minute river trip

Self Drive Picnic Boat Hire

Hire your own electric self drive boat for 1-2 hours for up to 12 people

About

Your very own boat for up 12 people on the Thames

The perfect option for a small gathering of family and friends, our electric powered picnic boats are one of the coolest and most fun ways to spend a few hours afloat. The silent electric motor powers you along the river as guests sit back, eat, drink and relax.

The trip

Self drive boat or add a fully trained skipper

Book a boat online and arrive at our Caversham Pier base by Caversham Bridge in Reading. Our friendly team will talk you through the controls, take you out for a quick practice and then you are free to explore the Thames alone.

Do you prefer to be driven? You can book a two-hour skippered charter and let one of our team take care of the boat whilst you sit back and relax with friends and family. Don't forget to book an ice box for your drinks!

The Finer Details:

Hire the boat for either 1 or 2 hours
Departure from Caversham Pier
Electric sustainable and quiet boating on the Thames
A large picnic table and benches with umbrella
Book one of 3 slots 10:00, 13:00 or 16:00
Choose from 1 or 2 hours
Self-drive hire includes a 10-15 min introduction including and on-water driving guide (this is within your booked time period)

Ticket Prices

prices valid for 2022 season

Adult Single

Adult return

senior Single

senior return

child single

child return

family single

family return

Weekday pricing - 1 hour £100, 2 hours £175, 2-hour boat + skipper £250

Weekend pricing - 1 hour £120, 2 hours £200, 2-hour boat + skipper £275

Cool box with ice hire, £10 per charter

When you arrive we will ask you to provide a £150 deposit held on a debit or credit card. You can find full terms and conditions for self drive boat hire here.

The Details

trip Duration

120

Minutes

Boarding location/s

Caversham Pier