The history of navigation on Okanagan Lake dates back over a hundred years to 1893 when the C.P.R. commissioned the first ship, the "Aberdeen" to service the growing number of agricultural and mining settlements located along the shores of the 80 mile long lake. Over successive decades, larger and faster ships were built to accommodate the growing numbers of passengers, mail and supplies, becoming a way of life in the Okanagan Valley until the mid-1930’s.
From the romance of moonlight cruises to the hectic pace of the late summer’s fruit rush, the lake boats were always a popular setting for dances, weddings, service club outings and special charters.

Originally named the “M.V. Lequime”, the Fintry Queen was built in Vancouver in 1948, then shipped by rail in sections to Kelowna, where she became a car and passenger ferry crossing Okanagan Lake. Several ferries operated between downtown Kelowna and Westbank until the completion of the Floating Bridge in 1958.

Ten years later, she was reborn as the “Fintry Queen” to carry passengers between Kelowna and the community of Fintry. Over the years, decks and equipment have been added to provide service for up to 325 passengers.

The Fintry Queen is a unique environment for meetings, weddings, small or large tour groups, banquets or special event functions. The lower deck offers a dining room, dance floor and lounge. The upper deck offers both an open-air and sheltered travelling experience. The natural beauty of Okanagan Lake is your backdrop to a “once in a lifetime” setting.