Plan Your Trip

Here is some info on planning your trip to Tobermory!

Blue Heron Cruises

Tobermory Boat Tours

Parking in Tobermory

Purchase or Collect Tickets at:

7425 Highway 6, Tobermory, ON N0H 2R0  

7454 Highway 6, Tobermory, ON N0H 2R0 

Parking
Parking available at 3 locations. Free for Blue Heron Cruise Guests. 

Tobermory downtown has PAID parking. Paid parking is in effect between May 15 & October 15th in Tobermory. $3 per hour fee in the 2 hour restricted parking areas;
$15 daily flat fee in non-restricted parking areas
Tobermory Parking Paid parking is in effect in downtown Tobermory and most adjacent streets from May 15th to September 15th. 
Most locations have a maximum 3 hour time limit.
All day paid parking is available on Legion Street off Hay Bay Road.

Blue Heron Cruises Parking
The Blue Heron Company provides FREE parking to our customers at multiple locations in Tobermory. A valid Blue Heron Cruises permit must be displayed. This permit will be provided by our sales staff when you purchase / collect your tickets. Permits are valid for the duration of your cruise and for one hour prior to your departure time and one hour after your cruise returns. Customers may park in designated parking spots only and must cooperate fully with Blue Heron Company staff supervising our parking areas.
Parking is not guaranteed and is allocated on a first-come-first-serve basis.

Fathom Five National Marine & Bruce Peninsula National Park Information

Flowerpot Island is part of Fathom Five National Marine Park. Every person visiting Flowerpot Island must have a valid entry pass to do so. 


Flowerpot Island

Flowerpot Island is part of the Fathom Five National Marine Park and is famous for the two rock pillars, or sea stacks, on its eastern shoreline. There are 4.3 kilometers of walking trails and miles of pristine, limestone shoreline – perfect for picnicking, sunbathing and swimming. Our Jet Boats or Glass Bottom Boat Tours will set you down at Beachy Cove if you opt to do some exploring. Alternatively, you can choose a scenic stay aboard cruise and simply take in all the highlights from the ship.

Parks Canada Visitor's Centre

Located in the village of Tobermory, the Parks Canada Visitor Centre is open daily from early May to late October. Their knowledgeable team provides detailed information about the two National Parks. There is also an excellent exhibit hall that is a must-see for all who want to understand how Tobermory and the Bruce Peninsula earned its UNESCO World Biosphere designation. Take time, as well, to climb the observation tower for a stunning view of the islands off the coast.

Singing Sands

Located on the Lake Huron side of the Bruce Peninsula, about 8 kilometers south of Tobermory, Singing Sands offers trails through a delicate ecosystem first protected by the Federation of Ontario Naturalists. It is home to rare plants including the delicate northern Calypso Orchid and several species of frogs, snakes, salamanders, and turtles. It is also a very popular, family-friendly swimming location with the longest sandy beach on the upper peninsula.

The Sweepstake Shipwreck

This non-stop glass bottom tour, as well as the drop off tour, begins with a visit to Tobermory’s other harbour, marked by Big Tub Lighthouse, where you will view the shipwreck "The Sweepstake"

For More information on the Shipwreck and it's history please click below
The Sweepstake Shipwreck Information
Flowerpot Island Tobermory

What To Bring with you on your trip

Tobermory is located at the northern end of the Bruce Peninsula, which is known for its hiking trails. The terrain can be rugged, so you should wear appropriate footwear.  You can also visit a Visitor Information Centre to get up-to-date information about the area.

  • Long-sleeve shirts and pants
  • a sweater or hoodie
  • a swimsuit, sandals or water shoes
  • comfortable walking shoes/books
  • sunscreen, and lip balm with SPF
  • Hat and sunglasses
  • a reusable water bottle
  • small backpack or day bag
  • Camera or smartphone: For taking photos
  • Portable phone charger
  • Snacks
  • ID, cash, and credit cards
  • Map or GPS device
  • Reusable shopping bags
  • Ziplock bags: For wet items
  • Rain jacket in case of summer showers.

Flowerpot Island Cruise
Tobermory Boat Tour

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Blue Heron Adventures

Blue Heron Tours wish to acknowledge that we cruise on the waters and have land based visitor services in the Territory of the Anishinabek Nation: The People of the Three Fires known as Ojibway, Odawa, and Pottawatomie Nations. And further Blue Heron Cruises give thanks to the Chippewas of Saugeen, and the Chippewas of Nawash, known collectively as the Saugeen Ojibway Nation, as the traditional keepers of this land.

Blue Heron Tours is committed to doing business in a way that is culturally enriching, environmentally sustainable, and is of benefit to our community. Blue Heron Tours provides recreational travel and environmental and cultural experiences in a beautiful, well-preserved environment while contributing to the well-being of our local community. Our aim is to continuously assess and improve our sustainability performance, identify gaps, set goals, and create action plans.

Blue Heron Cruises wish to acknowledge that we cruise on the waters and have land based visitor services in the Territory of the Anishinabek Nation: The People of the Three Fires known as Ojibway, Odawa, and Pottawatomie Nations. And further Blue Heron Cruises give thanks to the Chippewas of Saugeen, and the Chippewas of Nawash, known collectively as the Saugeen Ojibway Nation, as the traditional keepers of this land.

Blue Heron Cruises is committed to doing business in a way that is culturally enriching, environmentally sustainable, and is of benefit to our community. Blue Heron Cruises provides recreational travel and environmental and cultural experiences in a beautiful, well-preserved environment while contributing to the well-being of our local community. We are working with GreenStep Solutions to achieve internationally recognized and verified sustainable tourism certification, a meaningful and powerful tool to help us credibly measure and celebrate our sustainability performance. Our aim is to continuously assess and improve our sustainability performance, identify gaps, set goals, and create action plans.

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