Private Coastal Boat Tour in Torquay
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Private Coastal Boat Tour in Torquay

By Torquay Watersports
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Ages 0-120
Duration: 1h
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Meets animal welfare guidelines
Live guide: English
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Highlights

  • You are paying for the boat and skipper for the duration of your trip. You will be supplied with lifejackets.
What's not included
  • It is always a little chillier out on the water - bring layers and keep warm.


Start:
  • Torquay Marina, Vaughan Rd, Torquay TQ2 5EQ, UK
    You will find us on the waterfront at MDL Marina, next to the Sunseeker Office at our point of sale trailer next to the car park at The Pavilion at TQ2 5EQ What Three Words - "Bells Hill Deaf"
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    • Infants must sit on laps
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 277210P1

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

    • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 277210P1

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    Digby575
    Reigate, UK14 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jul 2023 • Business
    We had a group of 80 over a day and Abi and the team worked tirelessly to get through the group. After each trip guests were absolutely raving about how amazing it was, and that was before they saw the seals! As an event organiser it is very rare to see so many guests so happy. Thanks to all at Torquay Watersports
    Written July 4, 2023
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    Lauren C
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    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Sep 2023 • Couples
    The views were amazing! Our Skipper was really lovely, funny and informative. We were even lucky enough to see a large pod of dolphins whilst on our trip, as we went in the afternoon and we were warned that they were not seen on previous trips after the morning slot. Would definitely recommend this to anyone, even those a little nervous about boat rides, it felt magical seeing the dolphins and even if you're not lucky to see them it's still a great ride and experience!
    Written September 10, 2023
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    Deb
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    Absolutely recommend doing the RIB seafari, it was the highlight of our trip to Devon. Greg was informative stopping and showing us different parts of the local areas. He had the kids giggling going through the waves. We even got to see some dolphins. It was definitely worth it. Myself, husband and 2 children loved it and will definitely be back in the future.
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    Aug 2023 • Family
    We absolutely loved this, was lucky enought to see the seals and jelly fish. Learnt so much Infromation about the coast line. The tour guide was so good with the kids everyone came off so happy
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    Charlie L
    Wolverhampton, UK1 contribution
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    Aug 2023
    We had a fantastic time with our guide, Abi. The boat ride was excellent, combining a bit of speed with some interesting and informative stops. We saw seals and dolphins and got some great photos. Safe, fun and really good value for money. We will definitely go again if we get a chance.
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    Peter
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    Absolutely excellent experience with great late afternoon weather. Greg was brilliant and a font of knowledge about the local coastline. He has a nice laid back cheerful personality. We had several dolphins swimming alongside us on both sides of the raft for a couple of hundred yards which added to the experience. We also saw jellyfish, cormorants and an oyster catcher. Overall, it was thrilling and our small dog enjoyed it too with his ears flapping in the wind !!! The scenery, and its history, were overwhelming. If this is what you like, go for it, you will not be disappointed.
    Written July 26, 2023
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    hollyclark25
    Torquay, UK21 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jul 2023 • Family
    Max was an absolute hero taking us out in a very choppy sea, he did a great job keeping us smiling and laughing despite all of us (including him!) getting soaked through and pretty cold towards the end. Thank you so much for making my Mum’s birthday one to remember and sacrificing your hands and feet for us!!
    Written July 3, 2023
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    Shama S
    7 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The Tour guide absolutely fantastic, He clearly was extremely knowledgeable about the area and kept the kids engaged throughout the trip. In fact the kids couldn’t stop talking about how ‘cool ‘the tour guide was which was lovely to hear. All round it was a fantastic experience and I would highly recommend.
    Written June 21, 2022
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    Emma P
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    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jun 2023 • Family
    We all enjoyed the trip. Max was a great skipper, keeping us entertained. We Learnt new things about our local area and for the 1st time was able to see landmarks up close. We took the route from the harbour to oddicombe. We saw lots of sea birds. Unfortunately the weather had turned and coming back in was quite bumpy, we also were hoping to see dolphins which had been seen nearly every day that week according to their insta page so that was a shame. But you can't plan it!! Would love to go again in the opposite direction towards Berry head. Highly recommend as something different to do as an activity!
    Written June 22, 2023
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    Roving47573972704
    Halifax, UK14 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aug 2023 • Family
    My son and I booked the coastal tour for the second year running and again were not disappointed. The guides are very knowledgeable about the area both land and sea and keep in contact with each other to make sure you have the best chance of spotting sea life . We were again lucky to spot and film a porpoise and pod of dolphins. The tour is great fun and i would recommend this for families, couples, friends and also solo passengers.
    Written August 6, 2023
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