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Going solo in Ottawa
Travelling on your own? Grab one seat on a public cruise on the Ottawa River and share the floating tiki bar with other guests.
🧭 Going solo
Why it works
- Book a single ticket, no group needed.
- Mix and mingle at the bar with other guests.
- No planning: show up, sail, enjoy.
Every Palapa cruise in Ottawa
- Seats for up to 12 guests, plus your captain and first mate
- Bigger group? Two boats can sail side by side
- Fully licensed bar on board, cashless tap payments
- Music on board, so bring your playlist
- Safety equipment and lifejackets for every guest
Ottawa perks
Good to know in Ottawa
- Book two cruises back to back and we add 30 minutes at no extra cost.
- Two boats can sail side by side, leaving at the same time, for groups of up to 24.
- Private charters choose individual tabs, a group tab with a limit, or an open bar on one bill.
- Last call is 25 minutes before the end. The bar is mostly cashless.
- We don’t sell food on board. Bring your own snacks or meal, or have your own caterer drop it off.
Before you board
Going solo: your questions
Can I book just one seat?
Yes, public cruises sell individual tickets.
What should I bring?
Sunglasses, sunscreen and a layer for evening cruises.
Is there an age limit?
It depends on the sailing time. Daytime sailings welcome all ages, 7 PM has no children under 12, and 9 PM is 19+ only.
What if not many people book?
We need a minimum of 4 guests to sail. If you’re first to book, we’ll try to match you with another group or move you to the closest busier time.