CHRISTMAS LIGHT CANAL CRUISES
A Punta Gorda Tradition for 50 years!
Reservations for December 2025 now open





Punta Gorda Christmas Light Canal Cruises

These popular, family-oriented cruises tour the residential canals in Punta Gorda to view Christmas lights, displays and decorations on houses, seawalls and docks that have been placed there by the residents for the enjoyment of passing boaters. Our large, two-deck vessels offer great viewing of the lights and are stable, comfortable and easy to board. King Fisher Fleet has been cruising the Punta Gorda canals for 50 years. Come for a ride with us and join the fun!
These trips sell out quickly, so advance reservations are a must!
Charlotte Lady
Double-Decker Tour BoatHelen M
Double-Decker Tour BoatMiss Elissa
Double-Decker Tour BoatWe use multiple boats for these trips. You will be booking for a specific boat. If another party will be making a reservation separately and you would like to be on the same boat, please ensure they select the same boat at time of reservation.
We have two cruise options to choose from:
Classic Christmas Light Canal Cruise
1 hour duration
Departure times: 6 pm · 7:30 pm · 8 pm · 9 pm
Adults: $35+tax
Children 3-11: $25+tax
Under 3: Free
Groups 45+ Adults: $31.50+tax
- 1 Hour
- All Ages
Book this hour-long cruise to see Christmas lights in the Punta Gorda canals and find out why canal cruising during the Holidays has been a tradition in Punta Gorda for more than 50 years!
- 1 Hour
- All Ages
Book this hour-long cruise to see Christmas lights in the Punta Gorda canals and find out why canal cruising during the Holidays has been a tradition in Punta Gorda for more than 50 years!
Sunset Cruise / Christmas Light Canal Cruise Combo
2 hour duration
Departure time: 5 pm
Adults: $50+tax
Children 3-11: $40+tax
Under 3: Free
Groups 45+ Adults: $45+tax
- 2 Hours
- All Ages
This two hour cruise spends the first hour on the open waters of Charlotte Harbor looking for dolphins and watching the sunset, then heads into the Punta Gorda canals for the second hour to look at the Christmas Lights and displays.
- 2 Hours
- All Ages
This two hour cruise spends the first hour on the open waters of Charlotte Harbor looking for dolphins and watching the sunset, then heads into the Punta Gorda canals for the second hour to look at the Christmas Lights and displays.
Private Charters

Want the whole tour boat for your holiday party or special event? Private charters for large groups are available for those wanting to reserve an entire tour boat for their guests only. We can accommodate groups up to 125 people. Email marketing@kingfisherfleet.com or call 941-639-0969 for rates and availability.
A Top-Rated Holiday Activity in Punta Gorda, FL ★★★★★

Great views of the bay and most entertaining history lesson about south Florida by our captain. Mates Vince and Lindsey were running up and down both decks taking orders and seeing to it that kids got their special treats as well as serving the “adult beverages” to us. Recommend bringing a jacket if you’re doing the Christmas lights tour but the day time one that we did today was very pleasant.
– cerise • Tripadvisor
This is the third time my family and I have enjoyed the Christmas Cruise to see the canal Christmas lights. This however was the first time our 7yo grandson had taken the cruise and he loved it! This is the perfect holiday event to get you in the holiday spirit. Captain Rickey Duet and mates Brenda and Brad made our experience the BEST!
– Cynthia D. • Tripadvisor
This 2 hour New Years Eve cruise to see the last sunset of 2023 over Port Charlotte Harbor, followed by a cruise through the Punta Gorda canals to view the Christmas Lights was truly magical and fun from start to finish! What made the cruise really special was the personal attention given everyone on board by Captain Rick and mates Boston Mike and Ray. My husband and I look forward to trying other cruises offered by the King Fisher Fleet!
– Peggy • Tripadvisor
This was a super fun experience! Very cool to see all the Christmas lights. A great family activity. My two sons 9 and 6 had a blast!
– Amanda • Tripadvisor
Went on a sunset/Christmas light tour for two hours from 5-7 p.m. Well worth the money and highly recommended. Incredible views and saw dolphins too! Big props to captain Rick and mates Suzanne and Robbie. Thanks you guys!
– Keith • Tripadvisor