Best Boat Trips

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Wooden sailing barge for hire

There are few things better than taking to the sea on a stunning Cornish sunny day. It won't surprise you to hear that up and down the county we have a multitude of ways that you can enjoy the vast waters that wrap around Cornwall. From spotting dolphins to picnics at sea, or perhaps something for those who have a need for speed or for those who simply want to mess about on the river, catching fish.

Picnic boat in Fowey

Let's start tranquil, what could be more beautiful then a picnic on the River Fowey. This area is my neck of the woods and it truly is lovely. You decide where you might like to go with 'Sunbeam', a 1930s 20 foot classic wooden motor boat. Bring your own picnic or they can provide one for you. An afternoon tea amongst the kingfishers - glorious. 

Padstow Sea Safari

So how about wildlife-spotting, here we really are spoilt for choice, at Padstow perhaps book Padstow Sea Safaris, an experienced team doing there very best to show you the likes of dolphins, puffins and seals.  

Glass bottomed boat in Looe harbour

In Looe harbour you can take out a 'Boatzer', a glass bottomed boat so you can spot playful seals above and below the waters. 

Sailing Barge Drifter

Another beautiful boat is the Sailing Barge Drifter, traditional wooden sailing barge with two experienced skippers. A wonderful relaxed way to explore the sheltered waters around Falmouth. 

Fishing trips in Padstow

Pretty much every seaside village and town has a boat you can book for fishing trips, in Padstow try the Emma Kate, a Lochin boat that goes out all year and where you can catch mackerel, gurnards, cod, pollock, the list goes on!   

Adrenaline boat trips in Falmouth

For an adrenaline ride, August Rock Adventures have a RIB 'Harbiner' that departs from the Helford River for an exhilarating power boat ride in a truly stunning location. Trips can be tailored to what you'd like to do and Covid measures are in place.

Fowey to Mevagissey Ferry

So many great places to explore by boat, that's not even mentioning the ferries! Fowey to Mevagissey is a treat, and whilst I lived in Falmouth I loved catching a boat to Flushing for a shandy in the pub or over to St Mawes for a fish supper. Plenty to enjoy, no matter the weather! 

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