Shared Guided Punting Tour of Cambridge
Overview
Available languages
45 minutes
Mobile ticket
****This Tour is SHARED with other customers - NOT A PRIVATE TOUR****
Boats leave at the scheduled times. LATE ARRIVALS WILL BE REQUIRED TO PURCHASE NEW TICKETS. WE DO NOT HOLD BOATS TO WAIT FOR LATE CUSTOMERS.
You will receive a personal and detailed historical tour from our knowledgeable guides. You will be told about all the bridges and buildings you pass. Hearing about the famous colleges, their history, some funny anecdotes and all about our famous University Alumni. Our guides will be happy to answer your questions on the town, colleges and whatever else you are curious about. The tour covers the 1-mile stretch of the River Cam, known as The Backs. It will last approximately 45 mins.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Strollers can be left at the desk, but not taken on board. Same applies for wheelchairs. We can assist with boarding less abled passengers.
OUR ADDRESS: JESUS GREEN BOAT STATION, THOMPSONS LANE, CAMBRIDGE, CB5 8AG
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Historical tour
Tips
What To Expect
Magdalene College
Pass by Magdalene College and see where the oldest bridge in Cambridge is.
St. John's College
See the riverside college buildings and gardens.
Options
Shared Guided Punting Tour of Cambridge
Reviews
777 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A great punting experience thanks to the team at Cambridge punt company
JaiTheerthKumar G,
Oct 14, 2025
- Viator
5.00We enjoyed the whole experience as a whole as mateo was very engaging and kept sharing bits and pieces about the history of the universities along with some pranks played by students and also details around which famous personalities studied at the universities.
We had a great time...
Rajan P,
Oct 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had a great time punting. The guy who did the punting and the company staff very friendly and courteous.
Amazing views and a fun experience!
Rebecca D,
Oct 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00Loved the experience. Isa was great company and it was overall a fun punting experience in the rain!
Really fun experience
Steve A,
Oct 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00A fun 45 minute boat ride passing some of the famous colleges and universities that Cambridge is famous for. Really worth doing if you’re in town and get the chance
Punting in cambridge
Wendy W,
Oct 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00For this time of year (October) wear warm clothes and a woolly hat. The host was great and really knowledgeable. It was fun sharing the punt with others. Shame we were not given blankets by this firm as others were.
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Operated by Cambridge Punt Company