African Queen Key Largo

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99801 Overseas Hwy
Key Largo, FL 33037

The African Queen, an iconic vessel located in Key Largo, Florida, gained fame from the 1951 film featuring Humphrey Bogart and Katherine Hepburn. Built in 1912 in Lytham, England, she served the East Africa British Railways before becoming a beloved attraction in the United States since 1982.

This historic steamboat offers daily canal cruises in the Port Largo Canal area and is available for private events. Registered as a National Historic site, she celebrated her centennial in 2012 after being meticulously restored by Captain Lance Holmquist and his wife, Suzanne Holmquist.

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Terry L.
5/4/2025

The African Queen Key Largo 4-29-25 I booked this boat ride online which was very easy for my dad's 93rd birthday. He always loved the movie. He was shocked when he seen the African Queen and more...

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Kathy K.
3/10/2024

Seen in the Humphrey Bogart and Katharine Hepburn 1951 film "The African Queen" directed by John Huston, this restored 1912 steamboat now operates as a tourist cruise in Key Largo. This 30 foot...

A C.
6/6/2025

This was such a wonderful and so worthwhile, fun thing to do! Captain Duncan was such a gentleman! He was a plethora of knowledge about the history of the boat. It was a beautiful calm day and the...

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Annette B.
2/9/2023

Riding the African Queen put me in classic film fan heaven. I enjoyed the trivia on the boat as well as the discussion about the boat's history. You also get a lovely scenic view as you work your...

Maggie C.
12/16/2024

Was a fun trip and great captain. Was lovely way to spend the afternoon! Had fun doing movie trivia and learning more about the boat and movie.

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