
St Ives bOat Trips
We are a family owned and run business operating traditional sightseeing boat trips, fast paced adventure rib rides and fishing trips from the picturesque fishing port of St Ives Cornwall, part of St Ives Bay, arguably one of the most beautiful bays in the world.
Situated on the far southwestern tip of Cornwall, allows us to offer you the very best boat trips and fishing tours. Your great holiday experience is just a click away. Our daily boat trips take you from St Ives harbour to explore the wild coastal landscapes of St Ives Bay.
Experience seal and dolphin spotting on an exhilarating Jaws rib ride or take a more relaxed trip to Seal Island or Godrevy Lighthouse. Hop aboard the Yellowfin catamaran, for a slower paced super-stable, boat trip that’s dog-friendly and suitable for all ages. Looking for the ultimate fishing adventure in Cornwall? Our famous Bluefin private charters have you covered. Pick your perfect boat adventure below!
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BLUEFIN is a purpose-built offshore Catamaran 35ft in length and powered by twin 315hp engines
YELLOWFIN sister vessel to Bluefin also 35ft Catamaran, powered by twin 315hp engine
JAWS the VIKING VOYAGER is our newest vessel a 35ft RIB powered by twin V8 300hp mercury engines.
Our diverse fleet helps us offer a complete range of different boat tours in St Ives Cornwall to suit all the family, with adventure sea safaris, wildlife sightseeing and fishing trips we have the perfect bout tours for all ages and interests. Our boat cruises provide an unforgettable way to explore the stunning Cornish coastline. Choose your boat and book tickets online using our safe and secure booking system.
Booking early is recommended!
All Around the BAy
News, stories and interesting things from around St Ives Bay.

Seal Island: A Must-Do Boat Trip from St Ives
Looking for an unforgettable experience in St Ives? Take a boat trip to Seal Island to see grey seals in their natural habitat, along with stunning coastal views and local

Dolphin-Watching Boat Trips in St Ives Bay
Join us for an unforgettable dolphin-spotting adventure in St Ives Bay! These playful marine mammals often leap alongside our boats, and bowriding at the front, giving you a ringside view

Your Guide to Seals in St Ives Bay
Britain’s waters are home to both grey seals and the rarer common seal, with grey seals being a frequent sight on our St Ives safari trips. With nearly half of

Godrevey Lighthouse
Perched on a rugged island in St Ives Bay, Godrevy Lighthouse has guided sailors through treacherous waters since 1859. Immortalised by Virginia Woolf and born from maritime tragedy, its story
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FAQ's
What should I bring on the boat trips?
Our captains have the life jackets and all the gear, so we recommend you passengers just need to bring warm layers, a waterproof jacket, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a camera to capture the action. If you’re on our deep sea mackerel fishing charter, all equipment is provided, and you keep your catch!
Will I see wildlife?
We can’t guarantee wildlife sightings, however our trips often encounter seals, dolphins, seabirds, and occasionally Porbeagle shark. Our skippers know all the best spots for seeing wildlife in their natural habitat!
Are the boats suitable for young children and elderly passengers?
Yes! Our stable catamaran trips are ideal for all ages, please note our high-speed RIB adventures may be better suited for those who enjoy a more exhilarating ride.
Are the boat trips dog friendly?
What happens if the weather is bad?
The safety of passengers and our crew is top priority. If the weather and sea conditions are unsafe, we may need to reschedule or cancel your trip. In these rare cases, we’ll offer an alternative date or a full refund.
Do I need to book in advance?
St Ives is located in an area of outstanding natural beauty and in summer it gets quite busy around here! We highly recommend booking in advance, especially during peak season, to secure your spot. Walk-ins are welcome, but availability cannot be guaranteed. Buy your tickets online, give us a call on 07824166224 or come say hello on the harbour. Find us here.
How long are the tours?
Our most popular ocean excursions last between 45mins to 1 hours and 30 minutes, the wreck and reef fishing tour is 4 hours and private charters range from 8-10hours
Bluefin Charters fishing & Jaws Adventure RIB
unfortunately the wrong seal island 🤣 ... See MoreSee Less
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When this happens, it's usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it's been deleted.It feels great to say we will be back fishing next month 😁🙌👌🦈
We start our season chasing Giants and trying to get some of our crews that special 500lb + Shark or for others just there first Porbeagle.
There is only a handful of dates left so get in touch.
Full Charter only £650 max 3-4 crew
All equipment and bait provided
dates are in April and early May
07747493101
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Coming to Falmouth again this season is the UK Bluefin Tuna championships and we are
looking forward to defending our title as champions.
Going to be tough one as the competition ramps up to be bigger and better 👌
It’s a great video created by the organisers so please feel free to share and follow the official championship page. www.facebook.com/share/18Y2f3iZoa/?mibextid=wwXIfr
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Great little short video that one of our crews made of there Bluefin tuna trip to falmouth back in November.
Thanks for sending it over and if any other crews have made videos of there tuna trips please feel free to send them so we can share.
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Been making the most of the good weather and Bluefin is starting to look sharp once again👌
Plenty of maintenance, cleaning and upgrades being done before we hit the water in mid March.
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Some great camera action to catch these amazing fish so close up.
We are blessed to witness this at several local spots and have done now for nearly 8 years and every time we see it we still pinch ourselves and it certainly gets our crews excited for a days tuna action.💥🙌 ... See MoreSee Less
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