Poole Harbour and Island Cruise: Explore Europe's Largest Natural Harbour from Poole
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Embark on a 75-minute cruise around Europe's largest natural harbour, Poole Harbour. Discover stunning views of the harbour islands and Sandbanks, departing from the charming town of Poole on the Dorset coast.
Duration: 1 hour, 15 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Brownsea Island - Sail past historic Brownsea Island and it’s Castle. Home to the Red Squirrel and incredible wildlife, you will get a taste for nature.
  • Sandbanks Beach - Set sail past the golden beaches of Sandbanks and its famous Millionaire’s Row. Get an up close view of the stunning homes belonging to the Sandbanks area, and the picturesque surrounding views.
  • Poole Harbour - Sail through Europe’s largest natural harbour on this cruise, where you will learn all about it’s history and see the surrounding islands that call Poole Harbour home.
  • City Cruises Poole - Return to Poole Quay, where you can explore the other cruises we offer at City Cruises Poole.
What's Included
  • Live commentary onboard
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information

Embark on a breathtaking and calming 75-minute sail around the biggest natural port in Europe, and take in the stunning sights of the lovely harbour islands and the globally renowned Sandbanks! With four opportunities to set sail each day, this much-loved voyage begins from Poole Quay, located in the classic port town of Poole, nestled on the idyllic coast of Dorset, and kicks off with a journey across the harbour, sculpted during the last ice-age, and proceeds around Brownsea Island, before making its way back to Poole Quay.

Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Trish_b
Apr 14, 2024
Lovely trip - Lovely crew and excellent service. Really nice trip and informative. Good choice of snacks and drinks.
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Ploy_p
Apr 7, 2024
Really Good! - Great experience with my family, the boat has great viewing and photo areas and the staff were incredibly helpful and welcoming.
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Andrewpn5771pr
Apr 7, 2024
Great trip in the wind - Excellent cruise. Weather was super windy but the crew were excellent. Great commentary from Jaimie. Thoroughly recommended.
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Hilary_n
Apr 2, 2024
Must do - What an amazing tour and the guide and the man on bar were amazing. The areas covered are worth the money
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Mar 25, 2024
A Great Birthday Experience on board Solent Scene - A Great Evening Birthday Party Cruise on board Solent Scene for 70 guests, a band and buffet went so well. Many thanks to the City Cruises Helen Bull and all the crew on Solent Scene who made everyone so welcome and looked after everyone throughout. I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a celebration or business venue.
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Debsph2
Mar 3, 2024
Very good boat trip - Very good trip, good information about the local area also, learnt things I didn’t know about an area I do know! Enjoyable and would recommend
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Sophierj5623mx
Jan 8, 2024
Work Christmas Cruise! - We had a great work Christmas party on board the Purbeck Pride organised by Helen at City Cruises, Poole. The food was great and the disco kept us entertained. Everyone enjoyed taking in the views from the top deck, despite the windy weather! Thanks for a great party.
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Waspy66
Dec 10, 2023
Great in all weathers. - Second time on cruise. Great in all weathers as have outside and inside areas. Sheltered waters of the enormous harbour rarely have waves Cabin with snacks drinks and toilet. Very informative and interesting with commentary along with humour.
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718kerryy
Nov 14, 2023
Couldn’t have been more perfect - We charted a boat for a cruise after a surprise wedding with the very helpful Helen , We had a brochure full of options to choose from . We had very nice canopies and drinks as we sailed everyone had a great time with thanks also to the crew who helped make our special day even more memorable. Great service before, during and after our trip we would like to say thank you again and we will definitely be hiring again. Kerry and Mark x
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Rossub40
Nov 13, 2023
Very good value for money, interesting Cruise - Check out our visual video review on Youtube by searching Poole Harbour Island Cruise Tripadvisor Review or check our channel at FoodTravelMusicLove.com LOCATION AND ACCESSIBILITY Cruises leave right opposite the head office for City Cruises which doubles up as a lovely group dining place, Hemingway’s. Wheelchairs can be stowed on board but you cannot access the cruise unless you can leave your chair unfortunately Lots of coach and car parking locally FACILITIES AND SERVICES Top deck and a lower covered deck on the 70 minutes island cruise No wifi but a good 4g signal was found. Good clean toilets Good stocked bar facilities with local brews Really well presented and interesting guided tour FOOD AND DRINK Snacks and confectionary are available plus soft drinks and alcohol They have a tie in with a local chip shop Always Friday and the food is really good OFFICIAL FOODTRAVELMUSICLOVE.COM RATING In our professional opinion City Cruises offers good value for money at around £14pp Our official rating is 9/10, equal to a Tripadvisor rating of 5 stars. Excellent family tourist attraction
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