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Family & kids in Ottawa
A gentle 90-minute cruise on the Ottawa River with shade, lifejackets for every guest and plenty to spot along the way.
👨👩👧 Family & kids
Why it works
- Book the whole boat so the cruise is just your family.
- Bring kid-friendly snacks and drinks.
- Lifejackets on board for every guest.
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
Family & kids: your questions
Is it a good fit for little ones?
There’s no room to run around, so it suits kids who can sit and enjoy the ride. Snacks help.
Is there shade?
Yes, the thatched palapa roof keeps the sun off.
Can kids come?
Age rules depend on the sailing time. Daytime sailings: all ages welcome. 7 PM: no children under 12. 9 PM: 19+ only. The Kontiki Lounge welcomes all ages on every sailing. Everyone aboard counts toward the 12 passengers, including infants.
Do kids wear lifejackets?
Kids under 12 must wear a lifejacket at all times. We keep two child-size lifejackets on board, so bring your own for the best fit.