Cruises and Rates 2013

Dinner Cruise - 3 hours
Enjoy a delightful cruise and a first rate dinner served as you take in the passing scenery.
$50.00 Adult/ $40.00 Child entree available
(Gratuity not included)

NEW Sunday Special Dinner Cruise - 3 hours
Enjoy the same cruise and dinner as on other evenings for a very special rate! (coupons not valid for this cruise)
$42.00 Adult/ $30.00 Child entree available
(Gratuity not included)
Reservations and prepayment, please.
Add a fresh shrimp cocktail for $8.00

Romance Package
For an additional $75 add a little sparkle to your evening. This package will get you a guaranteed table for 2, fresh flowers on the table with a note from you, a bottle of champagne or wine with glasses to keep and an announcement of your occasion by the Captain if you like.
Total cost for 2 $175 (gratuity not included)

Dinosaur Dinner Cruise - 2.5 hours
Classic bbq fare catered by Syracuse's award-winning Dinosaur Bar-B-Que includes pulled pork, chicken and ribs, plus side dishes and dessert. Also available for lunch for your group of 20 or more.
$46.00 Adult/ $40.00 Child - Erie Canal
$49.00 Adult/ $40.00 Child - Skaneateles Lake

Reservations and prepayment, please.

NEW Sunday Dinosaur Bar-B-Que Cruise - 2 hours
This casual cruise features the famous landmark's chicken and ribs with 2 side dishes and their hearty corn bread.
$32.00 Adult / $27.00 Child - includes BBQ lunch
$21.00 Adult/$16 Child - cruise only
(Gratuity not included)
Reservations and prepayment, please.

Lunch Cruise - 2 hours
Enjoy the scenery and the captain’s well-informed commentary with your relaxing lunch afloat.
$29.00 Adult/$24.00 Child - includes BBQ lunch
$17.00 Adult/$13 Child - cruise only
(Gratuity not included)
Reservations, please.

Sightseeing Cruise - 50 minutes
Enjoy an entertaining cruise, narrated by your knowledgeable captain. A perfect family outing, a pleasant break from work, shopping or travelling.
$12.00 Adult / $8.00 Child / $40.00 Family
(Family is 2 adults and their children under 13. This is a good deal if you have more than 2 kids! Gratuity included)
Tickets available day of cruise for Skaneateles Lake. Groups of 20 or more may reserve in advance. May be cancelled due to weather or to accommodate different cruises. Please call to confirm departure.

The U.S. Mailboat - 3 hours
Take part in the tradition of mail delivery along the 32-mile shore of Skaneateles Lake. Reserve a box lunch or bring your own.
$23.00 Adult / $17.00 Child / $8.00 Lunch
Reservations suggested. (Gratuity not included)

5-Hour Cruise
Board the Emita II for an extended voyage. Fare includes continental breakfast and lunch buffet aboard.
Call for schedule of departures.
$65.00 Adult / $50.00 Child (Gratuity included)
Reservations and prepayment, please.

All Day Cruise - 7 hours
Discover the Oswego or the Cayuga-Seneca Canals on a day-long excursion departing our Dutchman's Landing location. Fare includes continental breakfast, lunch, afternoon snack, museum fee and return by motorcoach. Call for schedule of departures.
$95.00 per person (Gratuity included)
Reservations, please.
Reservations and prepayment, please.

Meet Our Ladies

The Emita II, with a capacity of 64 passengers, hosts a variety of cruises on the Erie Canal in Baldwinsville near Syracuse in June through September. Happy 60th!

The Judge Ben Wiles , flagship of the Mid-Lakes fleet, seats 100 for dinner, brunch, lunch and sightseeing cruises on Skaneateles Lake.

The 36-passenger Barbara S. Wiles, a graceful mahogany craft built in 1937, is Skaneateles Lake's U.S. Mailboat, one of the few remaining in this country.

The best waterfront dining in New York State!

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Please Note:

Tax: Fares that include food are subject to New York State sales tax for the food portion only. This is included in all fares.

Gratuities: Not included in the fare except where noted. We feel that a gratuity is an age-old custom and should reflect service.

Cancellation: 24-hour cancellation notice required. Cruises may be cancelled if minimum passenger requirement is not met.

Group Rates: Erie Canal • Skaneateles Lake

Mid-Lakes Navigation Co., Ltd. reserves the right to cancel any cruise, change schedules or routes, and substitute vessels at any time.