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    African Queen Canal Cruise

    666 Reviews
    #6 of 72 things to do in Key Largo
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    U.S. Hwy 1 at mile marker 100, Holiday Inn Docks, Key Largo, FL
    +1 305-451-8080
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    “Oh what a ride!”

    My husband’s favorite movie is none other than The African Queen. I think he felt like Humphrey... read more

    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Gran7
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    Crossett
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    “Delightful evening on a great vessel ”

    We had a lovely evening aboard The Queen and enjoyed a great meal at the Pilot House. Didn’t quite... read more

    Reviewed 1 week ago
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    Augusta, Georgia
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    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.

    About African Queen Canal Cruise

    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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    U.S. Hwy 1 at mile marker 100, Holiday Inn Docks, Key Largo, FL
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    Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile
    Oh what a ride!

    My husband’s favorite movie is none other than The African Queen. I think he felt like Humphrey Bogart as we cruised through the canal out into the sea. Our captain was full of African Queen trivia as well as knowledge about the flora and fauna...More

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    Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile
    Delightful evening on a great vessel

    We had a lovely evening aboard The Queen and enjoyed a great meal at the Pilot House. Didn’t quite know what to expect with the boat, as these things can often be “cheesy,” but this tour boat was first class! Take a ride on the...More

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    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Magical Evening

    My wife and I stumbled upon this delightful opportunity and didn't regret a minute of it. The 'Queen' was exactly as we expected and Captain Dave was extremely knowledgable about the boat and the film. We took the dining experience and it was worth every...More

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    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    Like a trip up the Congo with out the danger

    The African Queen is a National Treasure! A fun hour and half ride in a real piece of history. The Skipper told the pre and post-movie history of the boat and the tangled path it took from the African delta to the Florida Keys. He...More

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    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    Unique and Fun

    We love the movie and were excited to find the American Queen restored and operating out of Key Largo. The ride was fun and the engine/boiler sounded just like it did in the movie. The ownership history was interesting, and the captain showed us pictures...More

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    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    Well Worth the Adventure

    For an affeciatto of African Queen the movie this cruise on that famous boat memorable thanks to Capt Dave. Only regret no souvenirs- especially no Charlie Cap! Was so looking forward to getting one. Nonetheless the cruise well worth it. Visit Alabama Jack' seafood shack...More

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    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    Fun!

    Enjoyable trip along the canal and out into the Atlantic for a bit. Tour guide was informative on the history of the boat and had some great old pics too. I think 50.00 a person is a bit much but had a lovely time none...More

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    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    Awesome

    Riding on the African Queen was a wonderful experience , a travel back to a simpler day, and for a Bogey or Hepburn or a fan of the movie. It was an amazing experience to ride on the original boat, the same as used in...More

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    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    Wonderful experience & trip back in time

    My wife and I truly enjoyed this experience and recommend it to anyone who has seen the movie "African Queen". My wife is handicapped and the African Queen's captain was quite helpful and accommodating from Boarding through to disembarkation. The easy tact of the ship...More

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    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    Relaxing trip down the canal

    Quite a lovely experience. Our boat captain shared stories of the African Queen and it's journey to Key Largo, including photos. Leisurely ride down the canal and back. If you're a fan of the movie, a must.

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    Kelli C
    26 April 2017|
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    Response from Patrick O |
    The rest of the year was added to the website so you can book online or call f directly.
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    Bert4365
    20 February 2017|
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    Response from Betischendorf | Reviewed this property |
    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
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    bkittell
    11 January 2017|
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    Response from SUZANNEHOLMQUIST | Property representative |
    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
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