As you read this article, you’ll learn about the best Niagara Falls tour companies:
- Gray Line Niagara Falls, which offers four different tours of Niagara Falls
- Over the Falls Tours, which provides private guided tours
- The Niagara Falls Tour Company, which provides winery tours
Niagara Falls is only a 30-minute drive from Buffalo, NY, which is why so many tourists choose to stay there when visiting the falls. In addition to finding a comfortable hotel, you must book a tour to experience the falls in all their glory. However, there are dozens of options — how can you pick the perfect tour?
The first step is figuring out what you want from it. Do you want to be out on the water, or would you rather see the falls from their height? Are you alright with getting wet, or would you prefer to stay dry during your trip? No matter your preferences, there’s a tour that’s sure to tick all the boxes.
You also want to book with a reliable company that delivers on its promises. To that end, we’ve compiled a list of 10 Niagara Falls tour companies that have great reviews and offer the journey of a lifetime.
1. Bike the Falls Tours
Active individuals who love the beauty of nature may appreciate a different kind of Niagara Falls tour: biking. Bike the Falls Tours was created for guests who want to follow the trails and explore the area on their terms. Along the way, groups stop at sight-seeing points to snap photos and enjoy the gorgeous views. Tours are available for the following locations:
- The Niagara Gorge
- The Upper Rapids
- American Falls
- Horseshoe Falls
- Bridal Veil Falls
2. Niagara City Cruises
Niagara City Cruises offers an up-close tour of the Canadian side of the falls. The Voyage to the Falls Tour brings visitors into the mists via the Hornblower, a two-story ferry. The tour provides guests with recyclable ponchos, so no worries if you forget your umbrella at the hotel.
Both evening and day trips are available, and tours include views of the following:
- Bridal Veil Falls
- Horseshoe Falls
- American Falls
- Niagara Gorge
3. Gray Line Niagara Falls
This company has several tours for Niagara Falls and Buffalo, NY. In fact, there are four options for individuals who want to see the falls up close:
- Evening Illumination Tour
- Cataract Region Highlights Tour
- Maid in America Tour
- Rainbow Tour
All four tours are approximately 4 hours in length and guided. The Evening Illumination Tour takes you to the falls during the evening when the waterfalls are lit up with colorful lights for a unique experience. The other three tours are scheduled during the day.
4. Maid of the Mist Boat Tour
Individuals who want to see the falls up close won’t find a better trip than the Maid of the Mist Boat Tour. Named after the boat that brings guests within splashing distance of the falls, this tour has delighted visitors for nearly 200 years.
Maid of the Mist boats depart every 15 minutes, which means you don’t have to plan your day around departure. Trips take a total of 20 minutes, so you have plenty of time to go on more adventures.
5. Niagara Falls Adventure Tours
Friendly guides can make all the difference, which is why Niagara Falls Adventure Tours only hires knowledgeable, visitor-oriented guides. Guests interested in the history of the falls will enjoy seeing the sights with an expert leading the way. Tours include a visit to the Cave of Winds (the caverns behind the falls) and a ride on the Maid of the Mist.
6. Over the Falls Tours
Over the Falls Tours offers a wide variety of packages, including private tours. When you choose a private package, you get an exclusive tour with your group, led by an expert guide. There are packages for the American side, Canadian side, and even both. Tours are typically 5 hours, though if you choose to explore both sides in one trip, the tour can last up to 7 hours.
7. Rainbow Air
There’s nothing quite like seeing Niagara Falls from the sky. While the Skylon Tower offers beautiful views, you can’t get 360-degree optics. To provide guests with a unique experience that’s sure to become one of their favorite memories, Rainbow Air offers helicopter rides over the falls.
The ride lasts 10 minutes and provides a birds-eye view of the entire location. Guests are encouraged to take pictures of the majestic sight — after all, you won’t get this kind of snapshot anywhere else.
8. See Sight Tours
See Sight Tours specializes in small tour groups. If you have small children or just want to have a more personalized experience, See Sight Tour packages may be a perfect option.
This company offers diverse packages, including these:
- Helicopter tour
- Shuttle to Niagara-on-the-Lake
- Boat tours to the falls
9. Niagara Falls Tour Company
If you’re staying in Buffalo, NY, the Niagara Falls Tour Company may be the perfect option for a Niagara Falls tour. It offers a Buffalo to Niagara Falls USA Tour, which can pick up guests from nearly any Niagara Falls hotel, making your trip convenient and comfortable.
Additionally, this company offers winery tours in both the U.S. and Canada. You can taste wine from the finest vineyards in the Niagara Falls area and even bring back a bottle as a souvenir.
10. Whirlpool Jet Boat Tours
The Whirlpool Jet Boat Tours are a little different from your traditional Niagara Falls tours. You get to explore the following in a jet boat:
- Devil’s Hole Rapids
- Niagara Whirlpool
- Niagara Gorge
The trip is perfectly safe yet offers a rush of adrenaline for thrillseekers. As you might imagine, there’s a lot of spray, so covered and uncovered boats are provided, allowing guests to choose how dry they stay.
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