Ottawa River Yacht Experiences
Your Ottawa escape starts on the water.
Your own yacht or a shared evening cruise.
Good music, great company, time to unwind.
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Private charters
Your people. Your river escape.
Your favourite people. Your own yacht. The Ottawa River all around you. Settle in, celebrate, and enjoy the view while our Captain and First Mate take care of the cruise.
Private charters —Your people. Your river escape.
Choose your time on the water.
| Standard | Weekend | |
|---|---|---|
| One yacht | $399 | $438 |
| Both yachts | $758 | $832 |
From$399
From$438
One yacht · 1–12 guests
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| Standard | Weekend | |
|---|---|---|
| One yacht | $549 | $603 |
| Both yachts | $1,043 | $1,145 |
From$549
From$603
One yacht · 1–12 guests
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| Standard | Weekend | |
|---|---|---|
| One yacht | $749 | $823 |
| Both yachts | $1,423 | $1,563 |
From$749
From$823
One yacht · 1–12 guests
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1.5 hours · Option 2 of 3
Whole-group prices · Taxes and booking fees extra.
Make it yours. Add food or decorations.
Good to know
Pricing: Rates are for your entire private charter, not per guest. Weekend rates apply from Friday at 6 PM through Sunday.
Savings: Book both yachts and save 10% on the second yacht. The discount is already included in the prices shown.
Extras: Decorations cost $99 + tax, including supplies, setup and cleanup. Order catered food at least 48 hours before your charter. Drinks are sold onboard.
Fees & gratuity: Prices exclude applicable taxes and a 6% online booking fee. Food and drinks are charged separately and are subject to an 18% gratuity, calculated before tax.
Private charters
Your people. Your river escape.
Your favourite people. Your own private tour. The Ottawa River all around you. Settle in and enjoy the view while our Captain and First Mate take care of the cruise.
Choose your time on the water.
Option 2 of 3
Select guest count to see your prices.
Select guest count to see your prices.
Select guest count to see your prices.
For your whole group
Book both yachts and save 10% on the second yacht. Savings included in these prices.
See dates & book your charter →Make it yours. Add catered food or decorations.
Good to know
Included: Exclusive use of your yacht or yachts, a Captain and First Mate on each yacht, fuel, marina fees and mandatory passenger insurance. Commercially licensed, regulated and insured.
Pricing: Rates are for your entire private charter, not per guest. Weekend rates apply Friday from 6 PM and all day Saturday and Sunday.
Savings: Book both yachts and save 10% on the second yacht. The discount is already included in the prices shown.
Extras: Decorations cost $99 + tax, including supplies, setup and cleanup. Order catered food at least 48 hours before your charter. Drinks are sold onboard.
Fees & gratuity: Prices exclude applicable taxes and a 6% online booking fee. Food and drinks are charged separately and are subject to an 18% gratuity, calculated before tax.
1-Hour Shared Tours — Your evening on the water.
Pick your evening.
Monday–Thursday $79
Friday–Sunday $87
Per person · Taxes and booking fees extra
Solo guests welcome.
Buy Shared Tour Tickets →Public 1-hour tours
Your evening on the water.
Come solo, bring a friend, or make it a date. Enjoy an hour on the Ottawa River while our Captain and First Mate take care of the cruise.
Pick your evening.
Monday–Thursday$79 per person
Friday–Sunday$87 per person
Solo guests welcome.
See dates & buy tickets →Something to savour? Add catered food.
Good to know
Pricing: Ticket prices are per person. Taxes and booking fees are extra.
Departures: Each departure requires at least two guests booked.
Food & drinks: Catered food must be ordered at least 48 hours ahead. Drinks are sold onboard.
Fees & gratuity: Ticket prices exclude applicable taxes and a 6% online booking fee. Food and drinks are charged separately and are subject to an 18% gratuity, calculated before tax.
Only eight nights
Fireworks from the water.
Watch the sky light up from a yacht on the Ottawa River. Buy individual tickets, or make the night yours with a private charter.
Only eight nights —Fireworks from the water.
Only eight nights
Ottawa River fireworks tours.
Watch the sky light up from a yacht on the Ottawa River. Buy individual tickets, or make the night yours with a private charter.
Add catered food.Make it really special. Add catered food (and decorations on charters).
Good to know
Pricing: Prices vary by date. Taxes and booking fees are extra.
Tickets & charters: Individual tickets are per person. Private charters are for one yacht (up to 12 guests) or both yachts (up to 24 guests).
Both-yacht savings: Save 10% on the second yacht. The prices shown already include this discount.
Food & drinks: Catered food must be ordered at least 48 hours ahead. Drinks are sold onboard. Decorations are available for private charters.
Fees & gratuity: Fireworks prices exclude applicable taxes and a 6% online booking fee. Food and drinks are extra and subject to an 18% gratuity, calculated before tax.
Your arrival, made easy.
We depart from Le Pirate Marina in Gatineau.
📍 Boarding
Le Pirate Marina
1067 Jacques-Cartier Street
Gatineau, QC J8T 3W2
🅿️ Free public parking
1089 Jacques-Cartier Street
Gatineau, QC J8T 6H4
A short walk from the marina.
Before arrival, every adult must complete a Guest Check-in. Guests who have not, cannot board. Arrive 15 minutes before departure. Wait on the sidewalk by the marina entrance; crew will check you in and escort you aboard.
Before you book.
How does booking work?
For private charters, enter your guest count to see prices, then click Book. For public tours, click Buy tickets.
Choose your date and tour options, add food if desired, enter your contact details and pay a 50% deposit. We’ll email your confirmation.
Can I see the yachts before I book?
Yes! See the yachts → or explore photos and videos from real tours on Instagram @OttawaYacht →.
What if the weather changes?
We assess safety at the marina and along the route. If we cancel, choose a full refund or credit. Rain or a forecast alone doesn’t mean cancellation.
More questions? Read our FAQ →
Let’s get you on the water.
Book your experience. We’ll take care of the rest.
Join our crew. Spend your day on the water.
Great with guests? Have hospitality experience? We’re looking for First Mates.
Your arrival, made easy.
We depart from Le Pirate Marina in Gatineau.
🅿️ Free public parking
1089 Jacques-Cartier Street
Gatineau, QC J8T 6H4
A short walk from the marina.
Before arrival
Every adult must complete a digital check-in to board.
Arrive 15 minutes early
Wait on the sidewalk by the marina entrance. Our crew will check you in and escort you aboard.
Before you book.
How does booking work?
Choose your experience and date. For private charters, choose one or both yachts and your tour length. You’ll see the price before booking. A 50% deposit reserves your tour.
Can I see the yachts before I book?
Yes! See the yachts → or explore photos and videos from real tours on Instagram @OttawaYacht →.
What if the weather changes?
We assess safety at the marina and along the route. If we cancel, choose a full refund or credit. Rain or a forecast alone doesn’t mean cancellation.
More questions? Read our FAQ →
Let’s get you on the water.
Choose your experience. We’ll take care of the rest.
Join our crew.
Great with guests? Have hospitality experience?
We’re looking for First Mates.