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VIP Zipper Cruise to Boldt Castle

  • photo by Buck Bay Media
  • photo by Larry Asam

The Museum is delighted to offer the exclusive opportunity of a VIP cruise to Hart Hotel guests staying at the 1000 Islands Harbor Hotel. Hotel guests who take the Cruise will:

  • Enjoy a 90-minute roundtrip cruise downriver with stunning view of Rock Island Light, Thousand Island International Bridge, and historic Millionaires Row aboard our 1930s designed, Staudacher-built Zipper.
  • Be provided lite snacks and drinks to enjoy aboard Zipper.
  • Take a 2+ hour self-guided tour of Boldt Castle (3 hours maximum stay on Heart Island).

Cost is $1600 for up to ten people or five couples (cost split between guests) including pickup at and return to the 1000 Islands Harbor Hotel, admission to Boldt Castle, and cooler of drinks and snacks. 

Pre-booking at least 48 hours in advance is required. To book your VIP Cruise today, contact Matt Perrin at 315.686.4104 ext. 247 or mattperrin@abm.org.

Cruise dates and times are dependent on Zipper’s availability and Boldt Castle’s open hours.

  • Our dock lift enables handicapped individuals to be easily and comfortably lifted into the ride boats. Please call ahead should use of the lift be required.
  • Museum captains are licensed Master Mariners by the United States Coast Guard (USCG). Our captains are not paid and volunteer their time to ABM. Tipping is at the guest’s discretion.
  • Museum vessels and equipment are inspected annually by the USCG.
  • Refund policy: There is a $100 non-refundable deposit for this cruise. All on-water programs are weather-dependent, and the Museum reserves the right to cancel and re-book boat rides. For a full refund, please contact us 48 hours in advance. In the event that the Museum needs to cancel your ride due to weather or mechanical issues, we will do our best to reschedule or issue a full refund.

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Museum Reopens May 2025

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750 Mary Street
Clayton, NY 13624
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