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Tobermory ↔ Manitoulin Island

Venture into the heart of Canada’s wilderness with daily seasonal ferry service connecting Manitoulin Island and the Bruce Peninsula.

Please note the 2026 Sailing Season for the Tobermory-Manitoulin Island route has closed.

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Route Details

  • Tobermory, Bruce Peninsula to South Baymouth, Manitoulin Island
  • Crossing Time: 1 hour, 45 minutes (peak season), 2 hours (off-peak season)
  • Daily Sailings: 2026 season has ended. 2027 sailing dates coming soon
  • Drive-on/Drive-off Vessel
  • Walk-on Passengers, Vehicle Passengers, Commercial Freight, Pets, Bicycles
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Schedule & Fares

Explore upcoming sailings aboard the MS Chi-Cheemaun, review passenger and vehicle fares, and start planning your journey between Manitoulin Island and the Bruce Peninsula.

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Ferry

MS Chi-Cheemaun

Since its maiden voyage in 1974, the MS Chi-Cheemaun (Ojibwe for the “Big Canoe”) has been a fixture in the waters of Georgian Bay. It's instantly recognizable by its colourful hull painted in the Woodland style. The ship features an open-air viewing deck, contemporary art gallery, climate-controlled lounges, and onboard gift shop, Boatique.

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Offers

Loyalty Stamp Card

Set sail for savings aboard the MS Chi-Cheemaun with our free Loyalty Stamp Card. Collect stamps throughout the season and get your tenth vehicle crossing on us. Only valid for the current sailing season.

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Travel Information

Plan ahead for a smooth-sailing experience with helpful resources on accessibility, cancellations, and how to modify your booking.

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MS Chi-cheemaun

Tobermory to Manitoulin Island Travel Information

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MV Pelee Islander & MV Pelee Islander II

Leamington/Kingsville to Pelee Island Travel Information

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MV Niska I

Moosonee to Moose Factory Island Travel Information

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Other Routes

Our seasonal ferry services offer a dependable connection between local communities in northern and southwestern Ontario.

Please note the 2026 Sailing Season for the Tobermory / Manitoulin Island and the Moosonee / Moose Factory Island routes have closed.

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Leamington/Kingsville <> Pelee Island <> Sandusky

Sail the western basin of Lake Erie to the sundrenched vineyards and scenic shores of Pelee Island aboard the Pelee Islander ferries.
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Moosonee ↔ Moose Factory Island

Our landing craft-style vessel offers passenger and vehicle transport across the Moose River to Ontario's oldest trading post aboard the Niska.
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Route & Ferry FAQs

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