First Time Aboard the Spa | Relaxation & Water Circuit

Welcome to the Bota Bota

The Bota Bota experience is first and foremost a moment of deep relaxation, possible thanks to the surrounding silence and a breathtaking view of Montreal.
Here you can enjoy the water circuit on the boat and in the gardens, care tailored to your needs and our restaurant which offers the best possible flavors. From thermotherapy to complete well-being, discover this mythical place in Montreal where relaxation becomes a journey.

In an timeless world, float.

Do not miss

The city sauna
A cold bath
A 60 minute massage
The hot tub on the second deck
The hamock room in the gardens

Enjoy thermotherapy

Step 1 : Heat

[10 à 20 minutes] The thermal experience starts off in the heat. Contrary to popular beliefs, the water circuit does not start in the hot baths, but rather in the dry sauna or the steam bath. With it’s analgesic properties, the dry sauna helps muscles relax all while relieving muscular pains. Let yourself be enveloped by the heat and evacuate your toxins in a completely natural way. This first step will not only benefit your body but also your mind. The worries of everyday life will evaporate little by little, as small droplets escape from your pores.

Step 2 : Cold

[15 to 60 seconds] The second stage of the thermal experience consists of a short dip in the cold bath. If it is too cold for your liking, the showers are also an excellent way to get through this step. For those of you who dread the cold: this stop is the shortest on the list but also the most beneficial to the body. It is a step not to be missed: it accelerates the heartbeat and tightens the pores of the skin. Combined with some heat, the cold not only stimulates senses, but it also promotes the production of white blood cells, relieves aches, all while increasing the production of well-deserved endorphins. Not so bad after all, right?

Step 3 : Relaxation

[20 minutes] The third stage of the water circuit takes place in the relaxation areas. Try them all or pick your favorite from the sun loungers, beanbags or hammocks. From hot to cold, your body has already been through a lot. It is now time to stabilize your heart rate in a quiet and peaceful environment.

What do I need on board?

Bring the necessary for a relaxing stay: your swimsuit, sandals, a reusable water bottle and why not a book! We offer an on-site bathrobe, towel and locker.

Did you know?

In another life, the Bota Bota was a ferryboat, floating across the water. Since December 2010, however, it has been docked in the Old Port, for your greatest pleasure!

Behavior on board

The Bota Bota is a place of total relaxation, silence on board is very important. In order to keep you calm and relaxed, cellphones and cameras are forbidden on site. The gardens are the place to meet up with others where discussions, in a low voice, are allowed. However, we acknowledge that the spa experience can also be a social one. That’s why, on Thursdays, passengers are allowed to speak on the boat (as well as in the gardens, as usual). Limited cellphone use will also be permitted to avoid disrupting other passengers’ experiences.

Eat on board

Be sure not to miss our truly unique restaurant with a seasonal menu at reasonable prices. Our culinary offering, which favours health, flavour and delicacy, is continually enhanced with fresh local produce from the Quebec region; this makes it easy for us to spoil our clientele without consequence. In addition, the restaurant features a floating dining room on the St. Lawrence River, with a breathtaking view of the Old Port of Montreal. Alone or with guests, stop by our restaurant to quench your thirst and appetite with our simple and subtle dishes.

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