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Sleigh Boat Ride

A Holiday Tradition, Made Even Better

Hop aboard one of Victoria Harbour Ferry’s iconic heated pickle boats, sparkling with Christmas lights and filled with cheerful holiday music, for a festive 40-minute cruise through Victoria’s Harbour!

What began in 2021 as a simple festive boat ride has grown into a cherished Christmas adventure and a holiday tradition for families and friends. This year, enjoy an even more complete experience, starting and ending at our North Pole at Selkirk Landing.

The magic continues ashore! After your cruise, our partners at Sol Food Café will welcome you with warm, homemade hot chocolate and delicious s’more cookies — the perfect treat to warm up and soak in the Christmas spirit.

Make getting to the North Pole part of the adventure with an optional complimentary ride aboard our heated Christmas Trolley from downtown Victoria to Selkirk Landing. Prefer to drive? Free parking is available at Selkirk Landing.

Ready for your Christmas adventure?

Scroll down for event details and everything you need to plan your visit.

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Magic at Sea

Hop aboard with our Captains. Listen to the festive music as you cruise through the holiday lights. It’s a merry ride for kids and grown-ups alike!

Simple line drawing of a Christmas tree with ornaments.

Twinkling City Lights

Watch the magic come alive! From the water, you’ll see the city glow, reflecting its lights off the waves. It’s like sailing through a holiday movie scene.

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Hot Cocoa & Cookie

Savour the season with a cozy break. Warm up with a cup of hot chocolate and delicious s’mores cookie prepared by our holiday partner, Sol Food Cafe at Selkirk.

DEPARTURE AND RETURN

The North Pole, at Selkirk Landing
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DURATION
  • Approximately 60 minutes for the full experience
  • 40-minute boat cruise
  • Optional free trolley ride from downtown to Selkirk
  • Trolley pick up 30 minutes before your tour departure
  • Trolley returns 25 minutes after the end of your cruise
BOOKING OPTIONS
  • Hot chocolate and s’more cookie are included in your ticket price
  • Free ride aboard our festive heated Christmas Trolley
  • Free parking at Selkirk
  • All our boats are heated
  • Capacity of 12 passengers per boat
  • Possibility to privatize a boat
  • Walk-up welcome on a first-come, first-served basis
  • Same-day online bookings close 30 minutes before departure

Give the gift of discovery

Treat your loved ones to a memorable 
experience with our tour gift certificates. 
Perfect for any occasion!