Travelers considering a trip to Toronto Island are warned of long wait times and are urged to avoid periods of high traffic while a few ferries are out of service for repairs.

The city warned the community on social media Saturday about longer-than-normal wait times at the Jack Layton Ferry Terminal due to the Dragon Boat Festival on Center Island and good weather in the GTA.

“The ferry is busiest on weekends and holidays, from 10am to 2pm on the way to the islands and from 5.30pm to 9pm for return trips to the city,” the city said in a statement.

“Plan to travel during less busy times to avoid wait times.”

Two of the city’s five ferries are not operating and are not expected to return for a few weeks.

The affected watercraft are the Thomas Rennie and the Trillium, which together have a capacity of just over 1,700 passengers.

City officials suggest using water taxis instead or choosing another day to visit.

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