Ilfracombe has many water-related attractions capturing the essence of the coastal town. Among these, standing out from the crowd, is the iconic Big Yellow Boat – the Ilfracombe princess. Our boat trips and cruises are so popular we now have 486 reviews on TripAdvisor!

A bit of information about The Big Yellow Boat

Based in Ilfracombe harbour, the Big Yellow Boat cruises frequently sight seals, porpoises and dolphins. The boat is licensed for 100 passengers of all ages, including dogs!

There is also a bar on board with a selection of drinks for everyone and of course, toilet facilities.

486 Voices Celebrating the Experience

Having gathered 486 reviews on TripAdvisor, the Big Yellow Boat isn’t just a ship sailing the North Devon coast. It's an experience cherished by many. From families spending a day out at sea to couples watching the sunset over the horizon, we would love you to read the reviews to hear the stories, and appreciation for our dedicated crew.

The Big Yellow Boat Trips

Our trips are between 1 and 2 hours long and each one gives you the chance to see the stunning North Devon coastline and wildlife. The smugglers caves is our shortest trip, we head East out of Ilfracombe past Hele bay, Sampson’s coves and past Watermouth Harbour where you get a view of Watermouth Castle.

For those wanting to relax, our beautiful evening drinks cruise gives you the opportunity to see the local landmarks in a different light as you sit back and unwind whilst listening to some relaxing music.

You can view all of our trips here

Activities, Events, and the Community

The Big Yellow Boat is more than just a simple boat cruise. We offer a range of activities and events throughout the year including local days and live music at Broadsands. We love being a part of the Ilfracombe community and not just a boat in the harbour.

If you would like to hear more stories from our customers, please visit our TripAdvisor page and read the first-hand experiences.

We look forward to seeing you soon!