Touring on the Max our 29th Year!

Discover the Miramichi River aboard the Max Aitken, suited for all climate conditions. You'll love the view from the promenade deck. The Max Aitken is Transport Canada approved with washroom facilities and is fully licensed. Ninety minute bilingual tours, evening and dinner cruises or special events take on the magic of the river aboard our 50 passenger double decker!

We are pleased to be partnering with Rodd Miramichi Resort. Dine with us on the River and enjoy the best seafood. If you like to dine on the boardwalk, Vera’s Kitchen and Bar is ready to serve you before or after your cruise.

Cruise the river at sunset, book your special event or just make your event, special! We can arrange any kind of tour for you and your group. Click here for a full listing of services offered.

Call us at (506) 623-9821

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Bertha, the resident Canada Goose at the Miramichi Boating & Yacht Club Marina wants to be the Max Aitkens first touring passenger of the season.

"Bertha", the resident Canada Goose at the Miramichi Boating & Yacht Club Marina wants to be the Max Aitken's first touring passenger of the season. ... See MoreSee Less

4 weeks ago

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Don’t let it in there not potty trained

You sure she didn't follow from here lol

Love this!❤️

Awesome ❤️

Hope she pay hi hi hi

& she,ll leave her tracks !!!

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The Max Aitken launched today - May 12, 2023. The new touring season is about to begin. ... See MoreSee Less

4 weeks ago

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yay! got family from Ontario visiting & this is on the agenda 🙂

Thank you for sharing this!

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Captain Haché has been hard at work - shown here applying anti-fouling paint - and pre-season maintenance is just about completed.  Look for the Max Aitken to be On the River any day now.

Captain Haché has been hard at work - shown here applying anti-fouling paint - and pre-season maintenance is just about completed. Look for the Max Aitken to be "On the River" any day now. ... See MoreSee Less

4 weeks ago

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Looks awesome!! My son Marc and I are planning a trip to the Miramichi the week of the 18th of July. So anxious to see you all once again. Do we need to book in advance for the river tour ? Also would never go without a visit to Azade and Dorina.

Told ya it was easier to paint out of the water🤔🍺

This is a great tour of the Miramichi River for anyone who is interested..

Looking good!! Love love your tours!!

Took a tour last year. Awesome day !

Sometimes on Sunday evening cruises she goes by our house. I love seeing her go by.

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Day Adventure Tours

Located at beautiful Ritchie Wharf, in the heart of Miramichi, NB, you'll find the "Max Aitken.", Your fully bilingual Captain Hache is certified and your tour boat is fully equipped and Transport Canada approved. Up or down river, the choice is yours. Discover why the river is so rich in history with fascinating stories of the river's past as a french fortification and Acadian refuge.

You'll be entertained with stories of the Acadian refuge and shipbuilding years. Touch history with on board living history displays

Times

2pm, and throughout the day, 7 days a week from mid May through mid October.

Price (taxes included)

Adults: $20 per person
Students: $15 per person
Children under 6 (Accompanied by Parent): FREE

Services

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Weddings & Parties

The Max Aitken and Miramichi River Boat Tours is ship shape and ready to make all your wedding dreams come true.

Dining on the Max

Have dinner served from Rodd Miramichi River Lodge  on the Max Aitken. From a light lunch to full dinner.