Boating

Because relaxing vacations aren’t for everyone

5

the number of helicopter tours to choose from

130 m

the height of the 1000 Islands Tower

1,864

the actual number of islands in the “1000 Islands” to explore in a kayak

Overview

If you’re an adrenaline junkie, the 1000 Islands is ready to get you out of your comfort zone and then some. Take your turn trekking through treetops. Or diving below the choppy waters of the St. Lawrence River, where hundreds of ships met their fate much too early.

However you dare to explore, there are plenty of (safe!) ways you can push the envelope and go back home with some good stories to tell.

Options

See things from up high

Take your 1000 Islands experience to new heights – literally. Trek through treetops, board a helicopter, or see the majestic St. Lawrence River stretch out below you from the deck of an observation tower.

We assure you: there are plenty of ways to go all in on adventure. And fill your Instagram feed with amazing pics.

1000 Islands Helicopter Tours

1000 Islands Treetop Trekking

1000 Islands Tower

Dive deep

The 1000 Islands is home to more than 1,800 shipwrecks, just waiting to be explored.

Discover wooden sidewheel steamers, steel drill barges, ancient schooners and more. Trust us: it’s been coined as the “Caribbean of the North” for a reason.

Kayaking adventures

See for yourself why so many visitors to the 1000 Islands say this is one of the best ways to explore the St. Lawrence River. Explore the area on your own. Or you can take advantage of guided tours.