High-Speed Thames River RIB Cruise in London in London

London, Boat Charters

High-Speed Thames River RIB Cruise in London

50 min

Viator

5.0/5

Product code: 6918ULA

5.0 · 2568 reviews

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About this activity

Combine London sightseeing with a white-knuckle speedboat ride on a 50-minute Thames River cruise. Board your modern RIB (rigid-inflatable boat) and soak up the unparalleled views of top city attractions including Big Ben, the London Eye and St Paul’s Cathedral. Learn about the city’s history from your entertaining guide, and then feel your adrenaline rush as your skipper pulls back the throttle and you rocket along the Thames River at speeds of up to 35 miles (56 km) per hour. Small-group experience with numbers limited to 12 people.

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What is included

All seats must be pre-booked with the supplier, refer to voucher for further detailsOther

Children under 14 years must be accompanied by an adult, minimum age is 6 monthsOther

Contactless payments for gratuities and add-onsSafety contactless payments for gratuities and add

Expert guideOther

Food and drinksOther

GratuitiesFees

Guides required to regularly wash handsSafety guides required to regularly wash hands

Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staffSafety hand sanitizer available to travelers and s

Hotel pickup and drop-offOther

LifejacketOther

Not recommended for pregnant travelersNo pregnant

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular healthNo heart problems

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuriesNo back problems

One way, contactless check-in. Outdoor attraction, passengers sit in pairs forward facing, side by side. Handrails and lifejackets sanitized regularly.Safety other

Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptomsSafety paid stay at home policy for staff with sym

Professional skipperOther

Itinerary

1
Thames Rockets
Step on board at the world famous London Eye Pier and get ready for an adventure like no other!
2
Thames River
Take to the river 21st century style - with just 12 passengers on board this is an up close and personal experience form start to finish.
3
Houses of Parliament
Your on board guide will be your ally on this great adventure regaling you with tales of London's history.
4
Big Ben
See the sights from the comfort of a small group tour on a high spec vehicle!
5
St. Paul's Cathedral
Our vessels are small and manoeuvrable meaning you will get closer than on any other boat tour.
6
Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
See the world famous Shakespeare's Globe Theatre as you sail along the iconic river.
7
30 St Mary Axe (The Gherkin)
Spot famous landmarks around the city whilst on-board and don't forget to capture some great photos.
8
The View from The Shard
See the tallest building in London and hold on tight before you blast up to 30 knots.
9
Tower of London
Whoop and cheer as you bounce across the wake. This is sightseeing like no other!
10
Tower Bridge
Our comic guides will share some interesting facts with you whilst you sail past many famous landmarks.
11
Canary Wharf
Zoom up to 30 knots (35mph) around Canary Wharf and the Docklands.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Standard

Weather cancellation available

May cancel if minimum travelers are not met

Refund rules

100% refundable until 1 day before departure

0% refundable from 0 to 1 day before departure

Reviews

5/5

Hilarious

Sort of like being on a rollercoaster but with the added stunning backdrop of the best city in the world and James Bond music blasting as you tear up the Thames. Ed was a hilarious host/travel guide, and the skipper seemed to love making sure we traversed the wash of each Uber boat that passed us whilst doing hairpin bends. It was a freezing day in London, and we didn't stop laughing from start to finish. We are Londoners, but Ed pointed out lots of interesting new and funny facts about the sights. You really should go!

Reviewed by pamelagJ3864QJ - 2022-12-19

5/5

So much fun!

We had such a great time! We loved Stacy's sense of humour and she was perfect with our 2 year old son who just loved the experience and keeps telling "boat again, boat again, fast fast"

Reviewed by Pioneer414853 - 2022-12-15

5/5

Amazing adrenaline rush!

So much fun!!! I surprised my friend with this gift for her birthday and she absolutely loved it!!! The boat does go extremely fast once you pass the tower bridge . I was crying of laughter and screaming super loud! I would hand down book this again . Bill was our tour guide that day and John was driving the boat ! I hope we get them next time I come back to London! So worth it !

Reviewed by Jocelyn_C - 2022-12-13

5/5

Brilliant experience

Absolutely fantastic experience! We did this for my son's 16th and he loved it. The crew were all welcoming and professional. Terrific high speed thrills with a great guided tour about London's history.

Reviewed by katharineb251 - 2022-12-12

5/5

Super fun super fast ride

Great experience. Really fast rib ride. Ed gave us some excellent commentary which completed the experience. Sam our skipper handled the rib well and gave us a high adrenaline ride.

Reviewed by Leaheleanor - 2022-12-11

5/5

Great fun for the whole family!

We booked a 4pm slot for 4 of us (me, husband and two kids aged 11 and 13) and we all loved the experience. All credit to Bill and Simon who took us out in what turned in to torrential rain and hail storm. Very knowledgeable and entertaining throughout! The weather didn’t spoil it, seeing the bridges and buildings lit up as darkness fell was another highlight. Would recommend to anyone!!

Reviewed by Vicki84 - 2023-01-11

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