THE UK
Every trip has one free day too few. These 5 rib boat tours in the UK justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the packing.
Join Torquay Watersports for a one-hour RIB ride from The Pavilion, with guides such as Greg, Glen, and John sharing local facts as you speed past Thatcher Rock and Ore Stone. Expect sea views, seabirds, and possible encounters with seals, dolphins, or porpoises.
“I can't even describe how amazing that adventure is. You could see dolphins and seals. Strongly recommended. We'll be back, definitely.”
Board a high-speed RIB at Tower Millennium Pier for a 20-minute Thames run past the Tower of London, HMS Belfast, Tower Bridge, The Shard, and Canary Wharf. Expect safety instructions, live commentary, music, sharp bursts of speed, and a maximum group of 12. Children must weigh at least 15kg.
“We paid for the ride , travelled across London which took 1 hour, on arrival we was informed the trip was cancelled- still waiting for a refund.”
Join Torquay Watersports at Torquay Marina for a fast 30-minute RIB ride around Torbay. Expect sea caves, coves, islands, wildlife, local commentary, sharp turns, and possible water spray. Riders must be at least 10 or 11 and tall enough to keep both feet flat on the floor.
“Great views, excellent hosts with clear commentary. Felt safe and crew were competent. I would recommend to anyone wanting a good thrill ride educational experience.”
Set out from Padstow on a two-hour, small-group RIB safari with an English-speaking guide and skipper. You may see dolphins, seals, porpoises, whales, sunfish, puffins, and seabirds while covering about 25 miles of coast. Expect fast, bouncy travel and possible spray.
“Loved it! We’ve done it before, was perfect weather this time, lots of dolphins and a couple of seals. We missed our first trip due to a puncture, but padstow sealife safari kindly rebooked for us even though we were outside the 24 hour cancellation. Also were very understanding of my late arrival! Highly recommend”
Board at Tower Millennium Pier for a 20-minute Thames RIB ride with an English-speaking guide, Tower Bridge views, Bond music, and a fast run toward Canary Wharf. The boat carries up to 12 passengers, with lifejackets and ponchos provided.
“All of it! An Excellent Experience from Start to finish”
Every kind of fast boat on the site, and the water it runs on.
