Soo Locks Tours

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Dock #1 - 1157 E. Portage Ave. Dock #2 - 515 E. Portage Ave.

P.O. Box 739
Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783
Toll-free: 800-432-6301
Phone: 906-632-6301
Fax: 906-632-1811
Website: www.soolocks.com
E-mail: sales@soolocks.com

Ride through the world famous Soo Locks on a Soo Locks Boat Tour.
Ride with the Freighters.
Ride through the Soo Locks in Michigan's oldest city, Sault Ste. Marie.

Experience “locking through” the Soo Locks. Your narrator will explain the history and operation of the Locks as your boat is raised 21 feet, straight up, to the level of Lake Superior.

After your downbound lockage, enjoy a cruise along the historic waterfronts of Michigan and Canada.

See all four U.S. Locks, St. Mary's Rapids, three hydro-electric plants and historic scenic waterfronts of U.S. and Canada.

Experience “locking through” from Lake Huron to Lake Superior.

Cruise underneath International Highway Bridge, and get a sailor's view of many interesting sites.

Cruise along side Lake freighters & ocean vessels.

Learn about passing ships as you get a close up view from your boat.

Boats are climate controlled with restrooms and snack bars.

Docks and Boats are Handicap Accessible.

FREE kennel services available for Soo Locks Boat Tour customers.

Adult Rate 13 yrs & over. Child Rate 5-12 yrs. 4 yrs & under FREE.

Reservations not required for Soo Lock Tour.

Back of brochure contains information regarding Dinner & Luncheon Cruises and Lighthouse & Specialty Cruises. (Reservations highly recommended).

Tickets available on-line at www.soolocks.com

*2010-2011 Soo Locks Tour Departures
Rain or shine (7 days a week). Tour is approximately 2 hours. 9:00 am Departures available for Motorcoach Tour Groups with advance reservations. Individual passengers welcome to sail with groups.

ALL DEPARTURES DOCK #1 -
Preseason May 1 - May 11, Call for departure times.
May 12 - June 20, Daily including Sundays 10:30 am, 1:00 pm, 3:30 pm
June 21 - June 30, Monday through Saturday 10:00 am, 11:30 am, 12:30 am, 2:00 pm, 4:30 pm. Sundays 10:00 am, 12:30 pm, 3:00 pm.

DOCK #1 AND DOCK #2 DEPARTURES -
From July 1 to August 20, tour boats board at two docks on Monday through Saturdays and board only at one dock on Sundays.
July 1 - August 20, Monday through Saturday. Times in red have first boarding and first choice of seats. DOCK #1 - 10:00 am, 11:00 am, 1:00 pm, 2:00 pm, 3:00 pm, 4:15 pm. DOCK #2 - 10:20 am, 11:20 am, 12:40 pm, 1:40 pm, 3:15 pm, 4:30 pm.
July 1 - July 31, Sundays - 10:00 am, 11:00 am, 12:00 pm, 1:30 pm, 2:30 pm, 4:00 pm. All departures are from Dock #1.
August 1 - August 20, Sundays - 10:00 am, 11:00 am, 12:00 pm, 1:30 pm, 2:30 pm, 4:00 pm. All departures are from Dock #2.

ALL DEPARTURES DOCK #2 -
August 21 - September 30, Monday through Saturday. 10:00 am , 12:30 pm, 2:00 pm, 4:30 pm
August 21 - September 30, Sundays. 10:30 am, 1:00 pm, 3:30 pm.
Labor Day Weekend - Saturday & Sunday Only. 10:00 am, 11:30 am, 12:30 pm, 1:30 pm, 3:00 pm, 4:00 pm, 5:30 pm.
October 1 - October 15, Daily including Sundays. 10:30 am, 1:00 pm, 3:30 pm.
Post Season After October 15 - Call for departure times.
Schedule subject to change without notice. Company reserves the right to cancel tour for less than 10 passengers. Company does not guarantee that every tour will ride with a freighter.

NO PASSPORT NEEDED

SOO LOCKS LUNCEON CRUISE
Experience our delightful Luncheon Cruise on the St. Mary's River. Enjoy a delicious buffet luncheon while sailing on this historic waterway. In the harbor you will view all the exciting sights along the waterfronts of Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan and her twin border city, Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. Experience locking through the Soo Locks, and riding alongside the giant ships. This cruise is sure to be the highlight of your tour to Northern Michigan. Come as you are. Dress is casual. For reservations call 906-632-6301 or 800-432-6301.

2010-2011 Luncheon Cruise Schedule. Luncheon Cruise is about 2 ½ hours. Reservations are recommended.

All Departures from Dock #1 -
May 15 - June 17, Call for Departure dates & times
June 18 - August 20 - Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat Departs 12:00 noon.

All Departures from Dock #2 -
August 21 - October 7 - Tues, Wed Departs 12:00 noon.
October 8 - October 15, Call for Departure dates & times.
Luncheon Cruises are available 7 days a week for tour groups with advance reservations, and individual passengers are welcome. For reservations and additional departure dates call 906-632-6301, 800-432-6301 or email sales@soolocks.com.

Luncheon Cruise Menu
Italian Menu - Pasta & Meatballs, Baked Chicken, Italian Parmesan Potatoes, Italian Vegetables, Garlic Toast, Tossed Salad, Dessert
American Menu - Salisbury Steak, Baked Chicken, Homemade Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Steamed Vegetables, Homemade Bred & Butter, Tossed Salad Dessert.
Beverages: Fresh perked coffee, hot tea, ice cold lemonade. The Luncheon Menu being served will vary throughout the week.

St. Mary's River Lighthouse Cruise
Ride through the Soo Locks and navigate the St. Mary's River. See the fully intact light keeper's residence at Cedar Point. View the remains of the original lighthouse on Round Island. Get a sailor's eye view of the fully restored Point Iroquois Lighthouse and light keeper's residence. Tour Canadian waters and see the Gros Cap Reefs Lighthouse. Also view the Point Louise Range Lights and the Point Aux Pins Canadian shoreline, among many other sights.
Wednesdays, June 29 - August 25, 2010/2011 - Departure Dock #2
Saturdays, July 3 and Sept. 4, 11, 18, 25, 2010 - Departure Dock #2
Saturdays, July 2 and Sept. 3, 10, 17, 24, 2011 - Departure Dock #2
Check-in Time 7:30 am. Boarding Time: 7:45 am. Departure Time: 8:00 am
See website for details: SooLocks.com

Private Charters & Special Cruises
- Private Charters - Rent a boat with crew for tours of the St. Mary's River, Soo Locks, or Sugar Island's Old North channel. Available for parties up to 150 guests.
- Convention Functions - Company Outings - Class Reunions - Family Reunions
- Fully Licensed Bar Available on all Cruises
- Hors d'oeuvres & meal options. For Cruise Planners call 906-632-2512 or 800-432-6301.
- Wedding Cruises & Packages - Available for wedding parties up to 150 guests.
- Michigan History - Student Tours: A student tour that is truly educational and a lot of fun. For sample itineraries and information call 906-632-6301 or 800-432-6301.
- Fireworks Cruise - July 1 & July 4: See Canadian Fireworks on July 1 and American Fireworks on July 4. Departs Dock #2 at 9:15 pm, 1 hour cruise.

Soo Locks Dinner Cruise
Enjoy a delicious buffet dinner on a leisurely cruise of the St. Mary's River, combined with our popular Lock Tour. Dinner is erved as you cruise the lower St. Mary's River and the old North Channel between Sugar Island and Canada. Enjoy a delightful dessert as you enter the upper St. Mary's River after locking through the famous Soo Locks. Come as you are. Dress is casual. For reservations call 906-632-6301 or 800-432-6301.

Dinner Cruise Menu -
Main Entres: Sunday & Monday - Top Sirloin of Beef and Baked Turkey with Stuffing and Real Mashed Potatoes and Gravy. Tuesday - Baked Virginia Ham and Baked Turkey with Stuffing and Real Mashed Potatoes and Gravy. Wednesday & Thursday - Roast Pork and Baked Chicken with Stuffing and Real Mashed Potatoes and Gravy. Friday - Lake Superior Whitefish, Top Sirloin of Beef. Saturday - Top Sirloin of Beef and Baked Chicken with Stuffing and Gravy.

Buffet Accompaniments (Selections Vary By Entree).
Buffet includes a variety such as red-skin potatoes in butter or homemade mashed potatoes, vegetables, tossed salad, pasta or potato salad and homemade bread.
Delightful Dessert.
Beverages - Fresh perked coffee, hot tea, ice cold lemonade.
Main entrees subject to change.

NO PASSPORT NEEDED

2010-2011 Dinner Cruise Schedule - Dinner Cruise is about 2 1/2 hours. Reservations are recommended.

All Departures from Dock #1 - May 15 - June 17, Call for departure dates & times. June 18 - August 20, Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat Departs 5:30. July 1 & July 4, Special Dinner & Fireworks Cruises Departs 7:00 pm.

All Departures from Dock #2 - August 21 - October 7, Mon, Thurs, Sat Departs 5:30 pm. October 8 - October 15, Call for Departure dates & times.
Dinner Cruises are available 7 days a week for tour groups with advance reservations, and individual passengers are welcome. For reservations and additional departure dates call 906-632-6301, 800-432-6301 or email sales@soolocks.com.

Here's what our past customers have to say about our cruises...
Excellent Tour! We enjoyed it very much. - Sara, Louisville, KY
Best Tour Ever! Thanks so much! - Bruce, Irma, WI
The tour is fantastic! -Darlene, Port Sanilac, MI
This was an item on my so called “bucket list.” We really enjoyed the experience. -Ted & Peg, Pigeon, MI.