The 10 Best Boat Rentals in East Anglia, England

Viking Mariners offer luxury sailing experiences on the River Orwell and beyond on either one of our sailing yachts, power craft or barges.

Hippersons boatyard is a unique, self catering, holiday destination in Beccles, with Quirky Houseboats and Secret Glamping hideaways floating on the Broads National park. New for 2020 we are adding Secret Garden, a land based Glamping pod for those who like to be by the river. We provide fun for all the family and are also a romantic getaway from it all escape. We believe that life is not a dress rehearsal and everyone deserves time out with loved ones, making memories through fun and adventure on and around the river. There are many experiences provided on site to help you explore the Waveney Valley by Water and land - electric Dayboats, canoes and Kayaks, bikes and new for 2020 our “Sparrows and Amazons” experience. We are also a working boatyard, and you will see watercraft come and go, some go in and out and if you have an interest in boats, Simon and Stephen are happy to chat to you about them. They might even have a project in the yard to show you.

Sailing on the beautiful Norfolk Broads - from taster sails for a couple of hours to week long hire holidays. Whether you are a complete beginner or a seasoned sailor we can offer you an experience to learn and enjoy.

Traditional Norfolk broads sailing Yachts, step back in time, leave the momentum of the 21st century behind and enjoy our luxury sailing holidays. Equipped with inboards engines, luxury bedding, galley equipment, showers and heating, these stunning yachts bring the best of two worlds together. The Norfolk broads are made up of 120 miles of stunning lakes and rivers for you to explore.

Iken Canoe is based on the stunning upper reaches of the Alde estuary between Snape and Aldeburgh, close to the Suffolk coast. We hire out Canadian canoes, 4-6 person Katakanus, sit-on-top kayaks, stand up paddleboards (SUPs) a motor dinghy, plus Cornish Shrimper sailing boat charter, for people to explore this wonderful estuary and see wildlife such as seals basking on the mud. Hire can be from 1 hour for a SUP, or 2 hours or more on a canoe or kayak. Suitable for couples, groups or families.

For over 50 years the East Coast Sail Trust has provided educational adventure cruises for children onboard the Thames Sailing Barge Thalatta. When Thalatta is not on charter to schools, youth organisations and social projects she can be used for other activities to help fund the Trust and benefit the wider community. These charters typically include day sails, corporate entertainment, company team building, family celebrations, club outings and other group events. Numbers are limited to 12 when she is underway but may be increased to 40+ for alongside static events.

Brand new company offering water bike hire on the Norfolk Broads. A unique way to see the beautiful scenery and wildlife.

We specialise in the rental services of day boat launches. Day boat launches are available by the hour, part day or full day. Some launches are equiped with heaters for winter cruising. Please browse our website and contact us for further information or advice.

Located in the Broadland village of Potter Heigham Herbert Woods is the perfect place to begin your Norfolk Broads Adventure.

Booking in advance is recommended at​ peak times. IN NEW OWNERSHIP SINCE SEPTEMBER 2017. Nick and Alison have a fleet of electric and diesel day and picnic boats to hire. Our boats are well maintained, clean and well equipped. We are situated on the Norfolk Broads at the quiet location of Martham Ferry, which overlooks the National Trust nature reserve of Heigham Holme. Hicking Broad with its lovely waterside pub is one hour away by boat and we are also one hour from Horsey Mere and Dyke which has lovely National trust tea rooms. Potter Heigham is about 15 minutes away. Included in the cost are parking, life jackets and a comprehensive briefing of your boat and the Broads. We look forward to welcoming you aboard!