Join us for a 45 min trips around Looe (St. Georges) Island, or our coastal trips to Polperro, aboard our custom built boats, Nautilus, Octopussy, Underworld & Boatzer – to view life both on & under the sea.
Looe Bay & Island
Our trips operate from the pontoon in East Looe (opposite the Lookout Cafe), or from the streps outside of Yamas restaurant, and take you into Looe Bay and around Looe (St. Georges) Island. With its underwater marine reserve and playing home to a colony of grey seals for much of the spring & summer months, it is a fantastic trip for all the family.
You will pass smuggler’s caves, habitats for seals and seabirds… and, if you are lucky, see dolphins too. Set into the hull of our boats are glass viewing panels that allow to see life below the waves where fish, jelly fish and other marine life which live around our shores.
Polperro
When tides permit, join us for a coastal cruise to Polperro where you will enjoy a minimum of 1 hour 30 mins ashore to explore the Village & a meal in one of the many pubs, cafes & restaurants.
Leaving Looe Harbour, the cruise takes approximately one hour. We follow the coastline past Hannafore and passing between the shoreline & Looe (St. George’s) Island; Port Nadler, Talland Bay.
You’ll arrive in the beautiful fishing village of Polperro which is one of Cornwall’s most picturesque harbours. The journey back to Looe takes one hour and gives the iconic view of Looe’s Banjo Pier as you return to port.
Ideal For All Ages
Our trips are ideal for all ages with easy-access onto our boat. The trips are a great taster for those looking for a short time afloat. You will have spectacular views back towards Looe, Hannafore, the beach & pier, for those perfect holiday photos – not to mention the unique environment of the Island, run by the Cornish Wildlife Trust.
Each of our boats can accommodate 12 people, so if you have a large family or group, please contact us to arrange a bespoke trip & price.
2026 Prices & Season
Our 2025 season will commence on April 10th and run through to the October half term (weather permitting).
Prices are just £12 pp for our 45 min trips
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The Glass Bottom Boats depart from East Looe Quay either the Pontoon (outside of The Lookout cafe) or by the harbour steps (outside of the Yamas restaurant).
Cash Is Preferred – Cards Are Accepted. We also welcome dogs.
