Speedboat Cruise Tour: Embankment OR Westminster Pier -70 minutes
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1 hour 10 minutes
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Are you an adrenaline junkie? Then this high-speed Thames River tour RIB experience is tailor made for you! London will truly come alive and kicking with the fastest, most exciting River Thames cruise you could ever experience.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
If your trip is subject to our Minimum Passenger Number Policy you will be contacted 24 hours before to be offered an alternative time or date to travel
Please note that children have Children 13 years & under must be accompanied by an adult.to weigh a minimum of 15kg (2.36 stone)
Children 14 years & over can travel without an adult at parent/guardian discretion
Please note that children have to weigh a minimum of 15kg (2.36 stone)
Changes made after booking may be subject to a £35.00 admin fee
Passengers who are pregnant or have any form of heart or back complaints cannot travel
Refunds or reschedules will not be offered if you miss the trip. It is important to arrive 15 minutes before your departure time.
ANYBODY PREGNANT, WITH HEART OR BACK PROBLEMS / OR OTHER SERIOUS MEDICAL CONDITIONS IS PROHIBITED
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Complimentary plastic poncho if weather dictates
Life jacket
High-Speed River Cruise
Hotel pickup and drop off
Gratuities
What To Expect
Tower of London
GUIDED COMMENTARY
HMS Belfast
GUIDED COMMENTARY
Options
Thames Barrier - WESTMINSTER
Thames Barrier Experience: 70 minute Thames Barrier Experience from WESTMINSTER PIER (BOARDING POINT F) to the Thames Barrier & back
Starting point:
Westminster Pier, Victoria Embankment, London SW1A 2JH, UK
Thames Barrier - EMBANKMENT
Thames Barrier Experience: 70 minute Thames Barrier Experience from EMBANKMENT PIER (BOARDING POINT 1) to the Thames Barrier & back
Starting point:
Embankment Pier, Victoria Embankment, WC2N 6NU, London WC2N 6PA, UK
Reviews
771 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Rib trip
Chris H,
Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Been on a couple of rib tours This was by far the best high speed. Great commentary of the sights Top notch and worth the money
Awesome ride!
Valerie T,
Oct 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was an awesome ride. The slow parts and photo ops were great. The sped up part was even better! And they had great taste in music!
Great experience
Heather R,
Sep 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A really great experience, lots of high speed swerving around, loved it. The safety brief at the beginning was very reassuring and I felt safe and comfortable for the whole trip. Plus we got an upgrade to a longer trip when there weren’t quite enough people on the one we booked.
Highly recommend
Mrs Smith02,
Sep 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic experience, amazing views of London from the river and some really interesting commentary. I lived in London for over 11 years and found out new things about the bridges that I'd never known before. Brilliant for families. Thoroughly recommend this!
Thames Barrier cruise
EJB22,
Sep 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Initially there were not enough people on our booking, but the team kept in contact and as we got closer to the day it was confirmed, so worth waiting to see. The three of us had a great trip with Dean (the skipper) and Matt. Learned some new things about landmarks on the river and enjoyed the fast ride part of the trip with music. Great to see the London Barrier - actually closed for the annual test day, which was interesting. Highly recommend.
Girls weekend in London
Kerrie B,
Sep 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My friend & I booked this tour for a bit of fun on our girls weekend to London! Easy to find directions, the lady at the reception kiosk was friendly & informative. The two guys that took us out on our trip were friendly & were detailed in the knowledge of all the landmarks that we slowed to look at. Then the real fun began! Speeding up & down the Thames to Bond was so much fun especially at the end when we caught the wake of a boat a head of us, loved the experience would definitely recommend it.
Fast and Furious
livbrand29,
Aug 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a great experience music on boat was great, commentary over the 70 mins was interesting. The high speed at certain areas was fantastic. Overall we had a great trip
An amazing experience – way beyond my expectations!
sidneymB1051QH,
Aug 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had already been on a speedboat ride and I thought I had seen it all... but this time the team set the bar even higher! The organization was impeccable, the Mood on board exceptional, and the crew showed a communicative enthusiasm to make this moment truly unique. Between thrills, laughter and entertaining comments, everything was there for a memorable experience. It is without hesitation the highlight of my stay in London! For those who want to live an adventure full of adrenaline and discover the city from a new angle, it is simply unmissable. Ed & Barry the best!!!
Absolutely Unforgettable – Even Better Than Before!
mllersandy,
Aug 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had done a speedboat tour before and thought it couldn’t get any better – but the team proved me wrong! Everything was perfectly organized from start to finish, the atmosphere on board was amazing, and the crew went above and beyond to make this the absolute highlight of my stay in London. The mix of adrenaline, fun, and witty commentary was simply outstanding. Without a doubt, the best experience of my trip to London! If you’re looking for an incredible thrill and a unique way to see the city, this tour is an absolute must. Best crew Ed&Barry! Thx
Fabulous fun and exhilarating experience!
Christine K,
Aug 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were a group of friends and family and did the Embankment to Thames Barrier trip. What a ride!! Great fun and a real adrenaline rush. Felt super safe at all times. Very professional organisation x Big thanks to our guide Akiro and pilot Brad for a great day out!
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