Where can I park?
Free parking behind Founder’s Hall Free parking beside Mi’kmaq Confederacy of PEI Paid parking ($1.50/hr) at Confederation Landing Parking Lot
What will I see/do on the tours?
90 MIN CRUISES: 9:30AM, 12PM, 2:30PM (& 5PM Sun – Thurs) – This boat cruise is not like any other on the planet. Not only will you learn about the Birthplace of Canada, fishing mussels, lobster & oysters, the Expulsion of the Acadians, shore erosion in the harbour, Augmented Reality conversation between our Founding Fathers…
Should we go out for food & drinks BEFORE going on your tours?
You can, but then you would miss out on the wonderful food & drink options we have available on our tours! Take a look at our menus to see the tasty delights & great drinks we have available on the Solar Boat: Lobster rolls, lobster, chicken, Caesar salad, potato salad, steamed mussels, & chocolate dipped…
What should I wear?
Wear whatever you feel comfortable in! The weather in May/June & October can be a bit chillier, so we recommend long pants & a light jacket, but the boat is fully covered & warm, so you should be fine in almost any kind of clothing. Even our surf & turf dinner cruise is a casual…
What happens if it rains or is too windy?
Our solar boat is fully covered, so we can go out in any kind of weather (except if we have sustained winds of more than 50km/hr). You will be comfy, dry & warm to have great fun on our solar boat tours. 😊
Is the boat available for private tours?
Yes! The solar boat is a great option for your corporate event, family reunion, bachelor/bachelorette or private party. We have a special discounted rate of $39/person for booking the whole boat reduced from $54/person – based on 34 people. This is a $510 savings! We can also add delicious food, live music, drag shows or…
Is food & drink included on the boat tours?
Food is NOT included with your ticket price for the 12PM, 2:30PM (or 5PM Sun-Thurs) tours, but may be purchased optionally when you buy your tickets online. Drinks are always available to purchase on board. Our 9:30AM tour includes hot coffee/tea, but no food. Drinks are always available to purchase on board. Our Fri &…
Can I bring my own alcohol on the boat?
No. We are licensed by the PEI Liquor Control Commission and it is illegal for us to allow passengers to bring their own alcohol on board the boat. Fear not, however, as we have lots of cold drinks available for purchase! 😜
Can I eat & drink on the boat during the tour?
Yes! Our boat has a fully licensed kitchen serving cold local drinks, PEI lobster, chicken, hot dogs, Caesar salad, rib eye, desserts & more.
Is the ride dangerous for adults or kids?
Not at all. The boat has been a boat for 58 years! It is very stable and moves at slow speeds ONLY in the sheltered Charlottetown Harbour waters. It is built for comfort – not speed!