. Famous for its Old Stone Mill. Explore the countryside and beautiful surroundings of the Rideau Lakes Enjoy a relaxing cruise on the Rideau Canal Packages start at only $299 for 2 people, one night stay (Monday to Thursday), a bountiful breakfast and a
boat tour included. For more information about the Denaut Mansion Country Inn see: www.denautmansion.com
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Relax at Code’s Mill on the Park Inn & Spa at Perth Explore the beautiful and historic town of Perth Enjoy a cruise on the Rideau Canal Dine at Code`s Mill Lunch at the Opinicon Hotel Packages start at only $321 for two people ($250 for one) which includes a king or dbl queen room, continental breakfast and a luncheon cruise. We can tailor the package to meet your needs, contact us to make arrangements.
For more information about Code’s Mill Inn, see: www.codesmillinn.com
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  Give the gift of a cruise. A scenic cruise on the Rideau Canal makes a lovely and unique gift. We are pleased to be able to offer gift certificates. Contact us for details |
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Telephone: 613-272-0222 Email: boattour@bell.net * While you may get a "by chance" tour at Chaffey's, we can only guarantee a spot if reservations are made in advance |
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From Toronto: 310 km --- From Kingston: 65 km
| Classic Rideau Cruises is owned and operated by Captain Lance Jervis-Read. Please note that our boat tour is independently run from the Opinicon Resort Hotel and all phone calls are reservations should be made to the phone number shown on this page. |
Guests enjoying a tranquil cruise aboard Chuckles at Davis Lock
| Please take a moment to read a 2005 Ottawa Citizen article about our cruise, a 2004 Ottawa Sunday Sun article about our Rideau Discovery Cruise and then please take another moment to read a few testimonials about our cruise. |
 | Daily tours and the "Cruise and" packages are wheelchair accessible by prior request only. |
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For tourism information about the Rideau visit: www.rideauheritageroute.ca In Toronto and interested in yoga? check out: Fifth Element Yoga |
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