African Queen Canal Cruise
African Queen Canal Cruise
African Queen Canal Cruise
4.5
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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 and 6pm. On Fridays and Saturdays at 6pm we offer a dinner cruise to the Pilot House Marina where passengers disembark and enjoy dinner in the restaurant before boarding the vessel once again to return to the Marina Del Mar. Dinner and lunch cruises are also available on request for groups of at least 4 people.
Suggest edits to improve what we show.
Improve this listingTours & experiences
Explore different ways to experience this place.
Full view










What is Travellers’ Choice?
Tripadvisor gives a Travellers’ Choice award to accommodations, attractions and restaurants that consistently earn great reviews from travellers and are ranked within the top 10% of properties on Tripadvisor.
Top ways to experience African Queen Canal Cruise and nearby attractions
The area
Best nearby
Restaurants
50 within 5 kms
Attractions
16 within 10 kms
See what other travellers are saying
- bcbcbc280 contributionsA Real Treat!My husband and I took this same cruise 4years ago and enjoyed it. This year we took the trip with our 4 traveling companions, who had never been on the African Queen. They were just thrilled to actually be on the boat from the movie. There were only the six of us and Captain Eddie was very informative and fun. He suggested several photo ops and took photos of our group. It was a disappointment that the steam engine is not running. They are using an outboard motor, which of course does not give th same feeling. However, I do admit that it is a much more quiet ride and allowed us to converse more easily. I recommend this trip to anyone who has seen the movie. Even if you nave not seen the movie, it is a pleasant way to spend 90 minutes passing the beautiful homes on the canal.Visited February 2020Written 4 March 2020
- jfmaderHeathsville, Virginia2 contributionsTHe African Queen attraction held our attentionThe host/guide was remarkabe. He had a good knowledge of the African Queen itself, but we found his commentary on the local area, boaters, millionaire homes as we passed by and other information just as intriging. The African Queen's engine was actually made in 1896 and is still used occasionally! The hull is steel and is stronger than the fiber glass hulls of most boats we saw all during the ride. Actually went out into the ocean following a long ride through the canals. The guide took our pictures and was very accomodating.Would recommend this attraction before people forget the movie and the African Queen's part in history.Visited May 2021Written 12 May 2021
- richardemailStratford-upon-Avon, United Kingdom587 contributionsQuirky and funThe cruise takes you out through the marina canals and into open water before returning. It is a quirky tour and fun. On our trip the steam engine was fired and in use but we are not sure this is always the case (we saw the cruise depart from our hotel a number of times). It might be worth checking. We saw it depart a number of times just using the outboard motor which might not be so much of an experience. The film history was interesting (as told by the captain with photos from the original filmset), and the trip itself gives a view of the marina canals and residences from the water.Visited January 2020Written 6 February 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Contribute
Detailed Reviews: Reviews order informed by descriptiveness of user-identified themes such as cleanliness, atmosphere, general tips and location information.
Popular mentions
4.5
1,307 reviews
Excellent
975
Very good
211
Average
75
Poor
24
Terrible
22
vickyiacarella
4 contributions
Sep 2023
We enjoyed the boat ride, the history and fun facts about the African Queen and the captain's trivia!
Written 23 September 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
captlarry100
Fort Myers Beach, FL1 contribution
Aug 2023
Great time with Capt. Dave. Informative and also gave us a few good spots to eat& drink and be entertained.....thanks!!!
Written 28 August 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
riamendenhall
1 contribution
Aug 2023
Captain Dave was so informative and the entire experience, no matter if you have seen the movie or not, is amazing. The canal tour was so peaceful and the homes were amazing. Captain Dave had so much local knowledge which really made the trip even better.
Written 21 August 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
lorna k
Dublin, Ireland50 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
We had a wonderful trip on the African Queen. I've always loved the movie so I got a kick out of traveling on this famous boat. Captain Eddie was amazing, giving us all the movie trivia. We had a lovely time.
Written 14 August 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Jennifer V
2 contributions
Aug 2023
A must do for fellow classic movie lovers! My husband and I were the only passengers on the Queen that day, so we moved about freely. Our Captain was very knowledgable about the history of the boat itself and the filming of the movie. He had a picture book with treasured photos of Bogart, Hepburn, and Bacall during their three month experience filming in the Congo. We were 'celebrities' ourselves on the water that day as every other vessel acknowledged the iconic boat when we passed. A highly enjoyable adventure!
Written 14 August 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
olgananop
The Woodlands, TX1 contribution
Jul 2023 • Family
We had so much fun and our skipper was amazing! definitely recommend it especially for families & couples!
Written 12 August 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
sambarker2023
1 contribution
Jul 2023 • Family
Absolutely fantastic, a wonderful ride and the Captain was excellent fun and knowledgeable. The boat is a great place to spend some time and get a feel for the waters of Key Largo.
Written 7 August 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
ACBoca
Boca Raton, FL13 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
The original boat from the African Queen movie with Humphrey Bogart (Oscar Best Actor) and Katherine Hepburn from 1951.
Written 6 August 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
dixielucy13
1 contribution
Jul 2023 • Family
My niece & I were the only ones aboard & the personalized experience was great! Captain Eddie was very knowledgeable, attentive & a delightful conversationalist! If you’re interested in movie history or just looking for a nice, lazy break, I highly recommend!
Written 25 July 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Ellieboli
Fort Myers, FL18 contributions
Jul 2023 • Family
Amazing that you can actually cruise on the original African Queen! A fun way to spend a couple of hours. Our captain Dave was friendly & informative ! He made the sail even better!
Written 20 July 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Mary Carol H
Omaha, NE7 contributions
Do they accept credit cards or is it cash only?
Bob H
North Wildwood, NJ73 contributions
You can reserve online and pay with a credit card.
Mary Carol H
Omaha, NE
Is it possible to book through tripadvisor? Or do we have to book through their website? Thank you.
Bill
Wellsboro, PA34 contributions
I don’t know very easy to use his website.
havefunaway
Crescent Springs, KY274 contributions
wow on your review. putting this on our list for our upcoming trip, ....where was your condo and do you have other reviews from you week?
SJRCPA
Myersville, MD29 contributions
In Key Largo we stayed at Coconut Palm Inn - not a condo.
fluffy03062
Weeki Wachee, FL
Does it take you away from all the homes and businesses businesses
Pegasus44
Colorado Springs, CO354 contributions
You go through the canal to get through to the open ocean. Then yes your away for just a but
I keep getting an error message when I click the link above. Is there a new website?
LakeLady4700
Valparaiso, IN37 contributions
I'm sorry, I don't know why the site might be down.
apopps
Devon, UK210 contributions
Hello All,
We are hoping to book a trip on the African Queen soon. When I looked at the website- it came back as 'not secure' in the web browser. Has anyone had any issues? Or is it safe to book online?
Thanks in advance
Iris B
6 contributions
Booked online, no problem, we had captain Dave, very knowledgeable and also a sailor. Enjoy 😄
Michelle H
Key West, FL6 contributions
Are little pups allowed on the cruise? We will be staying in Key Largo over Thanksgiving wkend….we are HUGE fans of Bogie & Bacall & would love to take this cruise but will have our well behaved, friendly 4 lb Yorkie with us!
scott
Concan, TX15 contributions
yes everyone is welcome even your fur family members!!!
Kelli C
7 contributions
I'm wanting to take my wife on the dinner cruise for our anniversary in September, 2017. The website stops in the month of June I believe. So does this mean they are not open during this time? - Thanks in advance, Kelli Croft
Patrick O
Key Largo, FL49 contributions
The rest of the year was added to the website so you can book online or call f
directly.
Is this your Tripadvisor listing?
Own or manage this property? Claim your listing for free to respond to reviews, update your profile and much more.
Claim your listingAfrican Queen Canal Cruise (Key Largo) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (with Photos) - Tripadvisor
Frequently Asked Questions about African Queen Canal Cruise
- African Queen Canal Cruise is open:
- Mon - Mon 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Tue - Sun 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- We recommend booking African Queen Canal Cruise tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 1 African Queen Canal Cruise tours on Tripadvisor
- Hotels near African Queen Canal Cruise:
- (0.21 km) Seafarer Resort and Beach
- (0.24 km) Bay Harbor Lodge
- (0.26 km) Kona Kai Resort
- (0.23 km) Rock Reef Resort
- (0.15 km) Tranquility Luxury Villa in Key Largo with Resort Privileges
- Restaurants near African Queen Canal Cruise:
- (0.20 km) Sal's Ballyhoo's Historic Seafood Grille
- (0.11 km) Denny's
- (0.52 km) Italian Food Company
- (0.41 km) Sol By The Sea
- (0.49 km) La Marea