If you don’t have a lot of time in Muskoka to experience all that this fabulous place has to offer, a cruise on one of the iconic steamships may be just the ticket you need . Muskoka Steamships, in addition to the regular daily sailing schedule, offers specialty cruises on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays and the Murder Mystery Cruise as a one time offering on Saturday, July 27th. Whether you choose the 1 night/2day Overnight Voyage, the Muskoka’s Grand Resort Lunch Cruise or the Nostalgic Three Lakes Cruise, you will experience what it was like to come to Muskoka in its early tourism days, arrive at your destination resort or cottage by steamship (because there were no roads) and enjoy the grounds of a grand resort.
Overnight Voyage - Wednesday Nights - July 10 to Aug. 21 - 2 p.m. - Adult $150 based on double occupancy
“Experience the century- old tradition of sailing to your resort destination where you will receive the ultimate in pampering and a chance to experience the charmed lifestyle of Muskoka’s “rich and famous”. This fabulous 1 night/2 day Overnight Voyage is truly a one-of-a-kind Ontario vacation package. Along with cruising the scenic shorelines of Lakes Muskoka & Rosseau, guests will be royally treated at Windermere House Resort, one of Muskoka’s oldest resort destinations! While meals are not included, Windermere House features four a-la-carte restaurants for your enjoyment – operated by the famous Oliver & Bonacini Restaurants!”
Muskoka’s Grand Resort Lunch Cruise - Thursdays - July 11 to August 22 - 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Departs Port Carling. - Adult $73.95/Child $51.95
“Wenonah II salutes a classic Muskoka resort! Cruise the shorelines of Lake Rosseau on your way to historic Windermere House Resort. Passengers are greeted by the resort’s friendly and professiona staff and a delicious sit-down meal is served in the dining room, which is now operated by the famous Oliver & Bonacini Restaurants.”
Nostalgic Three Lakes Cruise - Monday, July 22 and Monday, August 12 - 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. - Adult $100
“Passengers board at Gravenhurst and start the day with a scenic cruise on Lake Muskoka and past the historic Millionaire’s Row. The R.M.S. Segwun sails up the picturesque Indian River to the Port Carling Locks. When the Segwun arrives at Port Sandfield, the swing bridge will be opened to permit the ship to sail to Sherwood Inn Resort where passengers will disembark for a delicious luncheon in the resort’s newly renovated dining room!”
Murder Mystery Cruise - Saturday, July 27 - 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. - Adult $99
“Board the Wenonah II for an elegant Sunset Dinner Cruise with a three course meal and the ultimate evening of suspense! It’s up to you to study the clues and evidence and solve the mystery!”
Cottage Tour - Monday, August 19 - 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. - Adult $100
“Your opportunity to experience the elegance and opulence of a grand Muskoka summer home on Lake Rosseau – this cruise abourd the R.M.S. Segwun highlights the unmatched scenery of Lake Muskoka with lunch served in the Royal Muskoka Salon. Dock at a magnificent summer home for a private tour of the manicured grounds and luxurious cottage interior.”