Speedboat 'Tower RIB Blast' from Tower Millennium Pier - 20 minutes

From£37.74
20 min
Commentary: Guide · en

About this activity

Experience London's iconic landmarks from the Thames River on a 20-minute high-speed speedboat ride, complete with guided commentary and safety gear.

Highlights

  • Thrilling high-speed boat ride
  • Guided tour of London's landmarks
  • Waterproof ponchos provided
  • Lifejackets for safety
  • Exhilarating Thames River experience

Full description

Blast along the River Thames on this 20 minute TOWER RIB BLAST round-trip speedboat cruise from Tower Millennium Pier. Once suited up, sit back and take in the view as you head along the river past the Tower of London and under Tower Bridge. Then its throttle time! Feel the FULL throttle of the RIB's (rigid inflatable boat) 740hp twin turbo engines as you roar along the River Thames towards Canary Wharf & back to Tower in the same fashion... It's a 20 minute BLAST! Thrill in the high speeds and intense wave crashing action at full power all the way back to the Tower Pier. Small-group trips are limited to a maximum of 12 people.

Included / Excluded

  • High-speed river cruise
  • Complimentary plastic poncho if weather dictates
  • Life jacket
  • Live commentary on board
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities

Itinerary

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Pass by: Tower of London

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Pass by: HMS Belfast

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Pass by: Tower Bridge

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Pass by: Location where executions took place over the course of 400 years, including that of the infamous Captain Kidd.

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Pass by: Canary Wharf

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Pass by: The View from the Shard

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE

Important information

Know before you book

  • This experience is suitable for all ages and fitness levels.
  • The ride operates in most weather conditions; check the forecast before booking.
  • Advance booking is recommended to secure your preferred time slot.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable clothing suitable for water activities.
  • Bring a waterproof camera to capture the experience.
  • Arrive at the departure point 15 minutes before the scheduled time.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

  • Stroller Accessible
  • Easy Public Transport

Good to know

  • 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
  • Children 13 years & under must be accompanied by an adult.
  • 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.

Traveler reviews

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Fab experience

Brill guide I think his name was Adi

S8708PQelihMay 29, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Absolutely fab!

Absolutely brilliant, Kane and George were our crew and my 13 year old granddaughter and I loved it. The James Bond theme playing whilst we were enjoying the ride was fab.

lorrainee891May 29, 2026TRIPADVISOR

It's going to be really exciting!

Great experience aboard this large, ultra-fast zodiac. Plenty of sensations on a beautiful course along the banks of the Thames. The highlight was the James Bond music; it really felt like we were in it!

gdhelftMay 18, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Poppies speed boat ride

My 7yr old had an absolute blast..she loved it so much she wants to take her friends on her birthday.👍

lynnaN1291KIApr 26, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Recommended!

Fantastic - the absolute highlight of our few days in London! We got upgraded from the twenty minute ride to the 45 minute one as there weren't enough people on our booked trip for it to go ahead, so we were pretty fortunate. Helpful and friendly staff, particularly our guide who gave us interesting sightseeing information during the first (slower) part of the boat ride including where certain action film stunts were filmed along the river. Then came the exhilaration of the high speed rush, complete with swerves back and forth across the water and round bends in the river! A nice touch to have music playing too... The high speed part was just the right duration - long enough to feel it was enough, not so long that it got too much..Totally recommend!

ClaireW3176Apr 17, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Additional information

Children 13 years & under must be accompanied by an adult Please note that children have to weigh a minimum of 15kg (2.36 stone) Changes made after booking may be subject to a £25.00 admin fee IF THE TIME YOU SELECT IS NOT AVAILABLE YOUR BOOKING WILL BE INPUT ON THE NEAREST TIME AVAILABLE & YOU WILL BE CONTACTED BY THAMES RIB EXPERIENCE 24 HOURS PRIOR TO YOUR BOOKING DATE 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