Boat Trips Near Me

Families can enjoy a long cruise on a custom-built 55-seat catamaran in the Seabird Catamaran Cruise. You’ll sail around the island of Craigleith as well as Bass Rock. This exhilarating sea safari will open your kids up to the fascinating wildlife around them. This wildlife-spotting cruise lasts 1 hour. 

If you’re looking for more wildlife thrills, check out the Three Islands Seabird Safari too. You’ll see a fleet of puffins, guillemots and even some dolphins too! You’ll travel from North Berwick Harbour and head out around the islands of the Lamb, to Craigleith and of course back to the famous Bass Rock. This experience costs slightly more. This boat trip will last 1 hour and 15 minutes.

Strap on your helmets, zip up your wetsuits and get paddling! Sail towards famous locations like the star-studded ‘Game of Thrones’ filming location,  Ballintoy Harbour (it’s the ‘Iron Isles’). Have your GoPro ready to capture breathtaking memories, like the first time you see Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge or Kinbane Castle.

This 2-hour excursion starts at the beautiful Ballintoy Harbour where you will head towards Elephant Rock and then return back to Ballintoy Harbour. The Elephant Rock Paddle is a hive for family fun and if you’re looking for boat trips near me in Northern Ireland that include watersports, this is the perfect attraction for you. 

The minimum age for this attraction is 15 years old.

Feel the wind in your sails and view the Irish Sea from the angle of a storyteller. Travel through waters that have inspired thousands of years of myths and legends. Keep your eye out for mystical entities and the miraculous wildlife that live down below. Don’t hold back on asking questions and let out your inner child. Have a go at manning the helm and seek out your innate explorer! 

Make sure you pack some waterproof clothing as you’re in for a bumpy ride… Open your hearts, and minds as you explore the wonders of Northern Ireland.

We LOVE the sunset cruise for many reasons, one of the main ones being you can see thousands of nesting birds when you visit between May and the end of July. Observe a diverse collection of birds from Puffins, Guillemots, Terns, and Kittiwakes, to Shags and Cormorants. There are also 3 to 4 thousand grey seals in the Farne Islands which you can see basking on the craggy rocks. 

Take in the majestic coastline and drink up the spectacular sunset views. Can you see Bamburgh Castle peeking through the landscape? Farne Island Boat Trips are excellent wildlife boat trips that will capture your little ones’ hearts. Book now! 

We’re focusing on the sightseeing river cruises and here’s why… Families can explore Newcastle’s most famous landmarks like Millenium Bridge and St Peter’s Basin. Enjoy light refreshments on the boat as you sail down the calming river. Plan your next excursions as you spot all the fancy quayside restaurants and shops. 

There are lots of other amazing boat experiences aside from the Quay-To-City tours. Make sure you check out Quay-To-Countryside or Quay-To-Sea tours if you wish to escape the city. These tours run between 2-3 hours.

There is a wide range of trips available to tailor to your needs & interests. Why not see local historical sites like Wray Castle or mix and match your tour with walking and sailing on the Springtime Walk Cruise? Each trip lasts from 45 minutes to a whopping 48 hours! 

Hire out some motor boats and explore the lakeside independently for just £40! Psst, your four-legged friend can hop aboard too! Children under 16 go free on the motorboat experience, which makes this excursion that little bit sweeter.

Famous for its diverse wildlife, Wye river & Valley is said to be the birthplace of British tourism since the 18th century! Its peaceful location, buzzing wildlife, and long list of outdoor adventures make it an ideal family hotspot. 

Spot Atlantic Salmon, kingfishers, otters, white-clawed crayfish, bats and so many more interesting creatures. 

Head for the heights and go Aqueduct Canoeing in Llangollen, North Wales – it’s the highest aqueduct in the world! Gaze over a 126ft drop that overlooks the River Dee and pass through the ‘gateway to North Wales’. This activity is truly one of a kind! Each session lasts up to 2.5 hours. 

Another epic outdoor activity we recommend trying out alongside the epic boat trips is River Tubing. This 3-hour session includes tackling the Serpents Tail rapid, surfing waves, and dodging tubing obstacles in the river. You should definitely make a day of it and add this exciting activity to your day out. 

See first-hand the waterways which kickstarted the industrial revolution while also partaking in a few quirky activities and events. Brindley Cruises hold a range of seasonal events throughout the year like the Fish & Chips Cruise, The Quiz Cruise, Valentine’s Meals, Gin Cruises, the chance to meet Santa and lots more!

Whether you are a local Brummie or you’ve planned a city escape in the West Midlands, you should definitely hop aboard. Psst, Brindley Place is a popular destination for bars and restaurants, so make sure you get a tasty bite to eat to finish off your day trip.  

Avon Boating operates a sightseeing cruise and a gin cruise in partnership with the Shakespeare Distillery. See the most impressive sights from the Royal Shakespeare Theatres to the Warwickshire countryside. Want to shake things up a little? Those over 18 years old can sail down the river sipping on sharp, fragrant or dry gins with a tonic of their choice in the Gin Tour. Psst, you’ll even get a souvenir glass to take home with you! 

This gin boating experience is a great gift for mother’s day, father’s day or even family birthdays. These cruises operate between March and October.

You can also climb aboard during daytime cruises and evening cruises. Families can dine on the water or sit out on the verandah. This two-story boat makes for a seriously serene day out. Live the high life as you tuck into a chocolate gateau overlooking the glorious River Trent. 

If you are looking for seasonal events you should try out the Winter Warmer Cruise. Tuck into a two-course dinner with hand-carved roast pork loin or roast chicken breast, with all the best trimmings. You’ll be waited on and treated like royalty! 

Skills and Drills weekends give you the opportunity to get to practice things like berthing, sail trim, helming and more. Try out the Mile Builder and log each trip in a notebook like a proper explorer!

Spend your Summers sailing around the Channel Islands for 7 days and become the ultimate skipper!

This spellbinding tour will take you on a journey from Lee Bay to the Hangman Hills. Your enthusiastic hosts will make sure you feel safe and keep you informed as you sail across the turquoise waters. Uncover secrets of the sea and spot seals bathing on nearby rocks. 

If you’re a little scared of boats then the RIB boat is the perfect boat to try out first, as it’s unsinkable, super nifty and rides smoothly through even the roughest of waters! You can get a lot closer to sea creatures too.