African Queen Canal Cruise, Key Largo: Hours, Address, African Queen Canal Cruise Reviews: 4.5/5
African Queen Canal Cruise
African Queen Canal Cruise
4.5
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
About
In 2012 the iconic boat the African Queen was restored for her 100 year centennial celebration. In May 2012 she once again began plying the waters of Key Largo and currently offers canal and dinner cruises. We go out daily at 10am, 12am, 2pm, 4pm and 6pm. On Fridays and Saturdays at 6pm we offer a dinner cruise to the Pilot House Marina where passengers disembark and enjoy dinner in the restaurant before boarding the vessel once again to return to the Marina Del Mar. Dinner and lunch cruises are also available on request for groups of at least 4 people.
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Nilknarf2022
Prescott, AZ1 contribution
Jun. 2022 • Family
My spouse and I love old movies, antiques and unusual experiences. This is why we were so happy to be able to take a harbor cruise on the African Queen . Our granddaughter even got to drive the boat . What a great memory!
Written 27 June 2022
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tfrank2022
Prescott, AZ1 contribution
Jun. 2022 • Family
This is going to sound weird but this was something that I always wanted to do. The boat trip did not disappoint us . It was so much better than a typical harbor cruise . We rode on a piece of history !
Written 26 June 2022
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KAT31667
1 contribution
Jun. 2022
Excellent captain with tons of great knowledge, enjoyable trip. Would highly recommend to all. A++++
Written 23 June 2022
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Zal662022
1 contribution
Jun. 2022
The African Queen boat was truly an amazing and informative cruise. We cruised in the original boat that was in the African Queen movie with Humphrey Bogart and Katherine Hepburn. The tour guide was very knowledgeable and actually let me steer the boat for a time. I would highly recommend it.
Written 22 June 2022
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cmc31222
Dacula, GA1 contribution
Jun. 2022
What a FANTASTIC experience! Our guide,Eddy was amazing. I thought I knew a lot about Bogart but learned so much more. Fun and historical. So glad we did this!!
Written 17 June 2022
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Katheryn H
3 contributions
Jun. 2022
A complete tourist trap! So many other fun things to do in Key Largo for the $59. You book on line and it is non refundable. I understand why because when you get there you would ask for your money back. Nothing special about the cruise. Save your money!
Written 12 June 2022
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atterholtjames7390
Fort Myers Beach, FL1 contribution
May 2022
Boat and tour was a great experience. I would highly recommend to anyone who is a fan of the movie. I really enjoyed steering the boat!
Written 29 May 2022
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siouxzn1
Aurora, CO1 contribution
May 2022
We had a great time. The Captain was friendly and provided a lot of Trivia and encouraged participation. We got to steer the Lady for part of the trip.IF you enjoy nostalgia, this is a great venture!
Written 29 May 2022
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carolanne1950522
Boston, MA1 contribution
May 2022
This was a really fun Florida Keys tourist activity. A leisurely boat ride, fantastic classic movie trivia, and magnificent views of posh homes! Eddie was a gracious and knowledgeable guide.
Written 26 May 2022
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Randy W
2 contributions
May 2022
Relaxing boat ride and old movie trivia. My wife and I loved it. The captain was very knowledgeable on old movies. I loved the movie and this experience.
Written 22 May 2022
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havefunaway
Crescent Springs, KY241 contributions
wow on your review. putting this on our list for our upcoming trip, ....where was your condo and do you have other reviews from you week?
SJRCPA
Myersville, MD29 contributions
In Key Largo we stayed at Coconut Palm Inn - not a condo.
fluffy03062
Weeki Wachee, FL
Does it take you away from all the homes and businesses businesses
greg g
Tallahassee, FL20 contributions
No. It is a canal boat ride from the boarding dock where the African Queen calls home in Key Largo. This is not about having a touring boat ride. This is for people that appreciate Humphrey Bogart, Katherine Hepburn and great classic movies. The boat has a steam powered propulsion system similiar to what would've been used in German East Africa at the beginning of World War I in September 1914. Also has a new outboard for safety and negotiating the tight canal. It is a wonderful voyage back in time.
I keep getting an error message when I click the link above. Is there a new website?
LakeLady4700
Valparaiso, IN37 contributions
I'm sorry, I don't know why the site might be down.
apopps
Devon, UK210 contributions
Hello All,
We are hoping to book a trip on the African Queen soon. When I looked at the website- it came back as 'not secure' in the web browser. Has anyone had any issues? Or is it safe to book online?
Thanks in advance
Iris B
6 contributions
Booked online, no problem, we had captain Dave, very knowledgeable and also a sailor. Enjoy 😄
Michelle H
Key West, FL6 contributions
Are little pups allowed on the cruise? We will be staying in Key Largo over Thanksgiving wkend….we are HUGE fans of Bogie & Bacall & would love to take this cruise but will have our well behaved, friendly 4 lb Yorkie with us!
scott
Concan, TX15 contributions
yes everyone is welcome even your fur family members!!!
Kelli C
7 contributions
I'm wanting to take my wife on the dinner cruise for our anniversary in September, 2017. The website stops in the month of June I believe. So does this mean they are not open during this time? - Thanks in advance, Kelli Croft
Patrick O
Key Largo, FL49 contributions
The rest of the year was added to the website so you can book online or call f
directly.
Bert4365
Somerset, NJ
Want to surprise my husband....does cruise run end of December......2017.... trying to plan a long weekend around Dec. 28th.....would like to include this.....
Betischendorf
Libertyville, IL38 contributions
I'm not sure, but they have a website and I'm sure you can find out there. Also offer a dinner cruise but they drop you at a restaurant ten take you back after. Good luck
bkittell
Redondo Beach, CA1 contribution
what is the price
SUZANNEHOLMQUIST
key largo
Hello there,
the price of a canal cruise is $49 per person plus tax. There are also dinner cruises which are $89 per person on Friday and Saturday's early evening.
Kind Regards
The African Queen
Frequently Asked Questions about African Queen Canal Cruise
- African Queen Canal Cruise is open:
- Mon - Mon 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Tue - Sun 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Hotels near African Queen Canal Cruise:
- (0.21 km) Seafarer Resort and Beach
- (0.24 km) Bay Harbor Lodge
- (0.26 km) Kona Kai Resort, Gallery & Botanic Garden
- (0.23 km) Rock Reef Resort
- (0.26 km) Coconut Bay Resort
- Restaurants near African Queen Canal Cruise:
- (0.11 km) Denny's
- (0.20 km) Sal's Ballyhoo's Historic Seafood Grille
- (0.26 km) Subway
- (0.41 km) Sol By The Sea
- (0.49 km) Las Olas Ceviche Bar