I've always wanted to go to Tobermory to see the Grotto. I thought that would have been my…read morehighlight, and although it was gorgeous, my highlight was actually the Blue Heron Flowerpot Island Cruise. We bought our tickets online very easily. I had a couple of questions as we were bringing a dog, and since our trip was fairly short and I had never been there I had some questions getting around. The staff were really helpful when I emailed them. When we arrived in Tobermory it was easy to pick up our tickets. The staff told us about the various free lots we could use throughout Tobermory with our parking pass. We parked in the main lot near the ticket centre and used their free shuttle to get down to the dock. It wasn't too far away so you could easily walk as well. The cruise was spacious and had indoor and outdoor space. They spent a lot of time around the sunken ships which you could see from the glass bottom inside the boat, or standing outside. Then you're dropped off at Flowerpot Island. The island is absolutely gorgeous. There are lots of places to swim, hike, and enjoy nature. There is a little snack shop that sells chips and pop, but most people bring their own food and picnic. They give you about 4 hours on the Island which is the perfect amount of time to enjoy your day. You don't feel rushed, and you're also not dying to get off the island. If and when I get back to Tobermory, this trip will be at the top of my list.

Blue Heron is one of the two cruise companies in Tobermory that will take you to Flower Pot Island…read more Chose this one because it was ever so slightly cheaper than the other company and the times matched things we were planning to do. They have several options for boats - glass bottom, jet boat. Each has it's own schedules and pros and cons. There is also one boat that just does a boat tour - basically you don't get off on the island for this one, they just take you to see things and you stay on the boat - great for those who are unable to hike long distances but still want to see everything. Service: The people at the office were great - answered all our questions, kind and courteous. At the dock, people were also fantastic. Very clear instructions and safety content. Guides on the boats were informative, engaging and fun to listen to. Boats: We tried the glass-bottom boat on the way there which was great. They go over the shipwrecks and you can see them really clearly through the glass bottom. That ride was about 40-45 mins. Don't worry about fighting for a seat near the glass bottom - everyone just gets up and hovers around it anyway so hogging seats is pointless. Arguably, its better to explore the front of the boat or go to the top and then come to the glass bottom during the shipwreck portions. On the way back, we took the jet boat - super fast only 20 mins. I have a major tendency to get motion sickness but both these boats were travelling fast enough that I had no problems. Schedule: The boats come and go from the island and Tobermory fairly often. ProTip: You CAN hop onto an earlier return boat (doesn't even have to be the same boat you paid for) IF they have space. My group ended up finishing exploring the island an hour early before our scheduled departure - the Blue Heron employee told us we could join the standby line for the earlier boats - if there was space, they'd take us. There ended up being space and off we went - saving 1 hour of our time to explore other things in Tobermory. Parking: They provide free parking if you book with them. They have a main lot and a secondary one. We were early enough that we got into the main lot by their offices. Price: Since there are only 2 companies, it is pretty price-y. We paid over $50 per person for a round-trip. It would be nice if they came up with a family package or something since I could see it getting pretty expensive for larger families.

Sailing to the Flowerpot Island is a must when visiting Tobermory. We chose the Flowerpot Island…read moreDrop Off Tour with Bruce Anchor. This is such an amazing tour that combines all of the Bruce's beauty in one trip. The mesmerizing history, lighthouse, rock formations, turquoise waters, all of which make the tour worth it from beginning to end. Your tour starts at the Big Tub Harbour. You will sail pass the Big Tub Lighthouse, Canadian Coast Guard, and stop by the famous "Sweepstakes" Shipwreck. They maneuver the boat around the sunken ship so you can see the wreck from every angle. There is plenty of time to take photos. I wouldn't recommend crowding at the "see through" glass bottoms, as you can see it even more clearly on the 2nd floor. As you leave the harbour, they accelerate towards Flowerpot Island. They sail around the island for a full circle so you can observe the flowerpots, the lighthouse, and the breathtaking turquoise waters before dropping you off. Here is where I recommend the early bird tickets. Since there is no one at the island yet, you get to take photos that are undisturbed by the inevitable crowds later in the day. Not to mention you get 25% discount from the early bird. Throughout the trip, Bruce Anchor's staffs were friendly and helpful. Plenty of instructions (via text/email) were given for the parking and meeting place. The tour guide was engaging and knowledgeable as he provided commentary throughout. I was highly impressed by their employees. My experience reflects the Bruce Anchor's "cruises", not the "motel".

For the cruises, Bruce Anchor has a variety of tickets available. Early bird and scenic stay-aboard…read moretour tickets are 25% off. There are also drop-off tours with flexible return times. Prices are different during peak and off season and for adults (18-64), seniors (65+), and youth (4-17). Kids (0-3) are free but require a ticket. There's the option to purchase a national park pass on the same webpage. We received frequent updates via text message in regards to our booking. If tickets were purchased online, they can be picked up the night prior to departure or the morning of departure. There was a hiccup in our original departure time. High winds had our departure cancelled. We were given the option to reschedule to a later sailing on the same day or another date, or cancel and receive a full refund. We chose a later sailing the same day and went to pickup our tickets at 10 Haybay Road and then park our car at 22 Legion Street, where a shuttle would take us to their alternate dock. The cruise started by going further into the bay to see two shipwrecks. The shipwrecks were visible by looking overboard or at the glass-bottom panels on the lower deck. Staff provided us with a lot of information about the shipwrecks and the surrounding area on the way to Flowerpot Island. Just a note that sitting on the upper deck, where it's open, can get chilly.

The competition may have better speaker's and sound equipment. Most of what was said no one heard,…read morethis included the safety instructions for life jackets etc! The only glass on the boat is in the back/ middle. SO, if that is what you wanted only a few can actually look down into the glass. You can see just fine looking over the sides.

Amazing people and beautiful location!!! We spent a wonderful day at Bruce Peninsula and throughly…read moreenjoyed our time.

this is an exciting ATV tour only 5 min away from the Scenic caves. Booking and confirming our ATV…read moreadventure was fast and easy. Kevin leads the tour on the ATV's. Kevin is the best possible instructor you could have if you are a beginner. Kevin caters to the experienced as well as the beginner driver. The ATV's are new with powerful 500cc engines. You have to experience this adventure to appreciate it ..... a five star adventure on ATV's

very great people who run and organize the tours. Lots of land and many trails. The only thing is…read morethat there is no open space to run the ATVs, just a lot of windy trails. Overall, I would still 100% recommend this spot and super reasonably priced.

Mark was an awesome adventure guide! Fun info on the hummer and surrounding areas. Reccomend adding…read morethe hike. Beautiful views! Crazy fun for everyone, Grandma and Grandpa too! My heart is still racing. Thanks, Mark, for the amazing memories!!!

From the owner: Xtreme Adventures offers up some of the most exciting, adrenaline packed adventures in the…read moreCollingwood / Blue Mountain area. This includes Off Road HUMMER Tours, Hummer Snowshoe Adventures, Boat Tours, Jet Ski / Waverunner / Seadoo Rentals, Wakeboarding, Waterskiing, Tubing and Wakesurfing. Professional Instruction and training included.

Absolutely amazing park, by far the most beautiful place in Ontario. We stayed at Lake George…read morecampground and did 3 hikes incl. the famous "Crack" and then rented a canoe for a day and went all the way to OSA lake and back. If you want to visit the park, plan far in advance, especially for summer months. Most sites are booked 6 months in advance. Bring sturdy hiking boots, especially for the "Crack" hike, there is a lot of climbing and jumping from rock to rock. Also, bring your own firewood, the one they sell in the park is wet and rotten, cut from the fallen trees. The only place you can buy dry firewood nearby is Killarney outfitters but it costs a ridiculous $16+tax for the bag of firewood that will last you for 2-3 hours.

Beautiful grounds and a slice of Canadiana about 4 hours north of the city (expect shoddy wifi)…read more Stayed two night on the campgrounds steps from the lake where you can star faze in the evening after a late night dinner on the BBQ. You also have several options for hiking, we went to Granite Ridge across the highway where yoynare rewarded with splendid views of landscapes and vista's of Georgian Bay. Definately a great option away for the city, but don't forget to reserve your spot early! -Zuk

Its a good tour, but overpriced…read more The two hour excursion from Southhampton on a little boat to Cantry Island explores the history of the lighthouse and the island itself. Run by really nice retirees with lots of knowledge, its $30 a person, but I cannot justify why this was so expensive. Once off the boat, you get to go up the 105 stairs to the top of the lighthouse. The view isn't anything spectacular. Below is also the keepers house. In a restored state back to how it looked in the 1900s , nothing in there is orginal and either replicas or something of the time. It was interesting to be reminded of how times used to be. The island is also home to a bird sanctuary. The nest there and also killed off many trees with their poop. We were not allowed to disturb them. Then we hopped back on the boat to the other side. It wasn't much, and wish the cost was lower so I could recommend it to others.