High-Speed Thames River Speedboat in London
Overview
Combine London sightseeing with a white-knuckle speedboat ride on a 50-minute Thames River cruise. Board your modern speedboat and soak up the unparalleled views of top city attractions including Big Ben, the London Eye and St Paul’s Cathedral. Learn about the city’s history from your entertaining guide, and then feel your adrenaline rush as your skipper pulls back the throttle and you rocket along the Thames River at speeds of up to 35 miles (56 km) per hour. Small-group experience with numbers limited to 12 people.
What's Included
- Lifejacket
- Professional skipper
- Expert guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
Meeting Location
The London Eye Millennium Pier
London SE1 7PB, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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London Eye (pass by)
Thames River (pass by)
Houses of Parliament (pass by)
Big Ben (pass by)
St. Paul's Cathedral (pass by)
Shakespeare's Globe Theatre (pass by)
30 St Mary Axe (The Gherkin) (pass by)
The View from The Shard (pass by)
Tower of London (pass by)
Tower Bridge (pass by)
HMS Belfast (pass by)
SEA LIFE London Aquarium (pass by)
The London Dungeon (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Without exception pregnant passengers CANNOT travel
- Without exception pregnant passengers CANNOT travel
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We are unable to take wheelchairs actually on-board, guests can travel with their carers assistance to board the vessel and down steps into the seating, they must be able to sit unaided onboard.
- Children under 14 years must be accompanied by an adult, minimum age is 6 months
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on High-Speed Thames River Speedboat in London?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-6918ULA
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Sky Diving customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Lifejacket.
- Professional skipper.
- Expert guide.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Gratuities.
- Food and drinks.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 1. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the High-Speed Thames River Speedboat in London is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Without exception pregnant passengers CANNOT travel
- Without exception pregnant passengers CANNOT travel
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for High-Speed Thames River Speedboat in London will be included in your confirmation email from City Sky Diving. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Lifejacket
- Professional skipper
- Expert guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Without exception pregnant passengers CANNOT travel
- Without exception pregnant passengers CANNOT travel
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We are unable to take wheelchairs actually on-board, guests can travel with their carers assistance to board the vessel and down steps into the seating, they must be able to sit unaided onboard.
- Children under 14 years must be accompanied by an adult, minimum age is 6 months
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
