Poole of Plenty: Your cruise around the natural harbour will no doubt be a Poole highlight, back onshore you’ll also find there’s a pretty beach at Sandbanks, perfect for a cycle or walk. Explore Poole’s quayside and dive into the rich history of the region. Also, as you’re out in the bay you’ll no doubt be shown Brownsea Island. It’s a National Trust gem and well worth exploring.
Romancing by the harbour: How does watching the sun set over the calm harbour waters while enjoying some fine cuisine? As romantic as it comes, right? There are plenty of food choices, from restaurants dotted along the quayside, to quality cuisine near Sandbanks beach. With a reputation for fresh fish and oysters, seafood really needs to be on the menu.
Comfortable in summer, windy and cold in winter: You’ll find the summers are the perfect time to visit. Comfortable with those stunning sunsets as a bonus, winters can be long and cold, and oh so windy. Wrap up warm.
• If you visit some of the larger islands, you may see a red squirrel or two! They thrive on three of them.
• The harbour occupies around 3600 hectares and supports many important wildlife species, including birds that winter there and that breed during the spring.
• If you’re looking to buy yourself a house down in Sandbanks, you might need to save some pennies. It's considered to be the most expensive place to live in Europe!
As the harbour is small, you’ll find that most cruises will take you around the harbour and along the coastline. For dinner, you need to visit the restaurants that line the quay.
We realise you want to capture those destination hotspots on your tour. Many operators do offer free Wi-Fi on board, but you will need to check with the individual operator.
Yes, but be aware that there is a high season (April to September) and Low Season (October to March). Check the tour details for timings.
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Each tour is different, but in general, they will have a duration of between 1 to 2 hours. Make sure to check the specific tour for timings.
Boat tours will run at different times of the day, especially if you are booked on a lunch or dinner cruise. Make sure to check the tour details for a full listing of times.