Dorset Boat Tours

Hit the waves and you can experience Dorset’s picturesque waterways and dramatic Jurassic Coast by boat.

There’s so much fabulous scenery to drink in when in Dorset and there really is no better viewpoint than from the water!

All aboard!

Greenslade Pleasure Boats offer daily pleasure cruises from Poole Quay giving you an unforgettable sightseeing experience. You can cruise along the Jurassic Coast, take a trip over to Brownsea Island or enjoy a leisurely trip around Poole Harbour.

From Wareham, hop on a genuine Admiralty motor whaler with Wareham River Cruises for an entertaining and informative town history river cruise or join a bird watching cruise to Poole Harbour. You can also cruise along the River Frome on the Paddle Steamer Monarch - the world's smallest commercial paddle steamer.

Kick back and relax on a sundowner cruise

This popular evening cruise from City Cruises Poole will take you around the islands and past the beautiful beaches and bays of Poole Harbour and then out to the beginning of the Jurassic Coast where you can catch the sunset at Old Harry Rocks.

Depending on your interests, you can also enjoy a birdwatching cruise, a sea-train adventure or a fireworks cruise, not forgetting the unmissable seasonal events where you can watch the Bournemouth Air Show from the sea or Sail with Santa.

Exclusive hire

If you’re after something a little more tailored, Sirius Boat Charters give you the opportunity to charter a twin-engined motor boat for a unique day out from Weymouth. Tour the 2012 Olympic Sailing venues, Portland Bill and the glorious Dorset Jurassic Coast.

Being the sole clients, the boat is yours for the duration of the trip! You can swim from the bathing platform at the back when at anchor if you want, stop for lunch along the coast (or catch your own mackerel) and even have a go at driving the boat yourself.

You’ll never want to return home!

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If after reading this you can’t wait to come down to Dorset to experience it all, then you’ll want to know where you can stay.

Rest your head on a plush pillow or camp under the stars, it’s up to you – we’re here waiting to welcome you to delightful Dorset!

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Get Lost Sailing 🚤 Ultimate Fast Powerboat Rides!

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Power Boating

The Quay, POOLE

Ahoy all adventurers, explorers and sea folk! Join Captain Noel and his Skipper Dominic for one of the best experiences in Dorset on the only fast powerboat to run from Poole Harbour. We guarantee that your experience will not only exhilarate all...

Price £25.00 to £250.00 Per Ticket
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117 reviews
Moonfleet Adventure Sailing

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Boat Trip

SWANAGE

Here’s a real opportunity for both novice and sailor to try your hand at classic tall-ship sailing around Southern England’s stunning Jurassic coastline and the fascinating chalk downlands of The Isle of Purbeck and The Isle of Wight.

Price £15.00 to £70.00 Per Ticket
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62 reviews
Adventure 4 All

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Adventure Sport Centre

Adventure 4 All are specialists in Outdoor Adventure. Their activities go beyond your expectations to give you an experience second to none. Their core activities include Coasteering, Stand Up Paddleboarding and Rock Climbing.
Condor Ferries

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Boat Trip

POOLE

Enjoy a day trip to Guernsey from Poole with Condor Ferries.
Special Offers
- Discover the beautiful Island of Guernsey with our half price daytrip offer.
  
  Going by foot, you’ll be spoilt for choice of what you can you do on this beautiful Island. Immerse yourself in the Island's rich past or try out the local cuisine. Travel high-speed from Poole and arrive in a few short hours.
  
  Whilst onboard you'll find everything from fish and chips to craft beer and Costa coffee. And with savings up to 40% in our Duty-Free Shop, there’s even more reasons to treat yourself to this amazing day out!
  
  To book, enter promo code “Visit17” online.
  
  Terms and Conditions
  Subject to availability. Exclusion dates apply. Valid for departures up to 5 January 2018, excluding Saturdays where a £5 supplement applies. Must book by 31st October 2017. Foot passengers only. Offer not applicable to groups of ten or more. Bookings are non-transferable and non-refundable once confirmed. Outbound and return journeys must be completed in the same day. Frequent Traveller Discount does not apply. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. Valid on new bookings only. Bookings made over the phone or at the port are subject to a £4 booking fee.
  
  Exclusion dates
  27th-, 28th and 29th October 2017 22nd,23rd,29th and 30th December 2017
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City Cruises Poole

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Boat Trip

Poole

Cruises operate daily from Poole Quay and Swanage Pier (1st April - 29th October 2017).
We offer a wide selection of cruises along the Jurassic coast, trips to the Victorian resort at Swanage and the Steam Railway, Poole Harbour cruises,...

Price £5.00 to £25.00 Per Ticket
Tall Ship Pelican - Adventure Under Sail

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Boat Trip

Weymouth

Did you know that Dorset has its very own tall ship?
Based on the beautiful Jurassic coastline - a UNESCO World Heritage site – tall ship Pelican sails out of Weymouth Harbour offering day sails around Weymouth Bay and the surrounding area for...
Wareham River Cruises

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Boat Trip

WAREHAM

Departing daily, hop on a genuine Admiralty motor whaler boat for an entertaining and informative town history river cruise (40 mins) or bird watching cruise to Poole Harbour (1 hour).

Price £7.00 to £14.00 Per Ticket
Lyme Bay RIB Charter

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Boat Trip

Bridport

Exciting & exhilarating boat trips running from West Bay along the Jurassic Coast.
Lyme Bay RIB Charter

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Boat Trip

Bridport

Exciting & exhilarating boat trips running from West Bay along the Jurassic Coast.
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187 reviews
Lyme RIB Rides Ltd

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Boat Trip

Lyme Regis

Lyme RIB Rides is the newest water attraction in Lyme Bay. We offer fast and slower paced boat trips, suitable for the whole family, along the beautiful Jurassic Coastline. See the historic scenery up close while enjoying an exhilarating ride on our...
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10 reviews
Paddle Steamer Monarch at Wareham

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Boat Trip

WAREHAM

Monarch is the world’s smallest commercial paddle steamer and one of only three operating in Britain. She appeared on the Edwardian Farm TV programme and is now operating on the River Frome from Wareham, licenced to carry 12 passengers.
Regular...

Price £5.00 to £10.00 Per Ticket
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64 reviews
Wareham Boat Hire

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Boating and Canoeing

WAREHAM

Motor Boats, Kayaks, Canoes, Rowing Boats and Paddle Boards all for hire from Abbots Quay in Wareham.
We have a fantastic range of self drive motor boats, some of the latest touring and sit on top kayaks both single and double. Canadian canoes, Red...

Price £7.50 to £40.00 Activity
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594 reviews
Land and Wave

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Adventure Sport Centre

SWANAGE

Land & Wave offers: Climbing, Coasteering, Sea Kayaking, Bushcraft, Raft Building, Stand Up Paddle Boarding & more in Swanage and The Purbecks. Excellent instructors, top notch kit and passion for the Great Outdoors.

Price £25.00 to £137.00 Per Ticket
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48 reviews
Greenslade Pleasure Boats

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Boat Trip

Poole Quay, POOLE

Daily trips running from March – October to Brownsea Island, Poole Harbour Cruises, Coastal Cruises and Wareham River Cruises.

Price £9.00 to £10.50 Per Ticket
Shell Bay Sailing Centre

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Watersports Centre

STUDLAND

Dinghy sailing tuition, RYA courses, dinghy hire.

Price £20.00 Activity to £300.00 Course

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