Explore Nature and History on Windsor’s Peche Island!
Discover the captivating beauty of Peche Island this summer! The City of Windsor is once again offering both guided and self-guided tours to this hidden gem.
Discover Peche Island Guided Tour
The Discover Peche Island guided tour is a great way to learn about the history of the island! This two-hour tour allows you to enjoy a relaxing one-hour guided boat tour around the island while learning about its cultural history. The tour then stops for one hour on the island, where there is also a guided leisurely 2-kilometre (1.24-mile) stroll along the island’s trail.
The Discover Peche Island tours start on Saturday, July 4, 2026, and run every Friday and Saturday from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. until August 29, 2026. Ticket price is $35 per person.
Peche Island Self-Guided Tours
Peche Island Self-guided Tours are a great opportunity for those who prefer to move at their own pace! Catch a boat ride to the island and explore trails, canals and historic ruins across 86 acres of land.
The Peche Island Self-Guided Tours start on Saturday, June 20, 2026. Tour dates vary and are available on the Peche Island Tours web page, and each tour runs from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. with the final return trip to the marina at 2 p.m. (weather permitting). Admission is $13.00 per seat.
All tours depart from Lakeview Park Marina, 9200 Riverside Drive East. You can book either tour by email at CRBC@CityWindsor.ca or call 519-255-1161.
Tips for Your Trip:
- Ensure you come prepared with your photo identification (ID) along with protection against bugs and the sun.
- Bring water bottles to stay hydrated as well as a compact personal bag, such as a purse or backpack.
- Don’t forget your binoculars to enhance your island exploration.
- Please ensure that you carry out whatever you bring in.
Add a visit to Windsor’s Peche Island to your seasonal must-do list, and explore this hidden gem!