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    African Queen Canal Cruise

    735 Reviews
    #5 of 37 things to do in Key Largo
    Sights & Landmarks, Ships
    Closed Now: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    U.S. Hwy 1 at mile marker 100, Holiday Inn Docks, Key Largo, FL
    Open today: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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    “Awesome”

    The African Queen tour was awesome and was piloted by Captain Richard who was outstanding and made... read more

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    Voyager04962316175
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    “Awesome! ”

    Perfect outing for first time visit to the Keys! Captain Lance was very nice with a lot of... read more

    Reviewed 3 days ago
    samsfitmom
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    • Excellent71%
    • Very good19%
    • Average8%
    • Poor1%
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    In 2012 the iconic boat the African Queen was restored for her 100 year centennial celebration. In May 2012 she once again began plying the waters of Key Largo and currently offers canal and dinner cruises. We go out daily at 10am, 12am, 2pm, 4pm...more
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    U.S. Hwy 1 at mile marker 100, Holiday Inn Docks, Key Largo, FL
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    Reviewed yesterday via mobile
    Awesome

    The African Queen tour was awesome and was piloted by Captain Richard who was outstanding and made the day enjoyable

    Thank Voyager04962316175
    Reviewed 3 days ago via mobile
    Awesome!

    Perfect outing for first time visit to the Keys! Captain Lance was very nice with a lot of knowledge about the area. Definitely recommend.

    Thank samsfitmom
    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Relax and enjoy the cruise!

    Staying in Doral and decided to do a day trip to Key Largo. Looking for an activity to do while there, picked the African Queen Cruise. We're glad we did. Captain Richard was a great host and full of neat info about the area. The...More

    Thank wayne m
    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Great adventure!

    This was a fun and unique couple of of hours. Johnny, our captain, was amazing. We had a very pleasant time hearing the history of the boat and movie, and a great ride through the canals. A unique experience that we have already recommended to...More

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    Thank A2953IIkathyk
    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Got to steer the African Queen

    My fiancé was allowed to steer us around for a while, Capt’n Richard was both friendly and informative.He told several stories about Bogie and Bacall

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    Thank hbeville
    Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile
    Captain Dave

    We had the best Captain of Key Largo and the boat was simply amazing,the trip is great viewing all the beautiful homes and boats of key Largo. if you dont do anything in key Largo just take a ride on this old amazing boat with...More

    Thank Ckotti
    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    Beautiful lil trip on the African Queen

    We had a good time. Thank you for a nice trip down memory lane. The tourguide was friendly and let us steer the boat.

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    Thank littleandrea777
    Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile
    Entertaining Morning

    My wife and I were looking for a water event in key largo and saw the real African Queen was docked here. I'm a real film buff and couldn't pass up the chance. Johnny was a great captain and was full of information about the...More

    Thank John F
    Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile
    Bucket List Wish Come True

    A cruise on the African Queen boat has been on the top of my bucket list for six years. My wish came true in October. My husband and I and one other couple made reservations for a harbor boat ride. It was not! It was...More

    1  Thank Shelly L
    Reviewed 4 weeks ago
    Jonnie was a great captain and tour guide on the African Queen!

    This is the actual AFRICAN QUEEN from the old Humphry Bogart / Kathryn Hepburn film and it's still run on steam power! Jonnie took the 2 of us out for about an hour and a half tour of the canals and into the Atlantic on...More

    3  Thank lm4125
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    Michelle H
    12 November 2018|
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    Response from Ckotti | Reviewed this property |
    yes everyone is welcome even your fur family members!!!
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    Kelli C
    26 April 2017|
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    Response from Patrick O |
    The rest of the year was added to the website so you can book online or call f directly.
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    Bert4365
    19 February 2017|
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    Response from Betischendorf | Reviewed this property |
    I'm not sure, but they have a website and I'm sure you can find out there. Also offer a dinner cruise but they drop you at a restaurant ten take you back after. Good luck
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