This ride will give you a breathtaking experience, the staff are very cooperative and helpful. Although during this pandemic time you have to follow proper rules of social distancing and wear masks it is a wonderful ride which lasts 20 minutes. Youll see the maid of mist boats passing by you which is on the American side. Its an amazing ride for the right price. Thanks to Hornblower team for making the ride fantastic youll also get to ride the funicular if you book your ticket online.

The rides are amazing! Everyone talks about the Maid of the Mist, but Hornblower is just as good, if not better. You will get pretty close to the falls and get wet, but it is definitely worth it. This is such an awesome way to enjoy Horseshoe Falls. You should definitely take a ride on the Hornblower if you visit the Canadian side.

20 minute cruise. Pretty cool experience to do, but not worth doing more than once in a few years. Organized and staff is nice.

We did the falls tour before things closed. It was such a wonderful experience. I was really worried about the waiting and the line ups and the space on the boat. Yes there is a lot of traffic and lines to get onto the boat but they move everything along so smoothly it was amazing. I never thought I would get that close to the falls. I actually had a good time everywhere we went in Niagara Falls

As someone who moved to Ontario and has visisted Niagara three times without going on this boat... Its an absolute must see!! The falls from down below are a completely different perspective. Jaw dropping beautiful. You will get wet on the Canadian side at Horseshoe Falls but its part of the fun and they give you a poncho. All of the railing are cleaned inbewteeen sailings and social distancing and masks are enforced. Such an amazing experience recommended to all!

The one thing to do if you’re in Niagara Worth the visit and the hot price Be aware of the long queues (especially if it’s hot or rainy). On the boat, it gets wet and slippery super fast.The Canadian falls and my favourites.... much more impressive!Enjoy

A must visit place for everyone. It was such a good experience with all the water and a foggy feel. I love to go again.

One of the best experience in niagra. I must say to visit on weekdays for perfect and personal experience. But i request to wear slippers and short pants when you visit cruise, its because your whole below legs and feets get wet due to water sprinklers near the Canadian water fall . But i am sure that you will enjoy this experience the most in whole niagara falls view area. Must try once.Thank you.

Surprising how close it gets. Left all soaked. Worth the price of admission

It was a great experience! that one minute they take you to close to the HorseShoe falls is mind blowing and worth it.

Fun experience for both adults and kids. Well run on modern safe boats and seem less from the Funicular ride to boat ride, back to the top. Good value for money.

The staff were very welcoming and the view was just superb! However, you have to go through a long line to purchase tickets so I suggest you book online. The photo booth and the cafe were a nice addition to the experience.

Loved it. If you are in Niagra, this is one thing that you should surely try. Good place to get pictures. When they take you to the point where you can feel that you are beneath the fall is a great feeling. Sunglasses or goggles are must for this, not compulsory though.

This was my 5th visit to Niagara but the first one to the cruise and I must say its truely amazing experience. The view of the falls from the bottom of the falls is just mesmerizing & a larger than life like one. I have uploaded some pics & videos too for you to get a feel but its nowhere the same. Now somw details, better book the tickets online if u plan to go for the cruise else there can be a long wait int the queues. You can either pay for a fulicunar for $4 also included in the ticket price or take a free elevator to the deck of the cruise boarding point. Highly Recommended. Enjoy!

Very unique experience, lots of fun and the sights down at the falls are really nice. However, I paid for funicular tickets online and did not receive any sort of heads up that on the day I was going, it was actually broken. I wouldve given 4 or 5 stars but the lack of communication on the website about the funicular is disappointing.

For the nature enthusiast, definitely a memorable experience. The funicular ride sets the stage with incredible views, and the friendly staff help get you situated with a plastic poncho - which is an absolute necessity for when the ship goes right up into the mist of the Horseshoe Falls! Truly an amazing experience. A positive side note, the ship is very stable, and doesnt pitch or roll too much. A huge plus for most of my family, who are very sensitive to motion sickness.

Excellent experience, third time.First time with hubby, second with my mom and this time I decided to spontaneously go buy the ticket there, just by myself while my hubby was doing his meditation . Everyone so efficient , fast , boat every 15 minutes. So yes they are operating during this time , there are less people , basically you don’t wait .

Very enjoyable experience. Staff was organized, temperatures were taken prior to entering and social distancing was enforced. View of the falls from boat breathtaking.

Once in a lifetime tour. Worth spending the money

Best experience in life especially because of the spiritual India style freedom they give you ️

Awesome experience. One of the best ride to do in niagara falls. The best way to skip the ticket line is to buy online tickets. $30 plus tax. Staff is sooo good taking your temperatures when you enter and you have to write your name and phone number just in case you get exposed to covid 19. Mask is mandatory! .Ship capacity limited to 100 people per time-frame. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

Of all the tourist traps around Niagara, I think this is the one thats truly worth its price. Its difficult to grasp the size of these falls until youre standing in the middle of it, getting soaked by this endless torrent of water. Even the small American falls gain a sense of scale when seen up close!

Generally a good professional crew, but I would recommend during this pandemic that you empower your staff to keep people in line. We had two groups on our cruise who were clearly deniers and moving about the boat freely while taking off their masks. I could tell this bothered the staff but they didnt say anything, and I was therefore forced to confront someone who came very close to me with no mask. I enjoyed the experience and it was worth the cost, but other clients were allowed to make my experience less than five stars. It might be smart to direct people to stay on their sticker.

A MUST do when visiting the region! Hear the tremble of the falls as the Hornblower vessel powers its ways agianst the current of the falls! Get up close and personal while you get soaked from the mist and constant showering from the most powerful waterfall!Prepare the get wet! Even with the poncho on! I left my DSLR in my bag for this one! And used my cellphone to capture the experience! Worth the soak!

This experience could have been amazing. But everything was ruined by aggressive employees. They let you cook under the sun for almost 40 minutes outside with the mask on before boarding. Even with social distancing and being outside waiting in line, you have to be masked. My wife was almost fainting because of the heat and the mask. She took her nose out of the mask for a minute to be able to breathe and right away the angry employees came to us like pit bulls. Instead of asking gently and politely if she has a medical condition, or if she is alright, they started to talk very loud and aggressive about covering the whole face with the mask. They clearly saw my wife leaning on me almost fainting but did not care at all and decided to aggressively lecture us in front of everyone else. This was beyond WRONG. This company should be ashamed of itself. Get ready to be treated like cattle...

This was an incredible experience. We drove in from far away, and were expecting to have some fun but it was beyond that. It was such an exquisite sight to see, we want to come back again to visit more. I would highly recommend this to anyone looking for a great little adventure.

This is a must see attraction when in Niagara Falls. This is my 3rd time and I definitely enjoyed it again. They provide ponchos but you will still get pretty soaked, so keep that in mind. They have circles painted on the ground for people to maintain social distancing and mandatory wearing of masks while on the boat, however, many passengers were ignoring this rule, crowding around other families and removing their masks. For this reason I am only marking it a 4 star as I felt this to be an unsafe situation, especially with the prevalence of COVID-19 in this region.

I have officially seen what heaven looks like!

Ive been going to Niagara got year and November 2019, was my first time taking this ride. If you live in Niagara or anywhere close where you can get here easily then you have to go at least once. To see the falls up close from below is something else. You really get a feel for how much water and power is going through here. Im going to have to go back when its warmer though.

Absolutely amazing!! The Hornblower cruise is a MUST if you’re coming to Niagara! Keep in mind that you will get soaked though... so dress appropriately!! Do not wear socks my family and I are forever grateful to have had the opportunity to experience this️

We loved the Hornblower Niagara Cruise! As a C-5 quadriplegic, I was very glad to know that this was handicap accessible. We rode the funicular down to the boat and there was a ramp to get on the boat. I was a little nervous but the staff was great at answering questions! They eased my mind completely! The boat brings you closer to the falls and the views are breathtaking! If you are on top of the boat, be prepared to get soaked! We were on the main deck of the boat and we got pretty wet but we were able to go inside to avoid it if we wanted to. The cost was $25 but watch for a Groupon to save money! I would love to come back and do this with our whole family!

️Awesome boat ride that you just have to do. Amazing.️Friendly customer service.️Lines were fairly quick.Only thing we didnt like was the boat was over crowded on our ride and if you werent on early in the line you didnt get a good view.

An amazing experience to view falls closely. You can buy tickets online as well as at counter. Cruise leaves every 15 minutes. Tickets are time stamped for 1 hour. Try to reach on time. Ponchos are available. Online photos are little bit costly. After cruise you can shop souvenirs from the gift shop. Staff is cooperative and helpful. But people should follow safe distancing. The crowd is little bit mismanaged.

Just wow. Was definitely worth it. The company made everyone wear masks and stand apart. We had the whole section of boat to ourselves.

This is a must do activity when you visit Niagara Falls. The cruise takes you near the Falls (both US Side and Canadian Side) and the view is just mesmerizing. It’s totally worth the price. The views, the sound of falling water everything is just amazing and the experience is just amazing.

Real adventure!!! So exciting... masterpiece of nature.

Boat ride is a must thing to do at Niagara. Would recommend 100%. They sanitize everything. Face masks are mandatory. Reasonable $30 price. Amazing experience.

Yesterday was my 4th time that I went on this boat tour. Worth riding it. Due to this social distancing you have to wait for sometime. They are checking your temperature while entering and after each boat ride they are sanitizing the whole place wherever you hold while riding. Better book your tickets online before you go there.

Great experience boats over crowded but still get great view would just be more enjoyable with less people

They switched. This used to be the US side company, and the maid of the midst was on the Canadian side, but the switched. We visited in August during the Covid-19 phase 3. The safety rules were well explained. The staff was very nice and friendly. If you buy your tickets online on their website, you automatically get the ride to the falls via the funicular. Kids love it and it is an extra 4$ on the price. They did not put too many people on the ship which made it very easy to keep distance while still enjoying the experience. Everyone who can should at least visit the falls once.

Very cool ride. Expect long waits, but worth it. They give you a poncho which is pretty effective. You spend about 5 minutes getting into the horshoe falls but will spend about 10 minutes in the basin. Great views of both falls. Nice rest area after the ride to get drinks and food. Total time on boat was about 25 minutes.

Had a great time. Def recommend it. Pricey but worth it. Get pretty close to the falls and you will definitely get wet.

I have been to Niagara Falls a few times, but it was my first time on the Hornblower! Due to covid-19 they do not allow as much on board as they did before and require you to have your mask on during the ride. Such a different experience viewing the falls from below!You will definitely be soaked on the ride! Currently $27.50 for an adult + tax , definitely worth it!

Great trip to see both the US and Canada falls. Very up close view and we wouldve been drenched if not for the parka. Hold on to the rail. It gets a little bumpy and you could drop your phone in a second. Tough to hear the information being broadcast while on the boat so we werent able to learn much about the history of the falls. Still a great trip and worth the money. Do yourself a favor and buy tickets from your phone. The kiosks suck and you skip the line for them. Ticket is sold for all day so no need to book a time unless youre doing a night cruise.

Fabulous; my kids wanted to do it again. You will get wet if on the exterior deck areas. Fab experience....you get very close to the falls. Must do.

You will get a closer look to the falls and have a great experience. Its not a long ride, no cheap either but its worth the ride.

It was an amazing experience and truly breathe taking. The cruise wait wasn’t long. Quick and easy to do without a real hassle at a reasonable price.

4 and not 5 because long wait times and you have to wear your mask on the boat (although outdoors and all physical distancing) so you can’t take nice photos. Also you get pretty wet which can be fun on a hot sunny day but not on a chillier day hehe

Best experience I’ve ever had. You get to see the trillions of gallons of water flowing closer.

We went on the Hornblower Niagara Cruise for the nighttime firework ride. We got very close to the waterfall, and had a perfect view of the fireworks. They have drinks that you can order on the ship if you like. They also give you complementary ponchos so that you do not get too soaked. It was very beautiful, and I highly recommend it if you were looking for a fun way to see the fireworks. If you can, try to get there earlier rather than later so that you can get a good position on the boat.

Everybody wants the chance, so expect long waits and lineups for this phenomenal experience! Views are spectacular and worth the wait. Of course, make sure you wear your swimsuit because youre more than likely to get wet! You dont have to take the funicular and instead, can take the stairs or elevator. But remember, youll be waiting in line! We went in late July and only after when we were wet did we feel comfortable in the heat. Otherwise, it was very hot. They should just call this the official Niagara Falls Water Ride!

Hadnt done this since grade school! It was amazing there is not one thing about the whole experience that was not 5*. Would recommend this to everyone dont even hesitate !! PS Im local and pessimistic about many of the attractions but this is s must do!

First time. So much fun.

Hornblower gets a mixed review. Fantastic experience of the falls and friendly staff.However, during COVID I would have expected crowd management to have been a little stronger, especially during boarding and departing the boat and even more so upon exiting through the gift shop which was not conducive to physical distancing at all.

Personally I think this is the best way to experience Niagara Falls. Even though its a short ride, its definitely worth the money. You get up close and personal with the falls, and you get to see all of it in its natural glory! Way more exciting than just viewing it from a far! Birds flying everywhere, seeing multiple rainbows, its absolutely stunning. We went in late September and we didnt get soaked or anything with the pancho on. JUST DO IT! Its an experience you really wont wanna miss.

An enjoyable ride that puts you right up in the mists of both falls. Absolutely worth doing at least once if youre in the area.

Very safe. Staff always ensuring all were wearing masks. Busy but most everyone was respectful. Completely touchless experience

So basically you can take a cruise that goes very near both of Niagara falls. Its not the cheapest thing in the world, but it is a fun experience. Prepare to get very wet, the falls splash a lot of water particles in the air so when you are down there its like its raining on you. In the summer its a more pleasant experience since its warm and you get to cool down a bit but in the winter its a little uncomfortable.

Must do when visiting, by far the best experience in Niagara. We bought our tickets online, would recommend doing this for sure.

Lots people and long wait. Fun experience tho. Make sure u dress accordingly. Waterproof everything lol.

You must take this cruise. It is worth every penny. Buy tickets online so you dont have to wait in the queue to get it. Approximately wait time was 30 to 40 minutes.

If you have the option of being able to cross the boarding into Canada and unsure which boat tour to take to see the falls look no further than the Hornblower Cruise. They offer a fast, safe, well coordinated experience into the heart of horseshoe falls.If you have any electronics you do not want getting wet make sure to leave them with someone on dry land. They do provide ponchos - which I recommend you tie securely because when the wind blows it will lift up causing you to get even more wet.Having a go pro around your neck during this ride makes for an excellent way to capture the greatness of this natural wonder.Be sure to have dry socks to change into if you have other activities planned the remainder of your day or book this tour as your last stop. The ideal time to visit is around 2-4pm for the warmest times as the water is freezing cold. If you want to avoid major lines do go earlier or later in the day. 10am or 4pm.They offer a night cruise with light show and fireworks on select nights. Check their website for dates and availability. Do purchase your tickets ahead of time to ensure entrance as they do get very busy during the months of June and July.

Great organization for a place with so many tourists everyday. You pay for entrance and then you can go down to the boat via elevator or funicular , then they will give you raincoat so you could stay dry during your trip.

THE BEST OF THE BEST! This was a wonderful cruise. We were taken up to both the American and Canadian Falls where we could see the falls illumined by various lights. The lights changed colors every few seconds. We were then taken back a distance so that we could see a truly spectacular fireworks show. I am still in awe at how reasonably priced this cruise was. I would have expected to pay much more for such an experience. This is a must-do trip!

Very wet experience, as the cruise brings you right to the foot of the Horseshoe falls to experience the power of the waterfall. Well-worth the ticket fees. Remember to waterproof your belongings and mobile phone/camera, and your own goggles if you want to keep your eyes open when under the fall!

This was one of the highlights of our trip to Niagra. They really pack the people on the boat, but it is such a great experience. Cost was well worth the experience. Dont hesitate to give this a try!!

This is THE thing to do if youre only paying for one attraction on the Canada side of the falls. We got in line about 11:30am on a busy weekend, and the line was long, about a block outside the park entrance. However, we were pleasantly surprised how fast it moved.Three tips:1. On a hot day, do not put on the poncho as soon as they give it to you. Wait until you are very close to or on the boat.2. There are numerous spots for snacks and drinks after you get off the boat. Get in line about lunch, cool off on the boat, have lunch down near the boat for a lot less crowded area. We didnt know this, but just happened to do it this way.3. For best pictures, get to the front of the boat when boarding. They will pass the American Falls on the way out and back, so dont worry if you end up on one side more than the other. When the boat goes to Horseshoe Falls, it spends most of (read almost all) of the time facing the falls. Either deck will do. If youre in the back, youll have a hard time getting good shots. This also allows you to look down and get a feeling of how strong the water movement is in relation to the boat. We were one of the last to board. And found room on front lowere deck.

Ive been wanting to try this since being a kid and it did not disappoint!! To witness the awe of the horseshoe falls is beyond words. I was surprised at how close the boat got & I honestly didnt want it to go any further. A truly memorable experience!!

Fantastic experience with only 6 of us on the boat it was truly a once and lifetime experience, definitely worth the extra money to take part in what felt like a completely private tour of a wonder of the world. All staff where very attentive and friendly and we felt after watching them clean and sanitize that outside of common sense we had nothing to be worried about during these challenging times.

You do not want to miss this.This is the closest you can get to feel the force of nature.A message for the business:Please stop using plastic ponchos & find a reusable method.

This experience was well worth the cost.You will get wet, so wear sneakers and clothing that dry quickly. If you have any waterproof clothing, wear them!You don’t need to pay for the funicular ride. Find the other entrance and take the elevator.

Fun experience. You gotta try it at least once in your lifetime. Youre gonna get wet so be ready for that. The supply a poncho of course The boat gets pretty close to the falls. Really gives you a feel of how big they are. A must do if its your first time in Niagara Falls.

Its amazing cruises there in Niagara falls, specially for families and children. Kids are really loved the cruise and they already want to come again, take care you may be wet it there do take care of your staff abe cameras and any electronic devices. You will never regret doing this cruise. Enjoy.

I absolutely love going on the cruise, but due to them only allowing 6 passengers they have raised the price. For myself, an adult, I would pay that. But they had the balls to take away a discount for children and infants are not free. If they do not return the free infants, guess I wont be a customer anymore.

A wonderful and fun filled journey which take you as close as possible to the niagara falls

YES!I just have to say that this is just the experience I was looking for, I like every single second of this time on the boat and I would do it again in an heartbeat :-)I recommend this activity the moment you come to Niagara Falls to have greatest of memories ~Enjoy !

Seriously one of the most amazing moments of our trip. It was incredible doing the boat tour. You get soaked but it is so much fun! The lady beside me was there with her Grandchildren and she told me she had been waiting 30 years to do this. It brought tears to my eyes! Magical experience!

Riding on this boat is well worth doing! My entire family loved riding the Hornblower into the mist coming off of the waterfalls. If youre in the area then I highly suggest checking this out. Be prepared to get wet even though they do provide ponchos for the ride. If youre not into getting wet then you can ride in the lower portion of the boat which is enclosed and dry.

The cruise is a real must when visiting Niagara Falls. It is amazing to see the Falls from below, and experience the elements. The boat holds in the mist for a good 15 minutes, so you get to take in the Horseshoe Falls, as well as a great view of the Amercian side. Luckily we were was warned beforehand that you do get very wet, the poncho given will not keep you dry, the best option would be to wear waterproofs and waterproof shoes. For using your phone/camera, a waterproof pouch may be useful. I would definitely recommend the experience!

Definitely one of the top 5 things to do in Niagara. The view was breath taking. Stay at the front of the both to get the best experience. Be prepared for a long wait though during peak season.

Best time to do it is now during the restrictions, not a million people pushing against each other you always get the best view with no need to fight for it.

I enjoy this. Totally worth the money they are charging. If you dont mind getting wet just try and get to the front area of the lower deck/Upper deck to get the best experience.

Fun boat ride to see the falls. The views are amazing. The ticket buying is super simple. Just use the kiosk it’s the fastest way get your tickets and be on your way. Defiantly recommend going before 10am. We went around 9am and the crowds weren’t too bad. When our ride was done there were huge lines waiting for the next one. We got on just before the crowds. One other thing, try to board when the boat arrives at the dock to get a good spot otherwise you be standing behind people with the best view. Great experience if you are in Niagara Falls in Canada.

Highly recommend this experience at least once in your life! To go under these powerful falls is amazing! Do it!!

Saturday noon around 11:30am, got in our boat ride, with-in 25 min of reaching the street spot. 15 min queue for the Funicular, 1min ride down, 5min wait to get to the boat and cruise started in another 4min. I would say thats pretty good for such a crowded spot. This obviously gets crowded as the day progresses but I think its never too crowded for you to not do it. You should do it!Buy tickets online, unless you want to save $3 to avoid riding the funicular - those tickets are only available on spot with 5min line up.The boat ride itself is amazing and apart from the first floor deck, you can enjoy a great view from the ground floor deck front end of the board - especially if you are accompanied with elderly who would like to sit and take break from the heavy downpour once you are in the heart of the falls.The one and only Niagara Falls!

The trip to the falls was truly awesome. Amenities were just OK, but they tried at least. The boat was good and the excursion was outstanding.

Nice expérience. Waiting time is acceptable (although you DO have to wait) and one can go close to the falls (the only interest being that you get soaked by the falls and cant really see anything!)The company provides disposable rain ponchos so you dont have to bring your own.

Absolutely amazing, boat gets closer than I though would be safe to the falls lol, we left absolutely drenched.

Awesome experience and very affordable. Just up close view of the falls. Watch out for your camera or hats as it gets very windy and wet!!!Highly recommend when you come to Niagara. Wait times are not too long either.

Great tour! Dont let the short duration fool you. Get up close and personal with the falls! Well worth the price! Pro tip: Look for a Groupon to save!

An unforgettable experience!An adult ticket is about $35 for a 20 min. boat tour, but definitely worth the money. They take you downhill on a train and there is an area with food, drinks, and restrooms. Before entering the boat, you will be given a raincoat/poncho. Try to get on the upper deck for the best view. They drive you very close to the Falls. Great photo OPs and wonderful experience.

Did the Hornblower with our 5 kids and it was amazing. Grab a spot at the front of the ship on the lower level if you can. Nothing compares to standing at the base of Horseshoe Falls with the roar of the water and the mist. Put this on your bucket list and check it off ASAP.

For the amount of people coming through this attraction, the lines moved quickly. The boat gets you very close to the falls (the waves break over the deck of the boat) and you will 100% get wet even with rain gear. Its about 20 minutes total time for the ride, expect up to an hour total time including waiting in the line for a one of a kind experience!

If you want to tour Niagara Falls properly and feel physically, I think riding the Hornblower Niagara Cruise was a good choice. First of all, the cruise passes through the American Falls, past the most main Horses, Horseshoe Falls, and finally returns looking at Rainbow Bridge. If you ride this cruise, you can see and feel the waterfall very close, and experience the waterfalls in person. I visited Niagara on a high school field trip and rode this cruise together, and we were able to take pictures and make vivid memories here in Niagara. Before boarding the Hornblower Niagara Cruises, one thing to be careful about is that since it receives a lot of water, you should prevent water from entering electronic devices such as cell phones. In fact, I thought, Wouldnt it be nice to have water in my smartphone and have a waterproof pack ready? They also provides red raincoats but does not cover my body sufficiently, which makes me get a lot of water and makes your shoes wet, so be careful when you ride. But, I highly recommend boarding Hornblower Niagara Cruises if you want to make a big memory in Niagara Falls overall.

This is a must see when you’re on the Canadian side of the Niagara Falls! Their service is excellent and the rates are very fair for what you get to witness. Parking may be a hassle since you will not be able to find an easy cheap spot near the banks, but there are lots of parking places around the area that start from $5! You will just have to walk down here for maybe 10 minutes or so. And what’s not to like about walking around the Niagara Falls area with all the beautiful lights and a majestic view of the falls.I’d suggest booking tickets with hornblower online but buying tickets at the counter is not a bad idea either. They have restrooms, a bar and good food menu.Hurry up and get down there before the icy cold winter takes over you. Oh and the fireworks are just amazing!!!!

This is a must-do thing once in your life time, you will be super wet, because of getting really close to the falls. The falls is gigantic and amazing to watch. When you get real close, the water under looks like soda water, and there will be lots of water splashing on you, which makes it kind of hard to keep your eyes open, its like experiencing typhoon. However, the journey was just stunning and fun.

Mind blowing.. superb. Highly recommend

A must stop when visiting Niagara Falls! I went on the night cruise, and I was not disappointed!!! Next time, I’ll be going on the day cruise!!! Such a blast, and talk about beautiful lights/views!!! Yes, you will get wet, so be prepared!

Cant even put in words how incredible this tour was and how much better it was than maid of the most. Great service amazing views gets super close to the falls

Nice staff, and a fun boat ride! You go right up to the falls so be sure to use waterproof mascara only! Dont make my mistake!