Top 10 Boat Tours & Water Sports in Bristol, England

Try stand up paddleboarding with SUP Bristol and see Bristol Floating Harbour from a brand new perspective. SUP Bristol offers a host of exciting activities for locals and visitors alike. Sample the basics or explore the exciting waterways of Bristol Harbourside - with our expert and enthusiastic instructors to show you the ropes. Paddle alongside the famous Matthew, float in the shadow of SS Great Britain and wave your paddle at passing hot air balloonists. Stand up paddleboarding is fun, safe and easy to learn - you'll be standing up before you know it! Book your taster session or harbourside adventure online or contact us to book a paddle for your group or event. Taster Sessions Monday and Thursday, 1.5 hours, 18:30, £25 Book online Harbourside Adventures: Saturdays, 11:00 and 14:00, 2.5 hours, £35 Book online Bespoke Group Sessions: Every day to suit your group. Contact us

Welcome to Escape to the River, cruises to suit your occasion for up to 5 passengers. Relax, sit back and enjoy the beautiful river scenery and wildlife along the River Avon, or take a turn at the helm, the choice is yours! You are welcome to bring a picnic, fridge and hot drinks are available. Free easy car parking available where you are met by our qualified Captain Tim who welcomes you on-board. Contact us to set your course on the River Avon which can be designed to suit you, either towards the World Heritage site of Bath up to Pulteney Bridge, or set a course towards Bristol. The starting point for all cruises is our permanent mooring at Saltford.

Centrally based in Bristol the Adventurous Activity Company offers a wide range of fun and exciting activities. Canoe, Raft Building, Climb, Abseil, Bike and much more all within minutes of the city centre. Climb the magnificent Avon Gorge, see Bristol from a different perspective by canoe or attempt our Urban Adventure Challenge. We have an adventure for you. Specialising in group adventures for Stag & Hen, Corporate, Youth and other groups.

A hands-on and interactive all-inclusive guided river paddle experience for all ages. Utilising 6 seat, twin hulled craft that keep you high and dry out of the water, taking you through some of the UK's most stunning waterways, landscapes and locks. Trip times vary from 2 hours to the all inclusive 5 hours and the price includes access to the Adventure and Wildlife Park.

We are a fully accessible Watersports centre which aims to break down the common barriers to Watersports. This allows EVERYONE in the community to access and enjoy the benefits of being on the water. We offer Multisport sessions, private groups sessions, taster sessions, courses and Tours/trips for Sailing, Canoeing/Kayaking, Rowing, SUP (stand-up Paddle boarding), Powerboating,and Raft-building

The Bristol Maritime Academy is a Royal Yachting Association (RYA) and Maritime & Coastguard Agency (MCA) Recognised Training Centre operated by a highly experienced and dedicated team. We work closely with all of our clients and assist them in becoming well-trained and skilled operators, be they marine professionals or leisure enthusiasts.

Bristol Packet Boat Trips provide Harbour Tours, River Cruises and Boat Parties. We also provide special educational trips with commentary's that can be adapted to suit the requirements of the group.

Bristol's longest running dive school

We are the only company offering both shorter 4-day and 5-day cruises, and longer 8-day Sails in Croatia. Choose from a shorter one-way sail or a longer Split or Dubrovnik Return cruise. With specialist 18-39 sails or mixed-age departures (aged 10 to 59), we have the cruise for you!

Originally built in 1949 and now for over 65 years, MV Balmoral has been welcoming passengers on board and taking them on spectacular cruises around the great British coastline. Each excursion has been meticulously mapped out to provide the greatest coastal experience for passengers whether on full day trips or sightseeing journeys.