Boat trips

Cruise through Cornwall’s stunning coastline and wildlife

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Get out there on the water and explore the crazy Cornish coastline in one of our 500hp, 10 metre RIBS.

We operate from both Padstow and Rock and can access the most scenic and unspoilt coastline in Cornwall. Regularly we see a diverse range of sea-life. Including birds, seals, dolphins and even the occasional whale. Whether it’s fun for friends and family, or you’re looking to hire a private charter, we depart from Padstow, Rock and Port Isaac.

Locations

Available from Rock, Padstow and Port Isaac

For the Animal Lover

Seals, dolphins, porpoises, whales, puffins, shags, cormorants, gannets and more

Durations

Our trips are 90 minutes, one hour or three hours

Experienced Skipper & Guide

Our skippers hold a commercial endorsed advanced power qualification

Brilliant two hour sea safari today, the wonderful weather and calm seas helped, but also felt totally relaxed as the rib raced across the water. Our guide clearly knew the local area and coastline, full of interesting information, and we did indeed see puffins, Dolphins, a seal, and even a bizarre sun fish! Highly recommended.

Alistair M - March 2023

Outstanding. So kind to my three year old who didn’t want to get on. Saw seals dolphins and puffins. Flexible to do one-hour trips when most only do two hours. Will be back.

Anna P - June 2023

Just a fantastic ride. Met by skipper Dave, quickly renamed captain Dave by our two girls. We all loved the speed, bumps, and waves, the dolphins (albeit very briefly) the seals and bird life. The trips into the coves and information and stories about the surrounding coastline were great. Just a fantastic way to see such a beautiful part of the world from a completely different vantage point. The whole trip was worth every single penny. Thankyou.

Guy W - June 2023

Absolutely amazing!! Andy was so informative and really made the experience! We didn’t expect to see too much as it’s all down to luck so having dolphins come right up to the boat was breath-taking! Would highly recommend.

Jade H - June 2023

Great trip! Felt very lucky to see both dolphins and puffins. Friendly, knowledgeable skipper.

Jill P - May 2023

We went out on a 2hr boat ride, which was an incredible experience that we would recommend for everyone. Beautiful, dramatic coastline and lots of interesting snippets of local history as we pulled up into stunning little coves and old ports on the way. We were lucky enough to see 3 seals sunbathing on rocks and bobbing in the sea, which was lovely. Also the ladies that were organising the tours, could not have been nicer and went above and beyond to ensure we all got to go out together. Highly recommend that you don't miss out on this incredible experience. 10 out of 10!

Martin S - March 2023

We went out on a 2hr boat ride, which was an incredible experience that we would recommend for everyone. Beautiful, dramatic coastline and lots of interesting snippets of local history as we pulled up into stunning little coves and old ports on the way. We were lucky enough to see 3 seals sunbathing on rocks and bobbing in the sea, which was lovely. Also the ladies that were organising the tours, could not have been nicer and went above and beyond to ensure we all got to go out together. Highly recommend that you don't miss out on this incredible experience. 10 out of 10!

Oliver M - March 2023

Great trip, and value for money. Saw puffins and dolphins that played alongside the boat. Jake had a lot of knowledge about the area which all added to the experience. Would thoroughly recommend this adventure.

Patricia H - May 2023

A brilliant 90 mins. Saw lots of dolphins and the views of the coastline were spectacular. Very friendly person on the RIB. Thanks.

Paul C - March 2023

Our skipper for the trip was Andy, also a helmsman at the Port Isaac lifeboat station, who has a wealth of knowledge of the marine environment and local area. Andy took us out for a two hour trip where we saw a lot of bird life but sadly no dolphins (each of the other trips that day had been lucky). The trip was peppered with stops to hear stories of the land and people as well as the sea, which our kids (age range 3-6 ish) loved. One of your younger ones fell as sleep despite the chop. Loved it!

Robbie B - March 2023

Without a doubt a highlight of our holiday in Cornwall. My two boys, aged 11 and 17, loved it. The sea was choppy but this added to the trip and we felt safe with the expert and knowledgeable Andy, who did his best to find some wildlife for us. Who knew Sunfish visit U.K. waters? This is a must-do for any visit to the area.

Stephen O - March 2023

Brilliant brilliant brilliant. Three of us went and we all really enjoyed it. We saw dolphins close and upfront. They were weaving up to underneath the boat. I would say, if you don’t like fairground rides you probably shouldn’t go! But if you like exciting boat trips then this is just for you. Take warm clothes, even if it looks like it’s a sunshiny day.

Timothy W - May 2023

FAQs

  • Are lifejackets and waterproofs included?

    All our boats have life jackets for each passenger. Waterproofs are not supplied but we recommend you bring one on board and dress for the elements, the weather can change quickly.

  • Are there any age restrictions for your boat trips?

    There is no age limit for our boat trips or charters.

  • Do you offer trips for family celebrations and memorials?

    We offer private trips and charters for these occasions. Get in touch for more info.

  • What if I have mobility issues?

    We endeavour to make all of our boat trips accessible to everyone and is usually from a pontoon at Padstow or Rock. If you have any mobility issues please contact the office before booking and we can advise on the best time and departure point. During spring tides there is occasionally a walk along the beaches during low tide at both Padstow and Rock. Access onto our boats from the beaches is via a small household stepladder.

  • What’s the minimum number of people needed to run a boat trip?

    Our Private Sea Safaris always run. Any Sea Safari sold by the seat requires a minimum booking of four seats to run.