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African Queen Canal Cruise

740 Reviews

#5 of 37 things to do in Key Largo

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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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“Great trip on a steam powered boat”

4 in our group and all fans of the Movie “The African Queen”. I have admired this boat over the... read more

Reviewed 3 days ago

thetraveler4819

St. Augustine, Florida

“Long live the Queen!”

What an amazing, fun cruise! Johnny was knowledgeable, interesting, & super-friendly. It was our... read more

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Michelle H

Key West

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4.5 740 reviews

Excellent71%
Very good19%
Average8%
Poor1%
Terrible1%

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“steam engine”(96 reviews)

“humphrey bogart”(65 reviews)

“movie history”(35 reviews)

About

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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thetraveler4819

St. Augustine, Florida

8733

Reviewed 3 days ago

Great trip on a steam powered boat

4 in our group and all fans of the Movie “The African Queen”. I have admired this boat over the years. we finally all got together to book an hour and half plus cruise down the canal and out into the sea. We were surprised...More

Date of experience: December 2018

Thank thetraveler4819

Michelle H

Key West

Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

Long live the Queen!

What an amazing, fun cruise! Johnny was knowledgeable, interesting, & super-friendly. It was our little Yorkie's 1st time on a boat & she loved it! An exciting piece of film history not to be missed.

Date of experience: November 2018

Thank Michelle H

jbrenz

Chicago, Illinois

336142

Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

Very Charming and Enjoyable

What a pleasant experience! I really enjoyed this trip back in time! When first boarding, you get the history of the African Queen, and then you take a nice, pleasant ride through the canals out to the ocean and then turn around and come back...More

Date of experience: November 2018

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Mobile644574

Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

Well done!

This was a really fun relaxing tour on a piece of film history. Our Capt was John who answered many questions and showed us the engine and how it was rebuilt. He had a lot of knowledge about the area as well. I'd say this...More

Date of experience: November 2018

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WARREN M

Schwenksville, Pennsylvania

155

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Authentic ride on a steam powered 100yr old movie icon and classic launch.

We had a great time with Capt Dave on "The African Queen steam launch". He knew plenty about how the boat was used in the movie and the filming. The cruise goes to the 'ocean' up a short canal using a real steam engine from...More

Date of experience: November 2018

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Michelleginsburg

Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

Awesome

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

Date of experience: November 2018

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samsfitmom

Tipp City, Ohio

Reviewed 3 weeks 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.

Date of experience: November 2018

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wayne m

Forest, Virginia

7636

Reviewed 4 weeks 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

Date of experience: November 2018

1 Thank wayne m

A2953IIkathyk

Reviewed 4 weeks 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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Date of experience: November 2018

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hbeville

New Smyrna Beach, Florida

Reviewed 8 November 2018

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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Date of experience: October 2018

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