Our boat trips

Take a cruise from Leigh On Sea to the Eerie World War 2 Maunsell forts, called the Knock John Forts, Shivering Sands Forts & Red Sand Maunsell Forts/Towers. These Historic monuments stand in the Thames Estuary between some 9-15 miles from Southend shoreline and 5-8 Miles from Whitstable. It will take approximately 2 hours to reach Knock John Fort. Transport yourself back to the Second World War by visiting these previously armed towers built in the Thames & Mersey Estuaries to help defend the United Kingdom. They are a pretty surreal sight. You will get the chance to take plenty of photos in and around the towers/forts as our vessel is small enough to pass between and under the structures (you cannot board them).

Take your loved ones on their final journey on the Thames Estuary onboard one of our boats. We offer a completely private service for these and tailor the trip to suit your needs. We have amazing spots where we can scatter your loved ones. 

Fancy your chances of catching some fish all year round? We offer full day (10 hours) fishing trips which are popular for the keen angler, or shorter 3 hour trips for first timers or those who simply do not wish to spend the whole day at sea. Great day out with your mates & family.  

Please Note:

Price above is for boat hire only.

If you would like to hire rods and bait the costs are:

£850.00
(cost is for 6 passengers. Add additional passengers up to 10 in total for £140.00 per person) Minimum hire charge of £850.00 applies. Rods can be hired for £25.00 per person. Bait can be arranged if requested at an extra charge.

Home to harbour seals and Grey seals, the Thames Estuary is home to some of the friendliest and most charismatic seals and they are always very inquisitive around the boat. We cannot guarantee you will see the seals but we are seeing more and more of them lately!

Please note: These trips are not guaranteed to see the seals each time. Unfortunately we cannot control the nature of the sea. We will try our very best to find them. 

Get the best view of the sunrise or sunset from out at sea, the coastline looks extra special at these times! These trips provide great photo opportunities against the red and orange skies!

A more inland trip for those who do not wish to venture out far to sea. This trip will involve calmer conditions and is great for spotting numerous birds and wildlife in the expansive nature reserve. You will also get a great view of Hadleigh marshes, the 13th century castle ruins & the sea wall from this trip!

Cruise up the Thames Estuary past all of the popular sights to reach your destination of Tower Bridge. You have the option to get off and enjoy the rest of your day in London or head back with us to Leigh on Sea! Number 1 best & popular trip. 

Please Note:
This price includes both ways. If you decide to get off at London please tell us upon your booking & the cost is the same either way. 
There will also be an extra charge of £80.00 to drop off any passengers in London on one of the Thames Clippers piers & we only get 15 mins slots.

Hop over to the North Kent shores, where the River Thames, Medway and Swale meet. Queenborough is a place overflowing with rich history, undiscovered stories, famous faces, friendly cafes, award-winning micro-pubs and mouth-watering local food and drink. Queenborough Harbour is more than just an ideal cruising base. Great for a quick pint & bite to eat then back to Essex.

Please note: There will also be an extra charge of £20.00 to drop off any passengers in Queenborough Harbour on one of the pontoons & we only get 3 hours maximum per stay but we can only stay for 1 hour as we have to get back for the tide in Leigh On Sea.

Take a cruise from Leigh On Sea to the Eerie World War 2 Maunsell forts, called the Red Sand Towers. These Historic monuments stand in the Thames Estuary some 9 miles from Southend shoreline and 5 Miles from Whitstable. It will take approximately an hour & half to reach the Towers. Transport yourself back to the Second World War by visiting these previously armed towers built in the Thames & Mersey Estuaries to help defend the United Kingdom. They are a pretty surreal sight. You will get the chance to take plenty of photos in and around the towers as our vessel is small enough to pass between and under the structures (you cannot board them).

This trip gives you a chance to spot seals off the longest pleasure pier in the world at 1.34 miles into the Thames Estuary. The original wooden Pier was built in 1829 and replaced by the iron structure in 1889. You will also get to see the Mulberry Harbour (phoenix unit) which dates back to WW2 which were temporary portable harbours developed for rapid unloading of cargo onto beaches during the Normandy invasion in 1944. Two Tree Island is a great place to spot wildlife & numerous birds along the fantastic nature reserve so bring your camera!

Leigh Marina which was called Johnson and Jago Boatyard in 1978 is situated in the quaint fishing village of Leigh On Sea, Essex, along the coast from Southend On Sea. Also in close proximity to the marina, is Two Tree Island which is part of the National Nature Reserve, a 640 acre island noted for its outstanding beauty and varied wildlife. 

Get up close and personal (but not too close!) to the SS Richard Montgomery shipwreck which dates back to 1944. The 1,400-ton time bomb. Loaded with enough explosives to level a town, this is the Second World War ticking time bomb ship that lies on the seabed just off the coast of Kent. View this amazing sight from outside of the exclusion zones, it’s not to be missed! 

You will get to see most of the sights on our trips over to Whitstable. Perfect for people wanting to go for a long weekend away. 

Please Note:
There will also be an extra charge of £35.00 to drop off any passengers in Whitstable Kent on one of the pontoons & we only get 15 mins slots.