Availability Sunday 25th May am, BH Monday. Call or message Giles to discuss your plans and to book.
Explore the beautiful Falmouth Bay in your own skippered speed boat. Luxury boat trips in Cornwall!
Whether you're down here on holiday and would like to take the ultimate boat trip with your family, or are a local who wants to see all the sights from a totally new perspective, we can ensure that your on the water experience is a memorable one. The perfect charter boat for couples and smaller groups.
We’re able to accommodate individual groups of up to seven, and we’re dog-friendly too. While of course a boat tour aboard Carmen Rose is fast and fun, comfort and safety are paramount. If speed isn't your thing, she is perfectly suited for providing a relaxing river cruise too!
Your charter boat moored up at the beautiful Pandora Inn
Guests enjoying a drink on their sunset cruise overlooking the water towards Pendennis castle
Cruising across Falmouth Bay on a private boat tour
Your charter boat moored up at the beautiful Pandora Inn
Boat tours taking in the stunning waters of Falmouth Bay, including St Mawes, Flushing, the Helford and more!
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Carmen Rose is licensed to operate within an expansive area of coastal waters in south Cornwall, from St Anthony’s lighthouse on the Roseland Peninsula to Nare Head on The Lizard.
Encompassing the River Fal, Malpas, the Helford River and the Carrick Roads along with Falmouth, Flushing, St Mawes, Mylor and St Just. Rich history and stunning scenery combine In the open waters of Falmouth Bay itself – the third deepest natural harbour in the world - where wildlife watching opportunities abound.
The ultimate sight-seeing boat trip. Every charter is unique
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With luxury boat trips running from April to October, throughout the warmer months there's always plenty of on the water activity to experience on your private skippered speed boat charter. Get in amongst the action with the numerous sailing regattas that take place throughout the season, see luxury yachts and visiting cruise ships from up close, and watch the local bird life, seals, dolphins and other visiting wildlife in their natural habitat.
There are hidden coves only accessible from the water, secret smugglers tunnels, beautiful historic buildings and waterside gems like the Pandora Inn at which to moor up and enjoy a drink. If you fancy stopping off for a swim, or would like to anchor up in a sheltered bay for a spot of food, just let your skipper Giles know and he'll be happy to oblige. And new for 2025, we're offering totally unique luxury guided fishing experiences and guided snorkelling experiences, if either of these are something you fancy trying!
Tailor made boat trips to give everyone an incredible experience!
We will tailor your private boat tour to suit the time of year, weather on the day, and the occasion. Your skippered speed boat charter is totally bespoke, with prices from £195 for an hour and half tour for up to seven guests, including fuel. With so many stunning locations to explore, whatever you'd like to see or do we'll do our very best to accommodate your requirements.
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If you don't have anything specific in mind and would just like to see some of what the area has to offer, your skipper will be more than happy to show you the very best available on the day. You won't be dissappointed!
Arrive in comfort and style to your waterfront wedding by boat, scatter the ashes of a loved one at sea, capture from the water photography, or experience a water taxi less ordinary. We can also facilitate commercial filming from a very comfortable platform.
