What would be the BEST Thing to bring on a trip to Niagara Falls and on The Maid of the Mist-?

Question

I have no car but will go with a group. I know I will get wet and cant leave stuff on the bus but besides a water proof bag, what should I bring? And is the Boat ride bumpy?

Answer 1

A bar of soap!

Seriously though, bring a really warm sweater or jacket to wear under the rain gear they provide.  Plus if you layer, you can take the wet stuff off after and have dry clothes.  Boat ride won't give you sea sickness.

Answer 2

They'll give you a poncho to wear, which actually works quite well.  Wear shorts and sandals, because the poncho only goes to about your knees (depending on your height, obviously)... this way if (when) your legs and feet get wet, they'll dry quickly  :D

Other than that, just bring some cash, a camera, and an extra t-shirt in your waterproof bag!

The ride isn't really bumpy at all.  It's LOTS of fun though!

Have a great trip  :D

Answer 3

You didn't say when it is that you're going?  Of course, if it's now, the weather is nice and warm.  If it's later in the year, like maybe Oct. or Nov., it will be much colder and then you should make sure to bring a sweatshirt or jacket or whatever.

They do provide rain gear to wear and you will absolutely need to wear it on the Maid of the Mist.  It's an awesome experience and ride.

As far as what to bring for the trip to "see" Niagara Falls, you've gotta bring a camera.  The Falls are absolutely beautiful -- although I'm from the U.S., I must say that they are even nicer when looking at them from the Canadian side.  Just breath takig!