Drakes Island Tours & Special Events
Drakes Island
Join the official events being held on Drakes Island, the jewel of Plymouth Sound. Please skip through the below calendar to see what tours and events have been arranged for this year.
Explorer Cruise - Choose from Thursday 25th July, Wednesday 28th August or Tuesday 10th September
Cyberheritage Tour - Choose from Thursday 27th June, Thursday 25th July or Thursday 12th September 2024.
Summer Sundowner - Thursday 4th July 2024.
Family Adventure Day - Wednesday 31st July 2024 & NEW extra date Thursday 8th August 2024.
Fireworks on Drakes Island - Wednesday 14th & Thursday 15th August 2024.
For Guided Tours - These are operated most days, please click through the calendar.
Please note the return ferry fare is included with the NEW Combination Tour, Paranormal Tour and Cyberheritage Tours. All tickets will be checked before boarding the vessel.
Enquiries regarding your TOUR Booking - please contact Drakes Island directly: 07307604468 / [email protected]
By participating in the above booking you are confirming that you have read and agree to the visit waiver provided on the Drakes Island website: https://drakes-island.com/visit-waiver
Why not try some of our other cruises
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1 Hour Scenic Harbour Cruise
Our 1 hour daily cruise departs from The Barbican Landing Stage, adjacent to the
Mayflower Steps, Plymouth.
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Calstock Cruise
A truly idyllic 5 hour boat trip, sailing up the stunning Tamar Valley to the beautiful Cornish Village of Calstock.
River Yealm Cruise
A stunning, 2 hour non-stop cruise sailing beyond Plymouth Sound to the tranquil River Yealm, taking in the breathtaking scenery & wildlife of the Devon coast.
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Breakwater & Coastal Cruise
1hr 30 minute cruising past King Billy the scenic smuggling villages of Cawsand & Kingsand, The Garrison Fort Bovisand, Jennycliff and the iconic Plymouth Breakwater.
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Summer Sundowner Cruises
Join one of our 1 1/2 Hour Sundowner Cruises, the essential start to your summer evenings.
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Drakes Island Tours & Special Events
Check out and book the official events on Drakes Island here.
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Bird & Wildlife Cruise
Come and learn all about the birds that migrate to our area during the Autumn and Winter months.
2 1/2 Hour Family Friendly Fishing Trips
An exciting activity that's suitable for all the family.
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Kids Disco Cruises
From Pirate and Summer Nautical Discos, to Halloween and Christmas Parties, something to entertain the kids all year round!
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Live Music & Party Cruises
Join us on one of our themed party cruises, from poptastic 80’s, 90’s Reloaded, Ibiza Classics and Live Bands on our Rock the Boat Nights & Sunday Sessions, and many more…
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British Firework Championships
Gaze up towards the heavens above Plymouth Sound, where six incredible pyrotechnic companies will pour their hearts and souls into creating a breathtaking spectacle.