Goderich Boat Cruises.
Public scenic cruises, private charters, and a Goderich–Bayfield ferry on Lake Huron aboard a 45-foot sport yacht
The brief.
Goderich Boat Cruises is an owner-operated Lake Huron cruise business running out of 270 Harbour Street in Goderich, Ontario. The fleet is a single 45-foot Wellcraft Portofino sport yacht with twin diesel engines, captained by Mike — a Master 60 Ton Ltd license holder since 2010. The lineup covers three scheduled public cruises along Goderich Harbour and the Cove Road Boardwalk shoreline, private charters for up to 12 passengers seven days a week, and a Saturday-only Goderich–Bayfield ferry service launching Summer 2026 with a five-hour layover at the destination town. Public cruises run Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and holiday long weekends; bookings are handled by phone or text rather than online.
6. ways in.
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Seanic Harbour Cruise
For: All ages — public scenic cruiseWhen: Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays & holiday long weekends; advance booking requiredA half-hour cruise around Goderich Harbour and out along the Lake Huron shoreline, passing the Compass Minerals salt mine — described on the operator's site as the world's largest underground salt mine, 1,800 feet beneath Lake Huron and operating since 1959. Alcohol is prohibited onboard. Bow rides are available for $10 per person with a required life jacket.
$30 per person. Group rates: 1–2 people $150; 1–6 people $250
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Goderich Waterfront Shoreline Cruise
For: All ages — public scenic cruiseWhen: Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays & holiday long weekends; advance booking requiredAbout a one-hour cruise along the 1.5-kilometre Cove Road Boardwalk shoreline, past Goderich's parks, lighthouse, and cliffside views. Cruises are non-refundable; credits or rainchecks are issued if a sailing is cancelled. Alcohol is prohibited onboard, and a minimum ticket count applies per departure.
$45 per person. Group rates: 1–4 people $250; 1–6 people $375
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Spectacular & Beautiful Lake Huron Sunset Cruise
For: All ages — public scenic cruiseWhen: Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays & holiday long weekends; departs 30 minutes before sunset (typically after 9:00pm in summer, around 7:00pm in late summer)A slightly-over-one-hour cruise along the west-facing Lake Huron shoreline, framed on the operator's site as a "National Geographic-ranked" sunset, with views across approximately 300 kilometres of Ontario coastline. Alcohol is prohibited onboard. The route can also be booked as a private sunset charter at the published group rate.
$65 per person. Private option: minimum $450 for up to 6 passengers, $55 per additional passenger up to 12
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Goderich–Bayfield Ferry Service
For: All ages — public ferry passengersWhen: Saturdays only, launching Summer 2026. Departure 10:00am, arrival 11:30am; return 5:00pm, arrival 6:30pm. Starting town alternates each Saturday — confirm with staff.A 1.5-hour Lake Huron ferry crossing between Goderich and Bayfield, with a five-hour layover at the destination town for exploring shops, restaurants, and local attractions. If unsafe conditions hold a departure, the Captain may delay up to an hour; refunds or shuttle/taxi service apply if the return journey cannot be completed.
Roundtrip $125 / person. Early Bird (before April 1st, first 50 passengers): Adults $110, Seniors & Children 12 and under $105. One-way $75 / person.
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Family Friendly Private Charter
For: Private groups up to 12 passengers — family, friends, colleaguesWhen: Seven days a week by appointmentA private charter aboard the 45-foot sport yacht, with access to the cabin, swimming off the back of the boat, and a portable BBQ included. The vessel carries marine fridges, microwave, and a full galley. A 25% non-refundable deposit via Interac e-transfer secures the booking; credit is issued if a cruise cannot proceed due to unforeseen circumstances.
$350 per hour for up to 6 passengers; $60 per additional passenger up to 12. Two-hour minimum booking.
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VIP Private Charter
For: Private groups up to 12 passengers; permits alcohol onboardWhen: Seven days a week by appointmentA licensed-alcohol private charter with access to the top deck (bow of the boat) and crew attendant service, with drink and platter stations available on request. Optional add-ons (at additional charge) include boat decoration, Zodiac beach service, an inflatable party island, and kids' jet skis. Two-hour minimum booking.
Contact for details — additional surcharge over the Family Friendly Charter rate
Worth knowing.
- 0145-foot Wellcraft Portofino sport yacht with twin diesel enginesSource ↗
- 02Operated by Captain Mike, Master 60 Ton Ltd license holder since 2010Source ↗
- 03Vessel equipped with marine fridges, microwave, full galley, and portable barbecueSource ↗
- 0412-passenger maximum capacity, with occasional exceptions for larger groupsSource ↗
- 05Public scenic cruises run Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and holiday long weekends onlySource ↗
- 06Cruises pass the Compass Minerals salt mine — described on the operator's site as the world's largest underground salt mine, 1,800 feet beneath Lake Huron, operating since 1959Source ↗
- 07Goderich–Bayfield ferry launching Summer 2026; Saturday-only schedule with five-hour layover at destinationSource ↗
- 08Alcohol prohibited on public scenic cruises; permitted on VIP private chartersSource ↗
- 0925% non-refundable Interac e-transfer deposit secures private charter bookings; cancellations 5+ days out receive season-end creditSource ↗
Get in
touch.
- Website
- www.goderichcruises.com
- Phone
- 647-881-7500
- Address
- 270 Harbour St, Goderich, ON N7A 4J8