London River Thames Speedboat Tour
Speed along the River Thames at up to 30 knots, passing the London Eye and Tower of London with a comedian guide narrating.
- Speed along the River Thames at up to 30 knots aboard a high-speed boat
- Travel out to Canary Wharf and the Docklands and back
- Hear London history mixed with comedy from an award-winning comedian guide
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London: River Thames Speed Boat Tour
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September 2026
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What's included
- Life jacket
- Live commentary from a comedian guide
- Onboard music
About this ticket
Your ticket secures you a seat on a speedboat for a fast-paced ride on the River Thames. You will be provided with a life jacket for the trip out to Canary Wharf and back. A comedian guide provides live narration, and music is played throughout the journey.
Practical info
This ticket is valid only for your selected date and time. Meet at Boarding Gate 1 at Waterloo Millennium London Eye Pier, located directly underneath the London Eye. A minimum of 8 passengers is required for each tour to run. Infants must be at least 6 months old, and children under 14 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
How to redeem
You will receive a PDF voucher after booking. Please present this voucher at the meeting point on the day of your tour.
Important notes
- This ticket is non-refundable once booked.
- Expectant mothers are not permitted on board at any stage of pregnancy.
- The tour is not recommended for anyone with past or current back problems.
- A disclaimer form must be signed by a parent or guardian for guests aged 15 and 16 before departure.
- The boat is not wheelchair accessible, and all guests must be able to sit unaided.
This ticket is for a high-speed Thames tour with live comedy commentary.
Choose your date
September 2026
Passengers
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About this experience
This speedboat tour takes you along the River Thames at speeds of up to 30 knots, offering a faster, more exhilarating way to see London than the average river cruise. You'll shoot under the city's bridges and out toward Canary Wharf and the Docklands, catching views of landmarks including the London Eye, the Houses of Parliament and South Bank from the water.
What sets this experience apart is the commentary. An award-winning comedian guide narrates the journey, mixing genuine historical facts about London with jokes, so the ride works as both a sightseeing trip and a bit of entertainment. There's an onboard sound system playing music as the boat powers along, adding to the high-speed, high-energy feel of the trip.
Before departure, you'll get a full safety briefing and be fitted with a life jacket. The boat itself is built for speed rather than comfort-cruising, so expect a livelier ride than a standard Thames sightseeing boat — this is as much an adrenaline activity as it is a way to see the city's landmarks.
What to expect
Once you board, you'll be given a full safety briefing and fitted with a life jacket before the boat sets off from central London. The speedboat then picks up pace on the River Thames, reaching speeds of up to 30 knots as it cuts under bridges and past landmarks like the London Eye, Houses of Parliament and South Bank, with music playing over the onboard sound system.
Throughout the ride, an award-winning comedian guide provides narration, blending real facts about London's history with jokes and banter. The route continues out toward Canary Wharf and the Docklands before heading back, giving you a different, faster-paced perspective on the city's waterfront than a traditional sightseeing cruise.
Things to note
- Wear weather-appropriate clothing, as you'll be exposed to wind and spray on the open water
- Secure loose items like hats and sunglasses before the boat picks up speed
- Life jackets are provided and worn for the duration of the trip
- The high-speed nature of the ride makes this more thrilling than a standard river cruise, so consider this if travelling with young children
- Bring a waterproof layer if rain is forecast, as the boat is open to the elements
- Arrive with enough time before departure to get through the safety briefing



