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Enjoy the finest views from England’s largest lake

Enjoy the finest views from England’s largest lake

Cruises & Fares

Have the perfect day out with Windermere Lake Cruises

No matter where you start your journey, you’ll be treated to stunning views of mountain scenery, secluded bays and the many wooded islands.

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Make it a full day out by adding a trip to a local attraction

Many of our cruises visit popular local attractions that are conveniently close to our piers. Choose a combined ticket to save money and enjoy a great day out.

Cruise & 1 Attraction

Cruise & 2 Attractions

Mountain views from Windermere

Scenic Cruises

Stunningly scenic trips on Lake Windermere, departing daily from Ambleside, Bowness, Brockhole or Lakeside piers.
✔️ Flexible day tickets - pick any departure you like on the day ✔️ Buy online or at the pier ✔️ Sit where you like on board

Red Cruise

Our most scenic half-lake cruise with mountain views | ⚓ Bowness → (Brockhole) → Ambleside → Bowness 🕘 75 mins

Yellow Cruise

Scenic half-lake cruise to the southern tip of Windermere & attractions | ⚓ Bowness ↔ Lakeside 🕑 90 mins

Islands (Blue) Cruise

Islands (Blue) Cruise

A great introduction to the lake: islands, mountains & historical sites. Full commentary | ⚓ Bowness → Bowness 🕑 45 mins

Freedom Of The Lake ®

Freedom Of The Lake ®

Unlimited boat travel for 24 hours on all routes | ⚓ See the full lake on this ticket: Lakeside ↔ Bowness ↔ Ambleside in 🕘 over 3 hours

Bowness to Ash Landing

Bowness to Ash Landing

A convenient shuttle from Bowness village to the quiet, western shore | ⚓ Bowness ↔ Ash Landing 🕑 20 mins each way

Walkers Ticket

A stunning circuit of Windermere by boat & lakeshore walk | ⚓ Bowness → (W'Mere Jetty) → (Brockhole) → Ambleside → Wray → 🚶 ↺ 🕑 4 hours +

Green Cruise

Travel by boat to family attractions or stay on board for circular cruise | ⚓ Ambleside → Wray → Brockhole → Ambleside 🕘 50 mins

Fell Foot Ferry

Fell Foot Ferry

Shuttle service to Fell Foot Park - walks, watersports & more | ⚓ Lakeside ↔ Fell Foot 🕑 10 mins each way

Annual Pass

Unlimited cruising for a whole year. | ⚓ Valid on any daytime cruise every day except Christmas Day 📆 364 days

Combine a boat trip with a local attraction

Make a day of it with a combined boat and local attraction visit. Our combined tickets offer great value for money and are perfect for a family day out.

Yellow Cruise & Motor Museum

Yellow Cruise & Motor Museum

Combine a scenic half-lake cruise with a trip to the fascinating Lakeland Motor Museum (within 5 days) | ⚓ Bowness ↔ Lakeside + 🚗 Museum 🕑 4 hours +

Freedom Of The Lake & Motor Museum

Freedom Of The Lake & Motor Museum

Spend a day cruising & visit Lakeland Motor Museum (within 5 days) | ⚓ Unlimited boats + 🚗 Museum visit 🕑 24 hours

Yellow Cruise & Lakes Aquarium

Yellow Cruise & Lakes Aquarium

Combine a scenic half-lake cruise with a trip to Lakes Aquarium on the same day | ⚓ Bowness ↔ Lakeside + 🐠 Aquarium 🕑 3 hours +

Freedom Of The Lake & Lakes Aquarium

Freedom Of The Lake & Lakes Aquarium

Spend a day on our cruises & visit Lakes Aquarium at Lakeside Pier | ⚓ Unlimited boats + 🐠 Aquarium visit 🕑 24 hours

Yellow Cruise & Steam Train

Yellow Cruise & Steam Train

Combine a scenic half-lake cruise with a nostalgic journey on the Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway | ⚓ Bowness ↔ Lakeside + 🚂 Steam Train 🕑 3 hours +

Freedom Of The Lake & Steam Train

Freedom Of The Lake & Steam Train

Spend a day on our cruises & enjoy one return trip on the Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway | ⚓ Unlimited boats + 🚂 Steam Train 🕑 24 hours

Red Cruise & Windermere Jetty Museum

Red Cruise & Windermere Jetty Museum

Scenic northern half-lake cruise & Windermere Jetty Museum on the same day | ⚓ Bowness → (W'Mere Jetty Museum) → (Brockhole) → Ambleside → Bowness 🕑 3 hours +

Freedom of the Lake & Windermere Jetty (Museum)

Freedom of the Lake & Windermere Jetty (Museum)

Spend a day cruising & visit Windermere Jetty Museum (1 mins walk from pier) | ⚓ Unlimited boats + Museum visit 🕑 24 hours

Cross Lakes, bus and Hill Top

Cross Lakes, bus and Hill Top

Boat/bus shuttle to Hill Top & includes entry into attraction | ⚓+🚐+🏠 Bowness ↔ Hill Top 🕑 1 day

Combine a boat trip to two local attractions

Enjoy a full day of activities in and around Windermere. Make sure you leave enough time to fit it all in!

Yellow Cruise, Motor Museum & Aquarium

Yellow Cruise, Motor Museum & Aquarium

A stunning cruise plus two attractions at the south of Windermere | ⚓ Bowness ↔ Lakeside + 🐠 Aquarium + 🚗 Museum 🕑 5 hours +

Freedom of the Lake, Motor Museum & Aquarium

Freedom of the Lake, Motor Museum & Aquarium

Spend a day exploring the lake and visit two local attractions | ⚓ Unlimited boats + 🐠 Aquarium + 🚗 Museum 🕑 5 hours +

Yellow Cruise, Aquarium & Steam Train

Yellow Cruise, Aquarium & Steam Train

A stunning cruise plus two attractions at the south of Windermere | ⚓ Bowness ↔ Lakeside + 🐠 Aquarium + 🚂 Steam Train 🕑 5 hours +

Freedom of the Lake, Steam Train & Aquarium

Freedom of the Lake, Steam Train & Aquarium

Spend a day exploring the lake and visit two local attractions | ⚓ Unlimited boats + 🚂 Steam Train + 🐠 Aquarium 🕑 5 hours +

Yellow Cruise, Motor Museum & Steam Train

Yellow Cruise, Motor Museum & Steam Train

A stunning cruise plus two attractions at the south of Windermere | ⚓ Bowness ↔ Lakeside + 🚂 Steam Train + 🚗 Museum 🕑 5 hours +

Freedom of the Lake, Steam Train & Motor Museum

Freedom of the Lake, Steam Train & Motor Museum

Spend a day exploring the lake and visit two local attractions | ⚓ Unlimited boats + 🚂 Steam Train + 🚗 Museum 🕑 5 hours +

Boat and bus services

Leave the car behind and explore The Lake District with ease by boat and bus.

Bus & Boat Ticket (Central Lakes Zone)

Bus & Boat Ticket (Central Lakes Zone)

Unlimited bus travel in the central Lake District area plus a single half-lake cruise. | 🕑 1 day

Bus & Boat Ticket (Explorer Zone)

Bus & Boat Ticket (Explorer Zone)

Unlimited bus travel in South Lakes/North Lancashire plus a single half-lake cruise | 🕑 1 day

Cross Lakes, bus and Hill Top

Cross Lakes, bus and Hill Top

Boat/bus shuttle to Hill Top & includes entry into attraction | ⚓+🚐+🏠 Bowness ↔ Hill Top 🕑 1 day

Cross Lakes Shuttle & 525 bus

Cross Lakes Shuttle & 525 bus

Convenient boat/bus shuttle between Bowness & western villages | ⚓+🚐 Bowness ↔ Hawkshead 🕑 1 day

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