RENTAL RATES
All fees include fuel, tolls, orientation/training, cleaning services, linen services & full equipment. The base rental rate below does not include NY State Sales Tax (which will be applied at time of booking/reservation).
Our 2025 Canal Boat Season Is Now Open for Reservations!
Your adventure on the water starts here — book early to secure your preferred dates.
🌿 Experience the charm of canal cruising — glide through scenic waterways, explore quaint towns, enjoy waterside picnics, and relax at your own pace aboard one of our comfortable, fully-equipped canal boats.
📅 Popular dates fill quickly, so click BOOK NOW to reserve your getaway.
🔔 Don’t see your ideal date? Join our waitlist below to be the first to know about any cancellations or last-minute openings.
Lockmaster 34 Foot:
- 7 Night Charter $4,125
- 4 Night Charter $2,940
- 3 Night Charter $2,625
Lockmaster 41 or 42 Foot:
- 7 Night Charter $5,190
- 4 Night Charter $3,450
- 3 Night Charter $3,050
"The Harriet":
The Harriet is a specially appointed vessel that has larger living quarters with a queen sized bed, a larger bathroom, a sitting parlor, and an enhanced pilothouse. New for 2025 - we are offerring 3, 4 and 7 Night Charters during the summer months!
- 7 Night Charter $4,985
- 4 Night Charter $3,330
- 3 Night Charter $2,940
Charter Schedule
We ask that you arrive by 12:30pm on the date of your departure. This allows our orientation to start on time & get you on the water!
The orientation begins at approximately 12:30PM. In order for our team to have time to return the vessel to rental standards, you must be back to port by 9AM to our Marina (where you departed).
7 Night Charter Options
- Monday to Monday
- Tuesday to Tuesday
- Thursday to Thursday
- Friday to Friday
4 Night Charter Options
- Thursday to Monday
- Friday to Tuesday
3 Night Charter Options
- Monday to Thursday
- Tuesday to Friday
** Please arrive at our Marina by 12:30pm. Orientation starts at 12:30pm and includes both class room & on the water training. Please return to to port by 9 AM. **
Charter Details
Charter: A reservation is made with a deposit of 50% using check, Visa, Mastercard, Amex, or Discover. Balance is due 60 days prior to hire.
Cancellation Fee: These charges apply to cancellations within the period shown:
- Fewer than 45 days prior to charter-100% of fare
- 46-90 days prior to charter-50% of fare
- Over 90 days prior to charter - 100% refundable
Trip cancellation insurance information is available & we recommend purchasing trip insurance.
Damage Deposit: a $500 damage deposit, check or credit card will be held by Erie Canal Adventures in the event of damage upon return of the boat. We do not charge this in advance to your trip ... and only if damage.
Insurance: Liability coverage is required. Your homeowner's policy may cover you or choose ours for $110 per boat operator per charter.
Restrictions: Erie Canal Adventures, reserves the right to restrict cruising on Cayuga, Seneca, Oneida Lakes and Lake Ontario.
Boat Cleaning: Our professional staff cleans each Lockmaster after every charter.
Pets: We do have 3 dog-friendly boats available for your small dog (Lockmaster 34, 41 & 42). A $300 fee will apply. Please call to discuss.