Britain · BOAT TOURS IN CORNWALL
One spare day, too many options. These 7 boat tours in Cornwall are the ones that repay the slot, with the price, the length and the catch on each.
Ride from Penzance to Land’s End on a wildlife-led RIB tour with cliffs, dolphins, seals, tuna, and Cornish coastal views.
“Guides were informative, entertaining, and knowledgeable. A fascinating combination of wildlife, landscape and history. Plus it was really fun to sit on the "jockey" seats and fly through the waves.”
Ride Cornwall’s open-top RIB from Padstow to spot grey seals, dolphins, and seabirds with a lively local guide.
“The boat safari trip was excellent from start to finish. At the kiosk we were welcomed by a very friendly member of the team, and instructed how to don our lifejackets. We were offered waterproofs...which effectively kept the wind and the sea spray off! Emma and George ensured we got safely aboard and we were given a safety briefing. The trip was great fun, and although the seals were shy, we saw seabirds working the waters. As George headed further along the coast we were treated to a pod of dolphins playing alongside. Emma gave us loads of info about seals, shags, cormorants and dolphins. All in all we had…”
Take a private two-hour speedboat tour from Mylor Harbour to Cornwall's creeks, castles, coves, and coastline with local skipper Giles.
“The boat trip was great and Giles was really helpful throughout! I would recommend to anyone.”
Review of Cornwall’s 2.5-hour boat trip from Penzance to Hayle, with coastal views, wildlife, history, practical tips, and honest drawbacks.
“Skipper Jack and guide Zack were friendly, thoughtful, helpful and informative. We loved the interaction and the flexibility of the experience with care taken to ensure everyone was having a good time. Luckily we happened upon a pod of at least 30 dolphins. Jack allowed plenty of time to get the most out of the opportunity. The trip provides a wonderful perspective of the Cornish coast. Booking was easy and all the information we needed was provided along with the confirmation. We appreciated the waterproof clothing provided but would recommend sunglasses for the spray and sunscreen even if it’s not a sunny day. Would thoroughly recommend but anyone who is…”
Review of the Mounts Bay boat trip from Penzance, with wildlife, coastal views, marine biology guides, price, access, and practical tips.
Review of Cornwall’s 2.5-hour boat trip from Hayle to Penzance, with sea wildlife, Land’s End views, history, practical tips, and value advice.
“Wonderful experience. Captain Jack and guide Zac were brilliant, chilled and laid back but also knowledgeable about the local wildlife, ecology, geology and mining history. Sea was a little rough setting out from Hayle but was nice and calm after rounding lands end. We were geared up with a waterproof/windproof jacket and life vest. Saw playful seals, leaping tuna, bristle dolphins and various seabirds in a packed 2.5 hours. Local geology is breathtaking. The trip also offered different view of Longships lighthouse and Minack theatre from the sea. Felt in safe hands throughout despite being out at sea.”
Ride from Hayle to Hell’s Mouth past Godrevy Lighthouse, seals, dolphins, and rugged Cornish cliffs on a lively one-hour boat trip.
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