We went on City Cruises as part of our city pass. We made a reservation the day before for the 6:30pm boat ride. The check in process was easy. We arrived around 6:15 and all the spots on the top of the boat were taken so we sat inside. When the cruise starts you can move around the boat which was nice. Our tour guide was friendly. She only spoke for about 20 min of a 60 min ride though. I thought for sure I would learn more about the city. That was a bit disappointing. There are drinks and snacks for sale on the boat and a restroom available. Overall the boat ride was relaxing but I most likely wouldn't do it again. read more

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Took this tour as part of CityPass and it was one of the must do as a tourist if you are visiting in summer. Went there during July and it was great respite from the heat. They take you by the Toronto islands. The narration covers the different land marks and you get to see the skyline from the water. It was relaxing. read more

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After a quick bite we made our way down the River to our next City Pass excursions, which was a lake cruise around the Toronto Islands. The weather certainly wasn't ideal, but with limited time we had to enjoy the experiences while we had time. The boat was 2 floors, the first floor being entirely inside, the top deck had a covered portion and an open portion. We opted for the top deck for some fresh air. They did offer snacks and drinks for sale on the lower portion, though we didn't even check the rates since we had just had a small lunch. The actual boat ride was around an hour, going out into the lake and around the islands by the small Toronto private airport. Throughout the cruise the trip was narrated, with facts about the city, pointing things out as we pass through the islands and answering questions from passengers. It was definitely an enjoyable trip, nice to sit and relax for a bit and enjoy the fresh air. Seeing the city from the top of the CN Tower was a unique view, but also nice to see the city from the water and the unique shapes that make up the skyline. If you have the time, I'd absolutely recommend this checking this out, especially if you have the city pass, since it's included read more

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Was given the Odyssey city cruise dinner as a birthday gift. Nice idea. Dinner and a cruise around the harbour. We were seated right away in probably the coldest area of the boat. It was freezing. Brought water and drinks by the sweetest waitress ever. Ordered the veggie platter appetizer which we wanted with our wine. Wasn't coming so I asked the waitress to make sure our ordered salads did not come before we finished our apps. Oh, no problem. We look up a minute later and another waiter is standing there with our mains! Oh hell no. He apologized then our appy finally came. Under cooked samosas, overcooked falafel, and the smallest spring rolls I've ever seen. Then my measly little garden salad came. My husbands Caesar looked a bit better. I had ordered the salmon which was a small piece of overcooked fish on top of 2 undercooked green beans, one raw carrot and 2 pieces of potato. With some kind of watery white sauce on top. My husband had the short ribs. He seemed to enjoy it. I was starving. By this time I'm pissed. I know this was not cheap. My husband ordered a 2nd glass of wine and the waitress said no problem and took his glass WHICH STILL HAD WINE IN IT! Jeez. Fruit salad with whipped cream came with no whipped cream. Told her to put the damn whipped cream on it. That was a mistake. That was so not whipped cream. Whipped something but not edible. Now the 'cruise' part of the trip was just the boat going in a circle. Over and over we saw the same skyline. I'm tempted to stand at the boat on a daily basis warning our lovely tourists away from this overpriced experience. So angry. Never again. read more

I celebrated my anniversary on the Odyssey cruise. Booking was good and we upgraded to a window seat. Honestly, I don't think a window seat is worth it. You have the freedom to get up and roam around the entire time, so you can go out on the deck and get a better view of everything. Our server was very nice and explained the entire process and menu to us. I ordered the chicken dish and my partner upgraded to the steak. The chicken was OK but the flavours were off, and the rice was bland and hard. Wouldn't recommend. My partner enjoyed his steak though! After dinner, they open up the dance floor and there's a live DJ on the boat. With your experience, you get complimentary coffee and tea. My partner and I enjoyed this experience but near the end of it, we just wanted to go back to shore. We found the boat ride to be way too long and the boat just goes in big circles around harbour. Overall, it's a nice experience, but a one time thing. I would like to try the brunch cruise some day though. read more

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Lawrie from Scotland is an amazing tour guide. He guided us around the harbor this morning. He was extremely knowledgeable of Canada and the buildings surrounding the harbor. He also offered his photography skills to everyone on the boat as well as his comedy. Thanks city cruises! It was a lovely morning tour. read more

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I arrived and there were no seats up top. I asked to move tickets to another time and was told that was not possible. I had to sit downstairs in the extreme heat. I couldn't see anything and nearly had a heat stroke. Terrible experience. If you are wondering if the one star reviews are real, risk it, and you'll find out!! read more

Get a tour guide who speaks English clearly. I brought friends whose first language is Spanish. They could not understand a word and, to be honest, I had a lot of difficulty. The speaker has such a heavy accent that she is almost incomprehensible The views were nice though read more

One word of warning if you book a 5pm cruise on a weekday please make sure to allot plenty of time. We took a Uber and was stuck in bumper to bumper traffic for blocks. Please also give yourself some time to find the dock. The actual tour was relaxing - the host was friendly and knowledgeable. We were able to get some nice photos in front of the CN tower and saw some planes take off too. The boat itself was definitely on the older side but the bathroom was decently clean. Got the cruise tickets as part of the Toronto pass so was a good deal. read more

This cruise sucks. Takes 30 min for a damn salad to arrive. Waitress doesnt pay attention. Empty glasses of water for an hr. Bring your money somewhere else read more

We had a dinner cruise on the Odyssey on a beautiful hot evening, a birthday gift from our kids because of course this thing is a bit touristy for locals. Staff was very pleasant, ship was nice and clean. It may as well have been January as the air conditioning was blasted so high it was uncomfortable being indoors. I asked the staff to turn down the A/C which they did temporarily, only to be freezing again 30 mins later. We were about the first to order our meal and about the last to get our entrees. Can't figure that out. Our appetizer was a watermelon and feta salad which would have been nice had there been more than a quarter teaspoon of feta on it. Very disappointing. We both ordered the salmon filet which was so overcooked it may as well have come out of a can. If you're a tourist, you may have enjoyed the great city views, or your view of our city/country might be diminished by a mediocre meal at an outrageous price. Some US tourists sitting beside us went outside to capture a few photos and had their half eaten dinners removed from their table while they were gone. I tried to make a complaint on their behalf only to get an "oh well, sorry" attitude with no replacement forthcoming. I would not personally recommend it. Save yourself $300 and have a nice dinner elsewhere. Maybe take a round trip water taxi to the islands for $25 to get nice city views. read more

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amazing service, beautiful view and great commentary! would recommend if in the area especially at night.

This review is for the Oriole, one of Mariposa's ships. The Mariposa fleet may be great fleet overall, but the Oriole is bringing up the poop rear. Touring the bay is an absolute must for anyone visiting Toronto. We saw the city from a completely different perspective, airplanes from the local airport flew over our heads, and any boat tour is a peaceful relaxing way to see the sights. For most of our short cruise on the Oriole, they played an audio recording of fake, tortured banter between 2 people that sometimes tried to talk about the bay, but it was just a nuisance and distraction. Also there were very few chairs on the Oriole. The brochure says they can fit 60 or 80, but that's VERY hard to imagine. We will take a Mariposa cruise any day. Just not on the Oriole. read more

City Cruises - Almost no seats with a view on the Oriole. We were walking all day. - Boat Charters Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Just an update: I was contacted by Mariposa staff and they were understanding and apologetic, even refunding the cost of my tickets due to the mix up with their website dates and cruise dates. I appreciate the care for the customer experience and give them props for making it right. I would give them another shot next time I am in Toronto. read more

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Review of the Sunday Brunch Cruise The view and the experience of being on the water is wonderful but if you are considering a brunch cruise, I would reconsider it and go for brunch at one of the many wonderful culinary establishments in Toronto. For fifty dollars per head, I expect more than what I had experienced. If they offered less but it tasted better. I would have been so much happier! Whether you are a foodie or not, the brunch on this boat seems like such an after thought. Yet on their website it presents you with such a succulent and bountiful experience. In addition, to all of that, they make you wait for an extended period of time before you can head over to the controlled buffet section. They call out table numbers over a muffled PA system. Our section, waited and waited, until our section of tables got so frustrated by the other tables that were already going seconds, that we just headed for the food. Be wary, if you try and help yourself to some of the food that has an attendant standing in front of it, they will take the ladle from you and portion the amount out. I and the person ahead thought we had done something terribly wrong by the facial reaction on the woman's face. The bacon and sausage were overcooked. The potatoes had an aftertaste, I wish I could describe. Food overall tasted dry but not stale. A small selection of meats, cheeses, diced fruits and breads. For those wanting salad, you have a choice between a bean salad and a plain mixed green salad. It looked like they just deposited a pre-made container from your grocery store into a bowl with no extra effort to put fresh vegetables. We found a tomato - one small slice and a slice of cucumber. It was like an Easter egg hunt, I tell you. I have had better salad at McDonald's. In addition,they offered a pasta dish with barely any sauce. Such an odd option considering the rest of their menu. It was awful. When I am enjoying brunch I would like to enjoy it with a cup of coffee. I really don't know what the reasoning is behind serving coffee when brunch is almost finished. It was thoroughly disappointing. So bring a coffee with you and explain why. I had not really had one. Saving myself for brunch - giant mistake. Customer service can change my mind about almost anything. The cruise started off well with a pleasant check in lady and the welcome aboard. However, our server, rarely came to our table so when we did have questions it was difficult. There were quite a few employees around but everyone seemed to be running around doing things and looking, well, not friendly. I was really happy when a staff person just smiled randomly. That goes a long way. They represent Canada to the tourists from Canada and beyond. I felt they may think this our best and it really is not. I have been on a multitude of boat cruises for dinner, a general cruise or for parties. This was a definite surprise from my previous experience. read more

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My husband and I bought tickets for 2.00 pm boat cruise. As the boat started, it began to rain but it wasn't so heavy so we enjoyed the view. The cruise is for 45 minutes which takes you around the CN Tower, Center Island and other parts no Toronto (very scenic) You can see take offs and landing of Porter Airlines from Billy Bishop airport. There are snacks and drinks on the boat, if anyone desires to purchase. I bought a beer which was for $9 for the small can. I had a 2 for 1 coupon so we paid $ 25 for 2 people.Its a great value for the deal and a unique activity to do. There are different boats where people rent out for weddings celebration or for festivals. Its nice to see people enjoying their summer with friends and families. read more

I must admit I haven't done many cruise rides but the Mariposa Dinner Cruise around Toronto Harbour overlooking the TO skyline was simply amazing. The 3Hr ride was over before we could say 'MariposaDinnerCruise'. The ride was on Captain Mathew Flinders with 94 passengers on board, incl crew. Mostly couples, with 2 decks separating the crowds and no live music, much as we loved it, the sailing was smooth and mesmerizing. The beautiful weather was briefly aided with a thunderstorm and rain, and it only made the scenery lively. The food was tasty and best part was the appetizers ordered in advance- Bruschetta- was finger licking good, and was over before we could lick all 5 of our fingers. Bar menu and choices was something that could have been better. But may be next time. read more

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I've been on several Mariposa Cruises in recent years, most notably the 144 ft. Captain Matthew Flinders boat. I've attended the cruises for parties, wedding receptions, and other special events. On all these occasions I've had memorable experiences. The Ship has always been in good condition and the staff is always very helpful and polite. To my surprise, the Flinder's boat had a huge area on the lower level of the ship which housed an entire wedding reception dinner. The buffet was housed in another room, but it was all elegantly set up and done so in a professional manner. The boat is licensed by the LLBO and the bars on the ship are well equipped. With prior notice they can arrange for a DJ to accompany their sound system and dance floor. Speaking of DJ's, this boat is also home to insane house parties, or boat parties rather that rock house music. Typically there are different DJ's spinning on the upper deck and inside. The cruises are via Bound by Sound & Beats Ahoy, typically on Sundays from noon to 5pm and are mad fun squared. I am actually hitting the Canada Day July1st 09' cruise, should be madness with Green Velvet (who tore it last yr), Max Graham and my favourite Roaches just to name a few. Whether it's a fundraiser or a wild party that bring you to the Flinder's vessel, you're looking to have a good time if you set sail on this boat. http://www.mariposacruises.com/our-fleet-flinders.php read more

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I was on the Mariposa "Showboat" yesterday (Sept 7/14). I use a pseudonym for my Yelp name. I can assure you that this IS the correct boat & I DID pay $90.00/ticket & the drinks WERE $7.00 & $8.00/drink. I was part of the dance cruise that sailed from 1:00-4:00 pm. read more

City Cruises - Boat Charters Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

We recently went on a Friday night dinner cruise on the Mariposa Northern Spirit and had a lovely evening. The sunset and views of the city from the water were spectacular! It was nice having a private table for two and our server, Sabrina, was extremely pleasant and helpful. The food was above-average for a buffet (salmon, chicken, roast beef along with some tasty salads and standard veggies.) Dessert featured a chocolate fountain with fresh fruit along with various cakes and cookies. The DJ's music selections left a bit to be desired given the average age of the crowd was over 40 but that didn't dampen the enjoyment too much. And, since there wasn't a Mariposa kiosk at the dockside, figuring out how to check in was a bit confusing - apparently you just get in line and a guy with a clipboard and attendance list checks you off before you head up the ramp! I would highly recommend this excursion for anyone visiting Toronto who would like a memorable dinner experience. read more

City Cruises - Toronto skyline at sunset. - Boat Charters Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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A group of girlfriends and I went for a brunch cruise this past weekend. I have been on Mariposa Cruises before, so I knew what to expect: a good view of the Toronto Harbourfront and mediocre food, at best. Since we are mid-way through fall, as we got onto the boat, the first thing I noticed was just how chilly it was. The boat had two space heaters, but it was not nearly enough. We kept our jackets on for the entire ride. The first half of the brunch was slightly disappointing. They had cold pastries, yogurt, cereal, cottage cheese, and fruit. They also had a station for coffee and tea. But the milk was frozen (no lie) and so everyone has to use cream. Which was fine by me, but kind of funny for those who needed milk. The second half of the brunch has all the essentials: bacon, sausage, roast beef and ham, roasted potatoes, scrambled eggs and more. It was actually pretty good, but again: some of the food was cold. Don't know if it's because they pre-cook the food and load it on board for the cruise, or what. Since there were only 20 people total on the ship, we were able to go up multiple times, so that was great. Lots of bacon! What I will say is that although it was cold outside, we got some really great views of the Toronto Harbourfront including the Toronto Islands, down around near Ontario Place and close to Porter Airlines. It was a great way for all of us to really catch up with one another. The only thing I will add is that the service on the boat is kind of non-existent and I think if you want drinks, you need to get them yourself. Which is totally fine. But be aware! read more

I attended for a Christmas party in December 2017. We paid around $50 per person for a Toronto cruise (indoor because of winter). Overall, for the price, it could have been better. We were served appetizers which were quite scarce. There was poutine served in addition to the appetizers. The fries were hard and extremely salty. My friend and I did not finish our food. The DJ was playing good songs and taking requests which was good. Overall, its a pass for me for future cruises. Not worth the money. read more

this was a good experience, I've cruised before in the Toronto harbor before but not with this cruise line, took part in a anniversary lunch and cruise which was a very nice way to spend a Saturday. we arrived with minutes to spare on as the cruise was scheduled to leave at 12:15 and we arrived on the boat at 12:10. right off the bat, both floors were packed with people and not a single open seat or table was available, the cruise was convinced that people were going to cancel, but the cruise was sold out, and everyone who bought tickets decided to show up, because of this we were delayed in getting off the dock, because the staff had to grab extra tables and chairs from another mariposa boat, I had to laugh at this, but it was good that the business got this situation under control and in fast fashion. the boat it self was very bright and very roomy even with all the people on board and sailed the harbor without a problem or any shred of turbulence. the weather could have been a bit nicer, but it was awesome to see the Toronto skyline under less then favorable conditions. for some of the best views in the city, I would highly recommend this cruise, its staff are also extremely accommodating and very quick to help. my main complaint was the food, I know we are out in the middle of the lake, and it was buffet style, but I think a bit of effort could have been made in the quality of the food and as well as the temp of the food. the drinks were great, the water station was also a plus not having to bother people with water every chance I could. the bathrooms were surprisingly good, just had to deal with a funky door on the way in and the way out, my other complaint would be that because of the weather no one wanted to open the windows and let fresh air in, and the air conditioning was not cranking very hard. definitely something everyone should experience at least once, tourist or someone who lives in the city. parking options are multiple private lots within the area(above and below ground) transit options are the 509 harbourfront and the 510 spadina (providing the 509/510 isn't short turning) I'm a fan for sure. read more

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Today I officiated my first wedding on a boat! What a treat it was to board the Mariposa Rosemary for a 3- hour wedding cruise through the Toronto Islands. Special thanks to Captain Rob, first mate, Kyle and service staff Reika and Loya for the cheerful welcome. Sara, the events coordinator, met us all at the boat to ensure everything was running smoothly and was very accommodating to the couple throughout the process. The buffet was plentiful and food was very good quality. The boat decor is very cute and comfortable... it's one of the smaller boats in the fleet and was the perfect size for an intimate ceremony and lunch reception. Washrooms were clean and easy to navigate. I'd highly recommend this experience for a unique and fun small celebration! read more

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I had been wanting to go on one of these boat cruises for a while and when I saw a Living Social deal for this place I got excited and bought 4 to take my fam. Once I called to make my reservation I was told that there was lots of room available if I wanted to pay full price but nothing if I wanted to use my voucher??? WHAAATTT! If you are having a deal through a site you should honor those vouchers just like the rest of your customers, wouldn't that make for returning customers if you actually treated them right? Needless to say I got my refund from Living Social right away and this place will never see me as a customer. read more

I saw a brunch cruise coupon available on Travelzoo and decided to purchase it for my family for a pleasant afternoon out on the lake. When I tried to make a reservation, the online booking system kept giving me an error, which I eventually had to resolve by calling in. The agent told me that she'd fix something in the system and to try again in 5 minutes. No issues there. When I had to change the reservation date because of a scheduling conflict, I was told that "sales were final" and that the reschedule couldn't be done. They were friendly about it, at least. Note about redeeming the coupon: there is a PIN number on the Travelzoo coupons that you will need in order to board. Though the website confirmation screens and email say you only need to bring the printed confirmation email, print the individual coupons as well. The cruise itself was well organized. All parties were assigned a table in advance so there was no mad rush to get good seats. Coffee at tea was available at all times during the cruise, and timely announcements were made about when we would be leaving the dock, where the washrooms were, and when the food would be served. Service was very friendly and attentive, and plates were cleared promptly. Cruise views were scenic, and made for a relaxing afternoon. The food was decent - there were a variety of cold salads, some hot breakfast selections, pastries and roast beef. Using a coupon, I received good value for what I paid. Recommended, though I wouldn't go at full price unless I was entertaining out-of-towners. read more

We went on a boat dinner cruise on showboat Friday August 1. We used a coupon off of groupon, otherwise it would have been quite pricey for us. However, taking into account the fact that the boat cruise itself is 3hours and its probably expensive for gas, the cruise itself isn't unreasonably expensive. We got to take some awesome pictures and the dinner was great. The mashed potatoes were a little overly buttered but I enjoyed it. They started with tables 1-6 and then the rest. The food was a buffet style where the first round everyone lined up and was served, and then after you could help yourself for seconds, thirds etc. The quinoa salad was delicious and the chicken was flavourful (a bit dry for those who may not enjoy white meat). The best part was the chocolate fondue they served for dessert along with a variety of cakes. YUM! . The showboat is smaller and it wasn't full so it was romantic and quieter. The songs they played I really enjoyed (mostly pop..some old classics like Michael Jackson etc.) The dinner is great because you get to see the skyline when its light out..and then sunset..and then dark.We took so many pictures of the CNtower and toronto side. We had a very memorable experience and my boyfriend really enjoyed it. I'd give it 9.5 and probably would go again next summer or so..i probably couldn't go often cus of its price. Overall the employees were very kind and polite. Very professional and they checked up on us to make sure everything was OK. The only advice is that, if you order drinks the employees have a hassle of finding people afterwards for the cheque. For us it was ok, but I think the employee had a hard time finding us cus we were upstairs in the corner of the boat most of the time taking pictures. It would be better for the employees if they could somehow automatically charge ahead or right after dinner..? read more

I had scheduled a cruise for my honeys birthday, definitely not the ship that was portrayed in the pictures. I booked well in advance and we got to travel on a very low class ship with three levels. We were seated on the lower level which was fine as long as we looked out one side. There was an entrance to the engine room which was our other view. Our table was very wobbly and my girlfriends chair may have been a rocker considering the foot was missing. It was buffet style food and we were offered first servings (all o the lower level). The food was half decent selection the problem is salad was room temp, hot meats were cold. The upper deck boasted their DJ which you couldn't hear from inside of the ship. I had to remind them to wish my husband a happy birthday which we were heading back into the dock. At the very end of the evening we were standing on the outer edge as we were pulling in, at this point a female deck hand directed passengers which divided myself and my guests. This is when the staff member was very rude and volatile with our guest. 3rd rate ship 4th rate staff Extremely disappointing - almost 90$ a person we deserved better! ohhhh and don't forget NO REFUNDS read more

I was looking for an memorable experience for my wife's birthday as it was her first birthday after we got married. After searching heavily I saw a deal on the Living social site for Mariposa Cruises and was debating to go ahead or not. I have to say it was money well spent. Ok coming to the actual Cruise, it included a 3 hour ride with diner package included. To break it down even further: Staff: was very friendly, happy and constantly checking if we need anything. Service: was great and fast Food: Now this was where I was scared as my wife only eats Halal meat. So I was hoping they have a vegetarian option. The menu was well thought out and covered a variety of items. If I can remember correct in the main course they had 3 types of salad, bunch of breads, 2 dips, Cheese & Spinach casserole , Chicken, Fish and Beef. The dessert has a Chocolate fondue, fruits, 3 types of cakes. Tea and Coffee were also included and we only had to pay for other drinks. Over all the food was good, warm and tasted nice. View: was amazing as we get to see the Toronto Skyline in sunlight, sundown and at night. The proper intervals in the food gave goo time to take photos and come back. The night view was the thing which made our trip worth it as it was very beautiful. Sailing: the Captain had the ship in control and there were no sudden turn or movement and we were smooth sailing. Over all I think it is a great trip for any occasion and worth every penny! So don't think twice and create your own memories. P.S - they awesome in communicating when the boat changed or the Subway not working on the day of the trip. read more

I was strolling through the Canada neighborhood when I saw a ad for a Lake Ontario cruise. I decided it would be fun and registered for a three person ride. It was for me, my daughter, and my grandson.In the cruise they play a educational tape that teaches cool and interesting things. Inside the main deck, that give you complimentary tea and coffee. Their crew were nice and respectful, and they cared about your safety. Inside the main deck, they had comfortable seats and nailed to the floor tables to put your stuff. We all enjoyed ourselves. read more

Just went yesterday for a prewedding ceremony! It was beautiful! The staff was alright the venue was decorated beautifully and the food was also delicious! There was plenty of room to dance and various activities that made the wedding super enjoyable. The boat did not move too quickly and felt like you were just chilling on land. Everything is there from open bar drinks to levels of different food. read more

Horrible food , the boat has NO A/C it was extremely hot and humid . The dessert was cookies and some fruit sticks and it wasn't enough for everyone even the food wasn't enough either . Seriously ? You paid so much for nothing . The only thing we like was the view at night that's all . Overall, please don't waste your money or time on this mediocre boat . read more

Friendly staff! Never did the staff stop working however there was always something forgotten about. They should put add more staff to this cruise. We cruised on the Oriole (disappointment) as it was very small and the seating was awful. Guest who seated 2 seemed to be squished in the corner of the boat where you couldn't see outside the window. The dinning area was very cold. Water took absolutely for ever but what made our dinner cruise not so enjoyable was the lack of adequate utensils. Perhaps it's for safety reason, however we had the option to have a slice of beef and we couldn't cut it with our butter knife! This boat doesn't have a kitchen for what we could see and left food to get cold very very fast! We had half of our plate and unfortunately wasted the rest. As for dessert, they seemed to give a great break between the main meal and dessert. (This is nice, we had the chance to digest) However once dessert became available they ran out of many options quickly and had no drinkable cream or milk as it had gone bad. Coffee and tea should have been available from the moment dinner was complete as once again it was freezing! Overall, I wouldn't pay to do this dinner cruise but the view.... You should see the city from this point of view at least once:) read more

First time having a foody experience aboard the Mariposa with our work department. Though the weather wasn't the greatest we made the best out of it. The hosts, dj, bartender, and capital were very helpful and personable. The food was very basic standards, however sometimes basic=simple=yum. We had their burgers (4/5) boneless bbq chicken breasts (5/5) it was soft, tender, and tasty!. Their corn was fresh, and steamed perfectly.....aside from that the place was relatively clean, and it was an enjoyable experience. read more

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Positives: We didn't sink! Negatives: Still waiting for our drinks... My boyfriend and I took the brunch cruise on the Captain Matthews to celebrate my birthday. To start, they had a photographer at the front taking a nice photo (only $30?!, my iPhone can take a better photo for free). Once on and inside we were seated in what was one of the strangest and tightest seating arrangements I've ever seen. So tight that one couple chose to take their food and drinks outside because they couldn't fit into their assigned seats... Once seated, our server came over after about 5 minutes and took our order. We ordered 2 cocktails and a bottle of wine for our meal. While waiting for our drinks, people began getting called up for the buffet. We waited almost an hour for our drinks! By that time people had already had a couple drinks, waited in line for the buffet, eaten, and wandered outside to take in the view. When our server did come to drop off our drinks, she opened the bottle of wine for the taste and approval. On the taste, the wine was lukewarm (it was a white), but we weren't waiting any longer for a drink. Once we approved the wine, I asked that she not pour it as she had just given us our cocktails. She ignored this and poured an entire glass full and then, even after my boyfriend said no, she poured his glass as well. I asked for a straw for my cocktail, they don't carry straws. I'm all for saving the turtles but even a cardboard straw would do. After we were served our drinks, we tried to check out the buffet. All we saw were powdered eggs, dry muffins, and greasy breakfast sausages. I'm not asked for Michelin stars here, but I've been on brunch cruises before and never seen anything like this. Finally, the amazing Toronto views were we promised? I don't know if it was the normal route, or maybe that we could only see through the little portholes while we were waiting for our drinks, but we had maybe 5 minutes of a great view and the rest we were so far out into the bay that all we could see were sailboats and some factories in the distance. Overall, a horrible experience. Would not recommend. read more

Very poor customer service on-board their ship. Bought drink packages prior to sailing and was told upon boarding that we would be "monitored" so we would not pass drinks to others. Was also accused by on-board staff upon check in that one of our guests took one of our drink package wrist bands without paying for it when it was Mariposa who made the error and only had 8 wrist bands for our party when 9 were paid for. Booking process was good. Ship was nice and clean. We will not be sailing with Mariposa again and will not recommend them to anyone. read more

I just want to Thank Mariposa Cruises for allowing me to have my daughters sweet 16 birthday party. The staff was more then I expected. They were HELPFUL, friendly just overall amazing. Each time I started to clean they advised me they would do it. When I was setting up they always asked how they could help. The quality in service they provide is by far the best I've experienced. I wish I could show my gratitude, but there is not enough words I could use to thank them. My daughter and her friends all want to go back and even the adults want to have a party on board with them. Thank again to all the staff and thAnks Brenda and Jennifer for helping me plan the best sweet 16 for my daughter. read more

City Cruises - Sweet Sixteen aboard the Klancy ll. Best event ever!!! - Boat Charters Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

On August 22nd we held our Company Summer Social Event. My initial contact was with Sophie Watson on Mariposa Cruises. She was great to work with and made the planning process easy. Our initial conversations were regarding the theme and our budget. Sophie was a pleasure to work with. She was excited about our Hawaiian theme and offered a lot of suggestions on how we could make the event great (decorations and dancers, etc). After we had signed the contact we worked with Lauren, one of the event coordinators at Mariposa. I cannot say enough about Lauren. She was helpful, always available to answer my endless questions. On the day of the event, both Sophie and Lauren were there to ensure everything was running smoothly. The food and service was great onboard. Everyone had an amazing time, it was the best social event we have put on and it could not have been possible without the great staff at Mariposa Cruises. We hope to use them in the future for future events and I would whole heartedly recommend them for anyone planning any sort of event. read more

City Cruises - Our Company Summer Social Event - Boat Charters Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

My parents really enjoyed themselves, they liked the food, the atmosphere and where they were seated. They did the lunch cruise and said they felt very refreshed and happy the rest of the day. Thank you for making my parents day Mariposa Cruises! Will book again! :) read more

My Mariposa "festive" (read: adorned with paper xmas decorations) dinner cruise last night reminded me of being at a distant cousin's wedding reception. Buffet style dinner for which tables were called by number. DJ playing a mix of festive xmas favourites and top 40 wedding pop. Drink service at the bar, no table service at all (not even for water). And a large group of rowdy revellers busting out work party quality dance moves on the floor. We enjoyed our cruise almost in spite of things rather than because of them. Negatives: - manager seemed frazzled and confused most of the time - our cruise left 20 minutes late (but arrived back exactly on time) - the dining room was FREEZING! - debit/credit machines fragged out just when everyone on board needed to settle bar tabs - there were lots of staff wandering around but no one at all seemed to be doing any actual serving - the boat itself, the Mariposa Belle, has seen much better days (carpets threadbare, generally a bit run down looking) Positives: - the view of the harbour and the downtown lights was lovely - so were the pretty red lights that decorated the boat - the food was fine (and who expects more than that on this sort of dinner cruise?) - the wine wasn't nearly as overpriced as I expected, considering that we were hostages to only one source of booze ($25-29 a bottle) We were seated on the upper level, which was MUCH nicer than the lower level (cramped, a bit muggy, and somehow reminiscent of the wood-panelled basements I spent so much time in during high school). The downside of being upstairs is that you're called later (much, much later) for food, but there was no shortage of that, so it worked out ok. I'd definitely recommend requesting the upper level when you book. read more