You will board in Mermaid Quay at the heart of Cardiff Bay and enjoy a relaxing 45 minute trip around the area where you will see the Senedd, Norwegian Church and many more famous sights. You can also board at the Barrage where we pick up further passengers 15 minutes later than the times advertised
45 Minute Bay Tour
Groups, Tour Operators & School Trips
If your group or tour is interested in coming on board for a private excursion, you can save money by taking advantage of our special rates! We provide an interesting guided commentary, sharing the interesting history of Cardiff Bay and the surrounding areas.
Payment is required in advance of your chosen date
Maximum of 100 in total (including group leaders and assistants) although groups can be split onto separate cruises if required.
There must be a minimum of 20 people in your group
Depending on your group size, date and demand there may be other groups of passengers onboard.
Aquabus Service, Bay to City
Our Aquabus Service provides an hourly service between Cardiff Castle grounds in the City Centre and Mermaid Quay in Cardiff Bay.
Flatholm Island Ferry
Boarding at Penarth/Barrage South boat landing, we set sail through the Cardiff Bay Barrage lock gates out into the Bristol Channel where we drop you off at Flat holm Island for a full 3 hours exploring before casting off once more to bring you back.
Jet Boat Trips
We have two Jet Boats available offering two types of trips. Our signature Bay Waves trip which is 25 minutes taking in the best of both worlds of a fast run across Cardiff Bay with a slower chance to take photos as we go along the River Ely, then come back again. Our second option is Coastal Shock which is for 1 hour sailing from Cardiff Bay, through the Barrage and out into the Bristol Channel.
Self Drive Berry Boat
An adventure for all the family! Hire your own boat for a 30 minute slot and see the famous sights of Cardiff Bay. This trip is perfect for all the family including the furry ones with each boat having capacity 6 guests! Life jackets and instructions will be provided.
Afternoon Tea At Sea
Welcome aboard our cruise for a delightful afternoon tea experience like no other in Cardiff! Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, anniversary, engagement, hen party or a baby shower, our Afternoon Tea on the water is the perfect way to celebrate your special occasion in style.
Fish and Ship
Come onboard for our 2 hour trip around Cardiff Bay with award winning Fish and Chips! Enjoy the sights of Cardiff Bay including the Senned, the Norweigen Church and many more famous sights as you tuck in to our classic Fish and Chips made by the award winning Fish and Chip Ship Co!
Saturday Night Party Boat
Join us on the original Cardiff Party Boat every Saturday night! Whether you’re looking to celebrate in style or fancy a night out, this unique experience will leave you with memories to remember!
Special Boat Trips
Throughout the year we throw some amazing seasonal boat trips including events such as Concerts, Six Nations, Halloween and Sail With Santa!
This is the main hub of Cardiff Bay and the start for our Bay Tours, ferry to the city centre, speedboat rips and parties.
Postcode: CF10 5BZ
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The boat landing closest to Penarth is known as the Barrage South stop. Board here for Flatholm Island and to sail over to Mermaid Quay (Cardiff Bay).
Postcode: CF64 1TP
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Known as Bute Park, the Castle Stop or City Centre, this is the boarding point for our ferry that takes you from the centre of Cardiff to Cardiff Bay (Mermaid Quay)
Postcode: CF10 3RB
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Taff Meads Embankment. This is the boarding point used for larger boats for city centre drop off and collection. This is also the alternative boarding point should there be any issues further up river.
Postcode: CF11 6YY
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St Davids Hotel. Officially known as Sovereign Quay, this is the closest boarding point for the St Davids Hotel and is used by special requests for private hire of our boats.
Postcode: CF10 5SF
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