Jurassic Coast Cruise: Scenic Poole to Swanage

Explore 185 million years of history on a Poole Jurassic Coast cruise. Enjoy stunning views, live commentary, and relax with a drink onboard.

Duration: 2 hours, 15 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Brownsea Island - Enjoy the scenic view of Brownsea Island as you pass by. Brownsea is the largest island in Poole Harbour and is steeped in history. As you sail past, one of our knowledgeable captains will share intriguing and captivating stories about the island’s past.
  • Sandbanks - Cruise past the renowned homes on the Sandbank Peninsula….
What's Included
  • Captain
  • Boat ticket
Additional Information

Set off on an adventure through 185 million years of history at Poole Harbour, traveling along the eastern edge of the Jurassic Coastline to Swanage and back.
Experience stunning views of the sky, sea, sand, and chalk formations, including Old Harry Rocks, which are said to be named after the infamous pirate, Harry Paye.
With numerous sights to behold…

Location
Poole Quay
The Quay
Please make your way to the Blue Coastal Cruises Kiosk on Poole Quay where one of our booking will be waiting to greet and show you to the correct boat for your cruise.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Lee_s
Aug 28, 2025
Great value for a great day out - Really good boat trip, would recommend to anyone. The children enjoyed the boat ride as much as the adults
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Theresa_f
Aug 16, 2025
A really enjoyable and... - A really enjoyable and informative cruise. Ages 18 to 76 and everyone enjoyed it. Very sunny, so needed suncream.
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Tandt13
Aug 15, 2025
Lovely day out.. - Went to Swanage from Poole today and had a couple of hours to look round Swanage and grab a bite to eat before returning to Poole. Lovely cruise across the water made all the better for the commentary from the team. Jade, Steve and the funny guy made us all laugh and it was nice to learn about the stories of old Poole and the area. This is our second time we have done this cruise. It is a nice day out, well worth it and much quicker then the bus!
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Jazzgumbo
Aug 26, 2025
Short trip out to the jurrasic headland - Perhaps a little expensive for what we saw, obviously a lot will depend on the day you go as to what you see (wildlife wise, we saw very little). Good & amusing commentary from the captain (possibly some of it lost on younger folk). Interesting looking at the coastline as always from being on the sea. Well worth doing though, enjoyable couple of hours on the sea.
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P217qxanac
Aug 23, 2025
A view from the sea - Friendly crew. It’s a good way to see the coast while learning a little of its history also found it was good value for money.
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Priyavathanann
Aug 21, 2025
Simply amazing - Excellent experience while enjoying the atmosphere we we’re learning a lot about the environment and it’s specialty as the captain explained everything.
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Pauline
Aug 20, 2025
Disappointed regards to Jurassic tour as sea conditions prevented this but the harbour cruise was good - Unfortunately due to sea conditions I am unable to comment on the Jurassic circular trip. However we did have an extended harbour cruise which was nice and informative.
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Sandyannwickens
Aug 13, 2025
Worthwhile boat trip - Confusion regarding where to wait / queue as so many people ! Good boat ride generally though and good weather a bonus ! Good commentary captain !
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Simon_n
Aug 19, 2025
Cut short due to bsd... - Cut short due to bsd weather although it was not rough outside the harbour. Missed out on seeing the coast which is the point of the trip. Was offered a soft drink as compensation . Shouls be a 50% refund at least
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Morgan_c
Aug 26, 2025
Homophobic tour guide - Guide making homophobic comments over the loudspeaker ruined my experience. Offensive and possibly illegal behaviour
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From $28
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).