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Great experience
Private hire for our group - great organisation, food and allowed us to host our own music which was excellent - an awesome trip
Poole Jurassic Coast Circular Cruise
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2h 15min
- Price from
- $32 / person
- Location
- Poole
- Rating
- 4.4 / 5 · 109 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 100
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Coastal Cruises Poole
- Meeting point
- Please make your way to the Blue Coastal Cruises Kiosk on Poole Quay where one of our booking will be waiting to greet and show you to the correct boat for your cruise.
Description
Embark on a journey through 185 million years worth of history through Poole Harbour, along the eastern tip of the Jurassic Coastline into Swanage and back. Where you will experience breathtaking panoramas of sky, sea, sand and chalk formations. Including Old Harry Rock’s that is said to be named after a notorious pirate, Harry Paye. With many sights to see on the way, you are guranteed to not miss a thing as the Captain provides you with live commentary there and back. Enjoy the views from our open deck seating or comfortable saloons with wide bay windows and truly relax with a beverage or two from our fully licensed bar on board.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Brownsea Island
We pass the picturesque Brownsea Island. Brownsea is the largest of the Islands within Poole Harbour rich with history. As you pass the island onboard one of our knowledgeable captains will share with you some of the most interesting and fascinating parts of the islands history.
Cruising by the famous houses on the Sandbank Peninsular. Famously nicknamed Millionaires row it is made up of just 13 houses and at one point was the most expensive stretch of coastal real estate in the world.
Studland beach and Nature Reserve
Upon leaving Poole Harbour you will get that chance to witness Studland Beach famous for it's 4 mile stretch of golden sandy beach. It's sheltered waters make it ideal for a family day out.
Old Harry Rocks
Sailing past Old Harry Rocks - said to be named after the notorious pirate Harry Paye. Old Harry Rocks are part of the Jurassic Coast World Heritage site.
Swanage Pier
Stopping briefly (on some sailings) to embark passengers
What's included
Included
Captain
Boat ticket
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.4
109 reviews
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Poole Jurassic Coast Circular Cruise take?
Poole Jurassic Coast Circular Cruise lasts about 2h 15min. The itinerary has 5 stops.
How much does Poole Jurassic Coast Circular Cruise cost?
Prices start at $32 per person for this Poole experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Poole Jurassic Coast Circular Cruise for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Please make your way to the Blue Coastal Cruises Kiosk on Poole Quay where one of our booking will be waiting to greet and show you to the correct boat for your cruise. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Poole Jurassic Coast Circular Cruise offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 100 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Poole Jurassic Coast Circular Cruise worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.4 out of 5 across 109 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Coastal Cruises Poole.
Reviews(109)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
K
The tour ended in an hour...
The tour ended in an hour and 10 min. Didn't have the chance for a close view of the rocks or get to the other side and Swanage. What ashame there weren't any prior announcements that we would not make so.
B
Excellent boat trip
Excellent boat trip, very interesting commentary where we learned a lot. supurb
C
Nice but disappointing.
Starts from the Quay, Poole Harbour, goes round Old Harry Rocks and stops at Swanage pier, before returning to Poole Harbour. It does NOT pass Charmouth or surrounding fossil cliffs farther west.
E
Good few hours
Lots of fun and an interesting look at the coast. And the chalk cliffs
L
Great experience
Lovely outing with great views. The audio from captain were great explaining the surrounding areas and their history.
C
If you love the ocean - do it.
I did the trip with a friend as we wanted to visit swanage and originally we were looking for a one-way ticket in order to return by bus, but the ticket price was better value booking the round trip. We enjoyed the first trip so much we decided to come back the same way. The crew were friendly and helpful and boarding was easy. You can book online but it’s just as easy at the kiosk on the quay. The captain gave a running commentary on the area being very knowledgeable and interesting, also adding humour 🤣. The weather was good and the sea was smooth which also helped. Majority of people decided to sit on deck but for those who didn’t want to there was plenty of indoor seating. There was also a bar selling hit and cold drinks and snacks. All in all I can highly recommend it.
C
Great boat trip with a spectacular view of the Jurassic Coast.
My girlfriend and I were on the Coastal Cruises Poole ship with a few other people on Sep 04, 26. It was a very cloudy day with some drizzle, which did not stop us from taking this booked tour. We were even informed that we could have canceled free of charge due to the weather. The crew was super friendly and helpful, the view of "Old Harry Rocks" on the Jurassic Coast was phenomenal. The captain also gave a lot of information. As constructive feedback, I would recommend that he talk a little less during the return trip so that one can enjoy this spectacular view in peace.
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An autumn trip
We went on an afternoon trip there was 4 of us. The boat was not full in fact it was quite empty but it was very friendly the staff were very helpful. They have a drinks kiosk on the boat so that was really good . We didn't have youngsters but if you have little ones they would love boat I would recommend this trip if you like boat trips.
D
Wonderful boat trip with beautiful views
Lovely boat trip with some wonderful views, the captain was really informative and funny and the rest of the staff were lovely. Great day out.
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