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Jurassic Coastal Cruise from Poole
Badge of ExcellencePoole, England
- 2 hours
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Settle in for a round-trip cruise from Poole to Swanage, and see the renowned Jurassic Coast from the water. As you listen to the captain’s commentary, gaze out at the sights of Poole Harbour, Sandbanks, and Brownsea Island. Travel along the UNESCO-listed Jurassic Coast, learn about its geology, and look out for key landmarks such as Old Harry Rocks and Studland Bay.
- 2-hour round-trip Jurassic Coast cruise from Poole
- Cruise through Poole Harbour and past Sandbanks
- Look out at Brownsea Island and its striking castle
- See the UNESCO-listed Jurassic Coast from the water
- Learn about Old Harry Rocks from the captain’s commentary
What's Included
- Commentary
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Poole QuayThe Quay, Poole BH15 1HJ, UK
If travelling on a Poole Jurassic Coastal Cruise, please go to Poole Quay and look for the blue kiosk, for City Cruises Poole.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
Head to Poole Quay at 10:30am, 1pm, or 3:45pm, and then step aboard your boat for your cruise.
Make yourself comfortable, and listen to your captain’s commentary as you cruise through Poole Harbour, admiring views of Brownsea Island with its 16th-century castle. Look out over the manmade Blue Lagoon, and gaze at the plush houses of Sandbanks — a sought-after neighborhood that lines the coast.
Now out on the open sea, you’ll cruise onward along the Jurassic Coast, England’s first natural UNESCO World Heritage Site. Renowned for its prehistoric remains, the coastal area boasts fascinating geological sites such as Old Harry Rocks, Swanage Bay, and Studland Bay.
After a quick stop at the Victorian pier of Swanage Bay, you’ll cruise back to the start point in Pool where your experience ends.
Make yourself comfortable, and listen to your captain’s commentary as you cruise through Poole Harbour, admiring views of Brownsea Island with its 16th-century castle. Look out over the manmade Blue Lagoon, and gaze at the plush houses of Sandbanks — a sought-after neighborhood that lines the coast.
Now out on the open sea, you’ll cruise onward along the Jurassic Coast, England’s first natural UNESCO World Heritage Site. Renowned for its prehistoric remains, the coastal area boasts fascinating geological sites such as Old Harry Rocks, Swanage Bay, and Studland Bay.
After a quick stop at the Victorian pier of Swanage Bay, you’ll cruise back to the start point in Pool where your experience ends.
Jurassic Coast (Pass By)
Brownsea Island (Pass By)
Poole Harbour (Pass By)
Old Harry Rocks (Pass By)
City Cruises Poole
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Most travelers can participate
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Anderson_B
Very good customer service and very beautiful place. The crew was very happy to help. Really good experience.
Reviews
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392 reviews
Abigail_M, Oct 2023
The commentary was really interesting and fun and views were amazing. Although it was a little windy, the boat was very stable
Sheryl_M, Sep 2023
We never had experience as on arrival to go on trip we were told it had been cancelled so a very costly nothing!!
Ronald_P, Sep 2023
The team on the boat was VERY neat and helpful.
The very fore area on the boat should also be open to guests.
The sound system on the vessel needs an upgrade to the modern technology.
Ivica_B, Aug 2023
The journey and the crue on the ship were great, BUT the problem was that we booked our journey at 3.45pm which was stated on our payment confirmation as on our tickets BUT the real journey was planned for 4.45pm. The staff was not upset at all with this fact and did even offer an explanation or apology.
Janet_W, Aug 2023
Beautiful scenery...very knowledgable captain who gave very witty commentary. All the crew were really helpful and well organised.
Allister_P, Aug 2023
Great views as you travel along the Jurasic coast with an interesting and friendly commentary.
You'll see things you can't see from the land alone
Donna_M, Jul 2023
Enjoyable boat trip
Couldn’t hear the recorded commentary over the engine noise when on lower deck, had to move inside to hear clearly and therefore missed several points of interest .
Boat was clean and tidy, very little interaction with the crew.
Nigel_G, Jul 2023
The weather was set fair, so a smooth crossing. The staff were attentive and kind. We were with our best friends on a birthday cruise. Delightful nostalgic views, so what more could we ask for? Thank you.
Nigel_L, Jul 2023
Scenic one hour cruise with interesting and amusing commentary. Well appointed boat with a welcoming and friendly crew.
Peter_S, Jun 2023
We where lucky with the weather and enjoyed our trip,the crew where excellent and had a good sense of humour,will definitely be telling my friends about my great adventure
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