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Birthday cruises in Ottawa
Make it a birthday on the water: a floating tiki bar on the Ottawa River with your people, your music and a licensed bar.
🎂 Birthday cruises
Why it works
- The whole boat for up to 12 guests, or two boats for a bigger party.
- Just a few of you? Book seats on a public cruise.
- Bring snacks and the cake; it’s bring-your-own food.
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
Birthday cruises: your questions
Can we bring a birthday cake?
Yes. Every Palapa cruise is bring-your-own food, so cake is welcome.
Can kids come to a birthday cruise?
On private charters, yes, with a parent or guardian, and they count toward the 12 guests. Check the Ottawa FAQ for age rules on public cruises.
What if there are only a few of us?
Book individual seats on a public cruise instead of the whole boat.
Is there a deal for a longer party?
Yes. Book two cruises back to back and we add 30 minutes at no extra cost.