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    Colonial Belle

    3.4 (30 reviews)
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    Updated 2 months ago

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    Aarti R.

    I had an amazing experience aboard the Colonial Belle. Our tour guide was almost as amazing as the scenery and I loved being in the floor chamber as we traveled down the Erie Canal. We learned the history of the Belle and the history of the Canal. Our return on the boat was accompanied by a father-son musical duo that played relaxing tunes on our journey. My cruise was back in August. The colonial belle sails until October so there's some amazing opportunity to see the leaves change if you're sailing in autumn.

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    Sophie T.

    We did a murder mystery cruise as a birthday date night. Everyone was very nice and the route was gorgeous. The food was also pretty good. We were one of the few younger people there, so we did feel somewhat out of place. While we enjoyed the theatrics of the cast, the murder mystery didn't feel as immersive or fully planned out as it could have been. In all, it was a good experience but I'm not sure we'd do it again.

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    Jen K.

    We did the 90's cruise a few weeks ago and it was lots of fun. They serve food, did trivia and played 90s music the whole time. It was fun and I'd do it again. The drinks were supposed to be 90s themed, but weren't, so that was disappointing. It was a Cosmo and a Sex on the Beach. But they did have servers bring the drinks up to us, so it was good service. I had requested a vegetarian meal, but they didn't have it, so I had salad and 2 rolls because my friend gave me hers. It was a steep price, especially since I barely ate, and drinks weren't included. I would not do this in a non themed cruise. I think I'd have been crazy bored. But the breeze on the top was nice, and the sunset was pretty. I didn't understand why we went into the loch just to turn around... It was also annoying that you always needed to duck under bridges. We'd all be dancing, then need to duck, lol. The bathrooms are ok, but not great. The water comes from the lake so it's gross, but there's signs telling you. And I think the sink was clean, but it was discolored. They also were out of paper towels at the end. I probably could have said something, but we were literally almost done. I'd definitely do the 90s thing again. That was really fun. Or maybe some other sort of them like that.

    The Colonial Belle
    Christina M.

    The Captain and her crew did a fantastic job. Very informative and entertaining/touching stories narrated by the gracious owner/ Captain herself. (The boat was her fathers boat that she took over when he passed away to continue his dream and journey. ) Drinks/snacks are way over priced, but you do sort of expect to pay more when it comes to these types of things. You're not allowed to bring your own water aboard which I thought was odd, even if it's sealed (so leave them in the car). Great views, relaxing, fresh air.... Wonderful time! Highly recommend!

    Jeff A.

    A must do while visiting the region. We took an evening cruise in the canal to lock #32 then return. One recommendation I have is even in the summer to take a light jacket or hoody on the evening tour.

    My friend Deb and I getting tickets.

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    It was a gorgeous day, we had a pleasant and hard-working crew, and we enjoyed the cruise very much.

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    Erie Canal Boat Company

    Erie Canal Boat Company

    4.2
    (23 reviews)

    This place is THE BEST place to rent kayaks/canoes on the Erie Canal. It is perfectly located…read moreright by the chute entrance into the canal, making it so simple to rent and be in the water in seconds. The chute entrance into the canal is suited for anyone - but especially useful for elders or those with mobility issues. But the best part of Erie Canal Boat Company in Fairport is the owner Pete. He wants everyone to love boating and get the best experience possible. First he has and knows everything about the equipment and will get you perfectly situated for what you need to have an amazing time out on the water. What really shines is his personality though... Pete is a giver and is generous with his time, expertise and enthusiasm for paddling. He not only runs the shop, but helps get you in and out of the boat and safely in and out of the canal. He loves what he does and he loves helping you get out and enjoying the canal. His enthusiasm is contagious. He is simply THE BEST!!! We had the best time this morning and can't wait to spend many days this summer out on the water with Pete's help. Just be brave and go. It's the most wonderful feeling!

    We rented a tandem kayak from 5pm to 7pm (we finished up at about 6:20 because it started raining)…read more The water was not crowded at all; there were two boats that passed by us. The water was clean in some parts and not in others. There were a few large branches we had to avoid. We got a quick good lesson on kayaking before we went into the water; it was very helpful. Our kayaking journey was absolutely beautiful. We passed a whole lot of ducks. They really kept us entertained. We passed a cute park, went through some gorgeous neighborhoods. Overall, there were a lot of trees on the shore by the canal so it felt very serene. I would recommend kayaking here! :)

    Sam Patch Tour Boat

    Sam Patch Tour Boat

    4.4
    (48 reviews)

    The Sam Patch Tour Boat offers various tours of the Erie Canal. One is at night, others for…read morebirders, another for kids. I took the 90 minutes tour through Lock 32, which goes through it, tours a bit, and turns around. Light refreshments including beer and wine are available. The tour guides are well informed and the staff very friendly. It's a pleasant and educational trip. Adults pay $30, with lower fees for seniors, military and kids. Very much worthwhile.

    Pre-pandemic, I took my initial tour on a Sam Patch boat. It was very nice, but the leaves were not…read morein full fall color. Last October, when the Fall color was at its peak, I decided to take another canal tour. A lunch tour to lock 32. At the last minute a friend wanted to join me. I called the office, and they were able to accommodate us, but not able to get the lunch for her. We had a blast. We shared the Fairport Lunch, drank seltzer water and beer and shared the boat with a group on a surprise tour that ended on the canal tour. This trip was completely different from my previous one in the opposite direction. The experiences were different and the colors of the foliage enviable; gold, reds, oranges. The weather was perfect, partly cloudy, and then the sun broke and warmth came up and we had a sunny day Toward the end of the ride, the wind started to pick up. Along the way there were historical facts given by the crew. And we sang the famous "Low Bridge" song I was very happy, and my friend was also impressed with the trip. I highly recommend this tour.

    Canadice Lake Outfitters

    Canadice Lake Outfitters

    5.0
    (16 reviews)

    We had a great day renting kayaks from Canadice Lake Outfitters. I am a kayaker and sometimes rent…read morewhen I am with friends and don't want to haul my boat. When we got to the boat launch I was happy to see that they had the same boat that I had, in a newer model. Basically, this means that they don't rent you the very cheapest base model kayak, you'll be in a boat you may actually really enjoy and be comfortable in. When we called to reserve John, the owner, offered the option of a sit-on-top (open boat) which I declined. If you like those, they had very nice ones as well. This can be a good option for first timers because they are a little wider and less likely to tip. They also have Stand-up paddle boards and tandem kayaks for rent for the brave. The price was super reasonable for two hours, and there is a Group-on for a 4 hour rental at the two hour price. Next time I may bring a picnic and do the 4 hour option. Canadice Lake is an unbeatable kayak location, it's the water supply for Rochester, so there are no houses on the lake side and basically no motor boats. When you hit the water you'll find yourself able to enjoy quite reflection. This is truly a kayakers paradise and if you don't have kayaks this is the best place to rent. John was awesome, and super accommodating. He told us about upcoming events and was super easy going. I will absolutely be back here to rent again. Pro-tip- if you want to set up a super impressive date, you can take someone for a kayak rental, pack a picnic and have a nice quiet day.

    Had a great time at the lake. Very easy to reserve the kayaks. We were running late in the morning,…read moreand it wasn't a problem. They were very accommodating. If you're looking to kayak on a pristine lake when visiting the Finger Lakes, this is the place!

    Colonial Belle - boating - Updated July 2026

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