The luxury of silence in the heart of the tumult 

As the roar of engines takes over the streets of Montreal and the city pulses to the frenetic rhythm of Formula 1, an oasis of calm extends its hand: Bota Bota. 

Each year, this spectacular event transforms the Old Port into a stage of celebration, speed, and noise. And while this energy has its charm, it also leaves behind a certain dizziness — a deep need to slow down, breathe, and ground yourself. In this precise moment, in the aftermath, silence becomes a rare luxury. 

Silence: An invisible care 

At Bota Bota, silence is not an absence — it’s a subtle presence. One that wraps around you from the moment you arrive, inviting you to let go of unnecessary words and listen differently: to the lapping of the water, the birdsong, the creaking of the wood beneath your feet, the rhythm of your own breath. 

In a world saturated with stimulation, silence acts like a balm. It soothes the nervous system, reduces stress, and eases anxiety. It allows the mind to settle, the body to release, and the heart to refocus. 

After the noise, the need to return to oneself 

The Grand Prix, with its whirlwind of festivities, excess, and constant movement, can leave behind an invisible fatigue. A sensory saturation. Taking a few hours to reconnect with yourself in a space of quiet is an essential form of care — and one that’s often underestimated. 

By boarding Bota Bota during this high-octane weekend, you offer your mind something no podium ever could: a genuine pause, far from the spotlight. Here, silence becomes a soft victory. 

A way of life in counterpoint 

Bota Bota is more than a spa — it’s a philosophy of slowing down, a call for balance in a city that sometimes moves too fast. The contrast between the frenzy of the Grand Prix and the floating calm of the boat is all the more striking. 

While Montreal hums with the sound of engines, Bota Bota remains a peaceful haven, far from the chaos. Unlike the packed grandstands of the Gilles-Villeneuve circuit, our boat offers ample space to breathe, to slow down, to rest. Here, the rhythm is that of the water circuit: soothing heat, invigorating cold, and silence that restores. 

Book your timeless bubble during the Grand Prix — a precious escape from the noise.