10 Boat Tours & Water Sports in Suffolk That You Shouldn't Miss

Viking Mariners offer luxury sailing experiences on the River Orwell and beyond on either one of our sailing yachts, power craft or barges.

Life's a blast on Coastal Voyager! Trips to suit all from high speed, adrenaline fuelled sea blasts to gentle river trips with a stop for dinner. We also offer a three hour round trip to see the seals at Scroby sands and the wind farm before returning to Southwold. Keen skippers can also have a go at driving the Voyager under the instruction of our experienced skippers, a great gift or way to celebrate a special occasion. We also offer private hire and tailor made trips as well as taking commercial bookings.

Galaxsea Divers is more than just Ipswich's friendliest dive shop, it's the place where you can learn to dive, book scuba diving holidays, purchase scuba diving equipment and have your scuba diving equipment serviced and repaired!

Sailing Barge Victor is a perfect marriage of a majestic and traditionally rigged 19th century sailing vessel with comfortable, modern facilities for guests. A sailing trip on Sailing Barge Victor offers a truly memorable and affordable opportunity to experience living history.We can accommodate comfortably up to 40 guests. All scheduled cruises are available for private charter or corporate events, subject to availability. Drinks and refreshments may be purchased from our licensed bar on board which includes a range of fine Adnams beers, cider and soft drinks. Please note that ALL drinks consumed must be purchased on board.

We are an independent surf, ski and snowboard shop - a great independent business and a wonderful shopping experience! Let us help and advise you with all the kit you need for your winter or summer holidays.

Hippersons boatyard is a unique, self catering, holiday destination in Beccles, with Quirky Houseboats and Secret Glamping hideaways floating on the Broads National park. New for 2020 we are adding Secret Garden, a land based Glamping pod for those who like to be by the river. We provide fun for all the family and are also a romantic getaway from it all escape. We believe that life is not a dress rehearsal and everyone deserves time out with loved ones, making memories through fun and adventure on and around the river. There are many experiences provided on site to help you explore the Waveney Valley by Water and land - electric Dayboats, canoes and Kayaks, bikes and new for 2020 our “Sparrows and Amazons” experience. We are also a working boatyard, and you will see watercraft come and go, some go in and out and if you have an interest in boats, Simon and Stephen are happy to chat to you about them. They might even have a project in the yard to show you.

To provide safe, subsidised and enjoyable river cruises for the disabled and/or elderly, including their family and friends; who would not otherwise be able to access the pleasures of the Broadland Waterways. Waveney Stardust cruisers are designed to accommodate people in wheelchairs and are suitable for all passengers with walking difficulties. Our boats, equipment and operational procedures are

Sailing adventures for family, friends and business around Suffolk's beautiful rivers and coastlines. Longer cruises to the Thames Estuary, the UK south coast and Northern France are also available by arrangement. Day sails, yacht charter, RYA yachting courses, milebuilding, coastal passages. Sailing to local events such as Clacton Air Show, Pin Mill Barge Match. families warmly welcomed.

Iken Canoe is based on the stunning upper reaches of the Alde estuary between Snape and Aldeburgh, close to the Suffolk coast. We hire out Canadian canoes, 4-6 person Katakanus, sit-on-top kayaks, stand up paddleboards (SUPs) a motor dinghy, plus Cornish Shrimper sailing boat charter, for people to explore this wonderful estuary and see wildlife such as seals basking on the mud. Hire can be from 1 hour for a SUP, or 2 hours or more on a canoe or kayak. Suitable for couples, groups or families.

For over 50 years the East Coast Sail Trust has provided educational adventure cruises for children onboard the Thames Sailing Barge Thalatta. When Thalatta is not on charter to schools, youth organisations and social projects she can be used for other activities to help fund the Trust and benefit the wider community. These charters typically include day sails, corporate entertainment, company team building, family celebrations, club outings and other group events. Numbers are limited to 12 when she is underway but may be increased to 40+ for alongside static events.