Yarmouth River Trips

Originally established in 1967 to carry visiting yachtsman to and from their boats, Thomas Harbour Water Taxis now offer River Trips along the Western Yar Estuary.

The beautiful and tranquil River Yar is home to a wide range of wading birds and wild fowl that are specially adapted to life on the mudflats and salt marsh. In fact this area of the Isle of Wight is so special that it has been designated as a site of scientific interest or "SSI".

Redshanks, Little Egrets, Teal and Oystercatchers are just a few of the species that can be found on the estuary and if you are very lucky you may just catch a glimpse of the Kingfisher darting along the riverbank.

Why not enjoy a gentle trip along the river with us, see the wonderful selection of wild birds, beautiful scenery and take time to relax and unwind.

All we ask in return is that our passengers’ refrain from throwing rubbish overboard and that any noise be kept to a minimum.

Opening Times (Daily trips):
Summer:
First Trip - 10:00
Last Trip - 19:00

Winter:
First Trip - 10:00
Last Trip - 15:30

The trip takes approximately 30 minutes and leave from the Lifeboat Pontoon on the hour and half hour or call 01983 760766.

Opening Times

Opening 1 Jan 2006 - 31 Dec 2006

Opening 2007 1 Jan 2007 - 31 Dec 2007

Road Directions

From East Cowes ferry, second exit at roundabout onto Well Road, A3021, A3054 to Newport, A3054 to Yarmouth.
From Fishbourne ferry, B3339 (Fishbourne lane), A3054 to Newport, A3054 to Yarmouth.

Public Transport Directions

From West Cowes Red Jet Hi-speed ferry: No. 1 bus route to Newport and change to No. 7 to Yarmouth.
From Ryde Catamaran/Hovertravel: No. 9 bus route to Newport and change to No. 7 to Yarmouth
For further information please visit the Southern Vectis travel office at Ryde, bottom of pier or the Tourist Information Centre at West Cowes, opposite ferry terminal entrance.