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15 UK Speedboat Tours Worth Booking

32 trips  Â·  from $47 a head

Good uk speedboat tours fill their seats weeks ahead and the small boats go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what the fare covers and how they differ.

High-Speed Thames River Speedboat in London - Boarding at London Eye Pier
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High-Speed Thames River Speedboat in London

1.High-Speed Thames River Speedboat in London

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,971 reviews · 50 minutes (approx.) · from $90 a head Our pick

Board a Thames Rockets speedboat at London Eye Pier for a 50-minute ride past Big Ben, Parliament, St. Paul’s, Shakespeare’s Globe, Tower Bridge, and HMS Belfast. A guide such as Sofia, Jack, or Leoni handles the stories and music, while the skipper takes the boat up to 30 knots near Canary Wharf. The boat holds just 12 people.

“Fun and fast with some interesting London history along the way. Staff were great and very helpful. We loved it.”

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Speedboat Cruise Tour: Embankment OR Westminster Pier -70 minutes - Choosing Embankment or Westminster Pier
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Speedboat Cruise Tour: Embankment OR Westminster Pier -70 minutes

2.Speedboat Cruise Tour: Embankment OR Westminster Pier -70 minutes

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 777 reviews · 1 hour 10 minutes (approx.) · from $102 a head

Take a small-group RIB speedboat from Embankment or Westminster Pier, then cruise past Parliament, Tower Bridge, Greenwich, the O2, and the Thames Barrier. Your guide mixes London history with music and high-speed runs. Life jackets and ponchos are supplied. Guides have included George, Kane, Scott, Julian, Justin, and Leo.

“Boat was very comfortable and exhilarating. Guide and Captain were friendly and explained sights clearly with good humor. Very entertaining and matching thumping music. The Best tour in London so far!!!”

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Iconic Sights of London: High-Speed Boat Trip - From HMS Belfast to London Bridge
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Iconic Sights of London: High-Speed Boat Trip

3.Iconic Sights of London: High-Speed Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 773 reviews · 45 minutes (approx.) · from $67 a head

Join Thames Tigers at Tower Bridge Quay for a 45-minute Rigid Inflatable Boat ride along the Thames. You’ll pass the Tower of London, Cutty Sark, Greenwich Observatory, Canary Wharf and the O2, with lively commentary from guides such as Henry, David or Helen. Expect life vests, fast turns, saddle-style seating and a small group of no more than 12.

“Excellent tour—highly recommend. My daughter talked me into it and we had so much fun. So glad we did it. Definitely worth it.”

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London: River Thames Speed Boat Tour - Boarding beneath the London Eye
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London: River Thames Speed Boat Tour

4.River Thames Speed Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 713 reviews · from $80 a head

Board Thames Rockets beneath the London Eye for a 50-minute Thames ride. An experienced skipper takes you toward Canary Wharf at up to 30 knots while an English-speaking comedian guide, such as Max, Jeff, Ross, or Bill, mixes landmark commentary with jokes, music, and sharp turns.

“Loved the how fast the boat went! Very safe and clear instructions were provided. Also the personality of the crew made the entire experience even more fun.”

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Thames High-Speed Zone Speedboat in London - From Bankside to Tower Bridge
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Thames High-Speed Zone Speedboat in London

5.Thames High-Speed Zone Speedboat in London

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 567 reviews · 45 minutes (approx.) · from $90 a head

Race east along the Thames in a 12-person RIB, reaching 35 mph near Tower Bridge, Greenwich, Canary Wharf, the O2, and the Thames Barrier. A guide handles the safety briefing, commentary, music, and sharp turns. The ride lasts about 45 minutes and returns to its starting pier.

“Fabulous trip Mark and geoff were amazing we had a great time loved seeing London like this it was fabulous”

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London: 45-Minute Speedboat Sightseeing Tour - From Westminster Pier or Embankment Pier
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London: 45-Minute Speedboat Sightseeing Tour

6.45-Minute Speedboat Sightseeing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 489 reviews · 45 min · from $77 a head

Take a 45-minute Thames RIB ride from Westminster or Embankment Pier. You’ll pass the London Eye, Parliament, St. Paul’s, Shakespeare’s Globe, Tower Bridge, and the Tower of London before the skipper opens the throttle toward Canary Wharf. Expect live English commentary, James Bond music, sharp turns, ponchos, and a maximum of 12 passengers.

“This experience was brilliant! Blew us away! Driver was fab.”

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Torquay Coastal RIB Seafari - Thatcher Rock and the search for seals
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Torquay Coastal RIB Seafari

7.Torquay Coastal RIB Seafari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 410 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $51 a head

Join Torquay Watersports for a one-hour RIB ride from The Pavilion in Torquay. Guides such as Greg, Glen, and John combine local stories with a fast run past Thatcher Rock and Ore Stone. You may see seals, dolphins, porpoises, cormorants, guillemots, and other coastal birds. Lifejacket provided.

“The guide was fantastic, very informative and did his best to show us the beautiful surroundings as well as the wildlife”

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London: Speedboat Tour Through Heart of the City - Meeting the crew at Tower Bridge Quay
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London: Speedboat Tour Through Heart of the City

8.Speedboat Tour Through Heart of the City

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 387 reviews · from $66 a head

Meet Debbie, Dave, or another Thames Tigers crew member at Tower Bridge Quay for a fast, guided Thames ride. You will pass the Tower of London, St. Paul’s, HMS Belfast, Canary Wharf, the Cutty Sark, and the O2 Arena, with at least 30 minutes at high speed. Suspension seats, waterproof jackets, and life jackets are provided.

“They are so friendly and amazing vibes and excellent experience”

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London: 70-Minute Thames Barrier Speedboat Tour - Choosing Westminster Pier or Embankment Pier
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London: 70-Minute Thames Barrier Speedboat Tour

9.70-Minute Thames Barrier Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 308 reviews · 1h 10m · from $99 a head

Choose Embankment or Westminster Pier for a 70-minute Thames RIB ride with live English commentary, landmark views, and fast turns beneath Tower Bridge. The boat carries up to 12 people, reaches the Thames Barrier, and returns to your starting pier. Guides vary, with Asher, Leo, Justin, Brad, and Denis praised in past trips.

“Great experience, would highly recommend. Best fun we have had out on the Thames. We will be back.”

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Speedboat Sightseeing: Embankment OR Westminster Pier -45 Minutes - Central London at a slower pace
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Speedboat Sightseeing: Embankment OR Westminster Pier -45 Minutes

10.Speedboat Sightseeing: Embankment OR Westminster Pier -45 Minutes

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 288 reviews · 45 minutes (approx.) · from $79 a head

Join Thames Rib Experience for a 45-minute ride from Embankment or Westminster Pier. Expect guided commentary through the slower central London stretch, then a faster run toward Tower Bridge and Canary Wharf. Guides such as Justin, George, Ed, Dennis, Cain, and Leo have been praised for mixing facts, jokes, and friendly help. The boat holds no more than 12 people.

“Exciting trip on the Thames and seen all the sites it was amazing And the bloke telling the jokes we had such a laugh 😂 deffo do it again”

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Speedboat 'Tower RIB Blast' from Tower Millennium Pier - 20 minutes - Leaving Tower Millennium Pier
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Speedboat ‘Tower RIB Blast’ from Tower Millennium Pier – 20 minutes

11.Speedboat ‘Tower RIB Blast’ from Tower Millennium Pier – 20 minutes

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 227 reviews · 20 minutes (approx.) · from $51 a head

Board a small RIB at Tower Millennium Pier for a 20-minute blast along the Thames. Expect safety instructions, live comic commentary, James Bond-style music, and fast runs past the Tower of London, HMS Belfast, Tower Bridge, The Shard and Canary Wharf. The boat carries up to 12 people and returns to the pier.

“Fantastic trip would highly recommend Great value for money And very safety conscious . Very professional run”

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Thames Rockets Sunset London Speedboat Experience - Boarding at London Eye Pier
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Thames Rockets Sunset London Speedboat Experience

12.Thames Rockets Sunset London Speedboat Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 225 reviews · 50 minutes (approx.) · from $76 a head

Board at London Eye Pier for a 50-minute Thames Rockets ride with up to 12 passengers. Your English-speaking guide covers Parliament, Shakespeare’s Globe, Canary Wharf, Docklands, and HMS Belfast before the skipper opens the throttle to 30 knots. Expect jokes, music requests on some departures, a seasonal drink, and sunset views.

“The whole experience was amazing. Me and my girlfriend loved it. The skipper and host, both excellent”

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Speedboat 'Ultimate Tower Blast' from Tower Millennium Pier - 40 minutes - The Tower of London sets the scene
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Speedboat ‘Ultimate Tower Blast’ from Tower Millennium Pier – 40 minutes

13.Speedboat ‘Ultimate Tower Blast’ from Tower Millennium Pier – 40 minutes

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 191 reviews · 40 minutes (approx.) · from $79 a head

Join a 12-person Thames RIB at Tower Millennium Pier for a 40-minute mix of sightseeing and speed. You’ll pass the Tower of London, HMS Belfast, Tower Bridge, Canary Wharf, and the Shard, with live commentary, high-energy music, lifejackets, and a poncho if weather requires one.

“Great fun. Got very wet though… It was starting to drizzle when we got on but then the rain got heavier. A waterproof poncho would have been helpful.”

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30-Minute Raptor RIB Ride Activity in Torquay - Meadfoot, London Bridge, and the Torbay coast
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30-Minute Raptor RIB Ride Activity in Torquay

14.30-Minute Raptor RIB Ride Activity in Torquay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 182 reviews · 30 minutes (approx.) · from $58 a head

From Torquay Marina, you’ll board a fast RIB for a 30-minute run around Torbay. Expect hard acceleration, sharp turns, possible wildlife sightings, and commentary on coves, caves, islands, and bays. Guides including Paul and Rue help keep the ride safe, while the small group size keeps it personal.

“Excellent and well looked after by ginger who was a walking book of knowledge and good fun too A great experience which I would love to repeat”

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Padstow: Guided RIB Sealife Safari - The RIB ride is part of the attraction
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Padstow: Guided RIB Sealife Safari

15.Padstow: Guided RIB Sealife Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 165 reviews · 2 hours · from $60 a head

Join an English-speaking guide and skipper for a two-hour, small-group RIB safari from Padstow. Race out through the Camel Estuary and along about 25 miles of North Cornwall coast, stopping to watch dolphins, seals, seabirds, and, in season, puffins. Waterproofs are available, but expect a fast, wet, bouncy ride.

“We saw loads of dolphins and a minke whale, lots birds, seal. Worth it, great experience”

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