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Step aboard the 165‑foot Kajama for a two‑hour Tall Ship cruise through Toronto Harbour. Help hoist the sails, hear sea shanties and capture skyline views of the Toronto Islands and downtown.
Step aboard the 165‑foot Kajama for a two‑hour Tall Ship cruise through Toronto Harbour. Help hoist the sails, hear sea shanties and capture skyline views of the Toronto Islands and downtown.
The deck rocks gently as Toronto's skyline draws closer: glass towers cut the sky while gulls wheel above and the Toronto Islands bob like watchful islands in the harbour. Onboard the 165‑foot, three‑masted Kajama the city slips away and the lake takes charge — sails bellied, ropes singing, and a wooden gun that punctuates the afternoon with a single, old‑salt boom.
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Operated by Great Lakes Schooner Company · Toronto, Ontario
The deck rocks gently as Toronto's skyline draws closer: glass towers cut the sky while gulls wheel above and the Toronto Islands bob like watchful islands in the harbour. Onboard the 165‑foot, three‑masted Kajama the city slips away and the lake takes charge — sails bellied, ropes singing, and a wooden gun that punctuates the afternoon with a single, old‑salt boom.
The Kajama is a 1930s schooner preserved as a working tall ship; her lines and rigging reflect a century of maritime craft on the Great Lakes. Geologically, Lake Ontario is the last plunge of the Great Lakes chain, carved by retreating glaciers; the harbour you pass was reshaped by that same ice and now supports ferries, islands and a growing waterfront culture. Locals treat these waters as both recreation and history: weekend sailors, island picnickers and the annual tall‑ship festivals that keep sea shanties alive.
Practical details matter here. The experience is an unstructured two‑hour cruise that includes 30 minutes boarding time. You can help raise sails or sit at the bar; crew members explain the vessel’s history, point out landmarks and run a short demonstration that includes coiling lines and firing the ship’s cannon. Dress for wind and spray even on warm days, arrive early for preferred seating, and know the operator may cancel for weather or low bookings. The supplier often finalizes the seasonal schedule in late March, so flexible spring plans are wise.
Whether you’re after skyline photos, a family outing, or a taste of traditional sailing, the Kajama delivers a compact, accessible encounter with Toronto’s maritime side.
easy.
2 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires basic mobility for boarding stairs and moving on deck
Most cruises board at Toronto Harbourfront (near Queens Quay); the exact dock is listed on your ticket and in pre‑departure emails.
Yes — crew invite guests to assist with sail handling; participation is optional and supervised for safety.
The supplier lists wheelchair accessibility but contact them ahead for specific boarding assistance and to confirm current accessibility arrangements.
The operator may cancel for bad weather; full refunds are available if you cancel at least 24 hours before departure or if the cruise is canceled by the supplier.
Kajama is a preserved 1930s three‑masted schooner converted for passenger sailings; tall ships like her recall Lake Ontario’s working‑ship era.
Operators encourage no‑trace behavior around islands and limit onboard waste; staying on board and disposing of trash properly helps protect harbour habitats.
Great Lakes Schooner Company operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
The deck rocks gently as Toronto's skyline draws closer: glass towers cut the sky while gulls wheel above and the Toronto Islands bob like watchful islands in the harbour. Onboard the 165‑foot, three‑masted Kajama the city slips away and the lake takes charge — sails bellied, ropes singing, and a wooden gun that punctuates the afternoon with a single, old‑salt boom.
The deck rocks gently as Toronto's skyline draws closer: glass towers cut the sky while gulls wheel above and the Toronto Islands bob like watchful islands in the harbour. Onboard the 165‑foot, three‑masted Kajama the city slips away and the lake takes charge — sails bellied, ropes singing, and a wooden gun that punctuates the afternoon with a single, old‑salt boom.
The Kajama is a 1930s schooner preserved as a working tall ship; her lines and rigging reflect a century of maritime craft on the Great Lakes. Geologically, Lake Ontario is the last plunge of the Great Lakes chain, carved by retreating glaciers; the harbour you pass was reshaped by that same ice and now supports ferries, islands and a growing waterfront culture. Locals treat these waters as both recreation and history: weekend sailors, island picnickers and the annual tall‑ship festivals that keep sea shanties alive.
Practical details matter here. The experience is an unstructured two‑hour cruise that includes 30 minutes boarding time. You can help raise sails or sit at the bar; crew members explain the vessel’s history, point out landmarks and run a short demonstration that includes coiling lines and firing the ship’s cannon. Dress for wind and spray even on warm days, arrive early for preferred seating, and know the operator may cancel for weather or low bookings. The supplier often finalizes the seasonal schedule in late March, so flexible spring plans are wise.
Whether you’re after skyline photos, a family outing, or a taste of traditional sailing, the Kajama delivers a compact, accessible encounter with Toronto’s maritime side.