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Kayaking & Canoeing

What better way to experience Bournemouth’s stunning coastline than in a canoe or kayak? There are schools along the coast so, whether you’re trying it out for the first time or improving your skills, you can hire equipment and find tuition. Then, you can take to the open water on Bournemouth’s glistening seas for the best views back to our majestic coastline. Alternatively, you can opt for the sheltered harbours of nearby Christchurch or Poole or venture into the New Forest for your water activities.

Sailing

With such a vast expanse of the English Channel on your doorstep, a stay in Bournemouth offers the perfect opportunity to take to the water. There are schools and boat hire in our neighbouring towns, including Poole and Christchurch so, once you’ve found your sea legs, you can explore our impressive coastline. There are also several yacht clubs in the surrounding areas so you can find out about moorings for visitors.

Surfing

The beaches in Bournemouth and Boscombe are popular with surfing community all year round and the best swells are near the two piers. Bring your own board or, if you’re trying it for the first time, there are surf schools in the resort where pros can show you the ropes.

Windsurfing

There are windsurfing schools in both Poole and Christchurch harbours – just a short drive from Bournemouth. So, you can stay in town and head out to our neighbouring coastal towns for a slice of the action.

Kitesurfing

Our picturesque coastline is a great place to kitesurf – there are schools in Poole Harbour and enviable stretches of sand at Hengistbury Head. The shallow, waist-deep waters along our coast offer a safe, flat and predictable surface perfect for practising.

Scuba Diving

Diving is available off the Bournemouth and Poole coast. You’ll start your adventure from Poole Harbour and a rib will take you out into the English Channel for an unbeatable underwater exploration.

Snorkelling

The calm, shallow waters along Studland Bay in the Purbecks are just a quick ferry ride away and are celebrated for snorkelling.

Wakeboarding

Poole Harbour’s watersports schools offer wakeboarding along the coast so you can get your adrenaline fix against a stunning backdrop.

Paddleboarding

That feeling of achievement when you stand up for the first time... Why not try something new when you come to Bournemouth? Or, if you’re already a pro, you’ll find Bournemouth’s spacious coastline and calm waters the perfect place to practise.

Jet Skiing

Want a thrill on the water in a spectacular South Coast setting? You can take a guided jet ski safari to explore Poole Harbour and on towards the fascinating Jurassic coast.

Boat Trips and Cruises

Enjoy the coast from a different perspective on a harbour cruise taking in Europe’s largest harbour and the Jurassic Coast. Take a boat trip to National Trust Brownsea Island, Swanage or a Wareham River Cruise. Alternatively, charter your own boat to Explore our beautiful coastline.

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Bournemouth is well known for its great variety of hotels, guest houses, B&Bs and self catering options situated along our stunning coastline. You’ll find luxury international hotel groups, national chains, beautiful boutique hotels, independent and family friendly hotels and guest houses, budget friendly hotels, a great choice of self catering options and caravan and camping parks along our neighbouring coastline and countryside.

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Condor Ferries

Poole

If you're looking for a day out with a difference that's really great value, join us on one of our high speed journeys to Guernsey.
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Corfe Castle

Dorset Waterpark is a wet and wild Woodland Waterpark set in the stunning surrounding of the Purbeck countryside.

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Brownsea Island Ferries

Poole

Poole's oldest boat company leaving from the Yellow Kiosks on Poole Quay, harbour cruises, Jurassic cruises, bird boats and trips to Brownsea Island.

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Superhawk Marine

Poole

Experience the unique combination of exhilaration and fun in luxurious comfort, or relax aboard our spacious Sunseeker Performance Motor Cruiser. Based on the beautiful Poole Harbour on the South Coast of England.
Greenslade Pleasure Boats

Poole

Board a Greenslade boat & see the wonderful Poole Harbour, take a trip up the Wareham river or visit Brownsea Island.

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City Cruises Poole

Poole

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A wide range of cruises departing from Poole Quay and Swanage Pier.

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Sea Fishing Poole

Poole

Sea Fishing Poole, book a fishing trip, buy your equipment or charter a boat - have a day's adventure.
Mudeford Ferry

Christchurch

The Mudeford Ferry operates between Mudeford Quay and the Beach at Mudeford Sandbank approximately every 15 minutes during British Summer Time, which is from Easter to late October, weather permitting.
Jetski Safaris

Lilliput, Poole

A guided Safari to explore Poole Harbour, the second largest natural harbour in the world as well as parts of the spectacular Jurassic coastline from Bournemouth to Swanage!

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Castaway Luxury Boat Charters

Poole

Luxury Cruises along the Jurassic Coastline, Isle of Wight, or Lulworth Cove.

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Surf Steps - Bournemouth Surf School

Bournemouth

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Land and Wave Sandbanks

Poole

Land & Wave Sandbanks is the ultimate hub for kayaking and paddle boarding. Land & Wave Sandbanks is right on the iconic Sandbanks peninsula in Poole Harbour.
Sorted Surf School

Boscombe, Bournemouth

We have so much happening this season from the ever popular kids surf club to loads of great events including demo days here on Boscombe Beach opposite Europe's surfing reef!
Shaka Surf

Poole

Shaka Surf isn’t just a any old surf school, we offer a variety of water sports, and we are set up on the golden sands of Poole & Bournemouth Bay; on a seven mile stretch of sand, and water, that can offer great waves, or great flat water fun.

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