Paddle a Voyageur canoe through sheltered channels as the Toronto skyline lights up at sunset. This easy, 60-minute guided tour combines basic stroke instruction, wildlife viewing, and prime photography angles across the harbour.
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The sun drops low behind Toronto’s glass towers and the lake pulls the skyline into a low, glittering horizon. In a wide Voyageur canoe you’ll sit shoulder-to-shoulder as the guide eases the bow through narrow channels; reeds brush the gunwales and the city’s hum recedes until all that remains is paddle rhythm and the skyline daring you to capture the moment.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels—participants should be able to step into a canoe and sit unassisted for the duration.
Wildlife
History
The islands were part of Indigenous travel corridors and later influenced by 19th-century land reclamation and the fur trade routes; guides often reference Voyageur paddling techniques tied to that history.
Conservation
The park is managed to protect shoreline habitat—stay in designated channels, avoid disturbing nesting birds, and pack out all trash to minimize impact.
Reserve your spot on the Sunset Canoe Tour of the Toronto Islands today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Get the ferry schedule
Allow an extra 20–40 minutes for the ferry from Jack Layton/9 Queen's Quay West; arrive 15 minutes before departure to meet at the Clock Tower on Centre Island.
Dress in layers
Evening breezes off Lake Ontario cool quickly—bring a light wind- and water-resistant layer.
Secure gear in a dry bag
Phones and cameras can get splashed in a shared canoe; use a small dry bag or waterproof phone case.
Mind health restrictions
This activity is not recommended for pregnant guests or those with serious back or heart conditions.
Windproof/light rain jacket
Protects against lake breezes and light spray at sunset.
spring
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated—bring a spill-proof bottle stored onshore or in a dry bag.
summer
Closed-toe water shoes or sneakers
Stable footing when boarding and disembarking from the dock and canoe.
Small dry bag or waterproof phone case
Keeps camera and phone dry in a shared canoe and during light splashes.