Speedboat 'THE THAMES BEAST' from Tower Millennium Pier - 40 mins
Overview
Are you a match for the Beast? Find out on this roaresome 40 minute high speed ride to and from Tower Pier on the biggest speedboat on the Thames, including giant scary high speed turns down to Greenwich, around the O2 Arena & through the Thames Flood Barrier.
Prick your ears for the odd rumbling growl as you step into the belly of the Beast and see the smoke before he roars away on your Tower Beast Ride.
Commentary is minimal as the focus of this trip is on the exhilaration you’ll feel at being blasted down the river on this 880hp jet-powered juggernaut, propelled by 2 Mega Monster Rolls Royce Jets.
The Thames Beast can hold up to 12 pax plus 4 crew and is available for individual tickets or private hire. Private hire enquiries can be booked online or by calling our Head Office.
What's Included
- Lifejackets
- High-speed river cruise
- Complimentary plastic poncho if weather dictates
- Live commentary onboard
- All Fees and Taxes
- Hotel pick up / drop off
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
Tower Millennium Pier
Lower Thames Street, London EC3N 4DT, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- ANYBODY PREGNANT, WITH HEART OR BACK PROBLEMS / OR OTHER SERIOUS MEDICAL CONDITIONS IS PROHIBITED
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children 13 years & under must be accompanied by an adult
- Please note that children have to weigh a minimum of 15kg (2.36 stone)
- IF THE TIME YOU SELECT IS NOT AVAILABLE YOUR BOOKING WILL BE INPUT ON THE NEAREST TIME AVAILABILE & YOU WILL BE CONTACTED BY THAMES RIB EXPERIENCE 24 HOURS PRIOR TO YOUR BOOKING DATE
- IF YOUR TRIP IS SUBJECT TO OUR MINIMUM PASSENGER NUMBER POLICY YOU WILL BE CONTACTED 24 HOURS BEFORE TO BE OFFERED AN ALTERNATIVE TIME OR TRIP OR DATE OF TRAVEL
- Changes made after booking may be subject to a £25.00 admin fee
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(8)Q: Will I get seasick on Speedboat ‘THE THAMES BEAST’ from Tower Millennium Pier – 40 mins?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-5182P16
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Average 4.90 out of 5 stars based on 31 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Lifejackets.
- High-speed river cruise.
- Complimentary plastic poncho if weather dictates.
- Live commentary onboard.
- All Fees and Taxes.
- Hotel pick up / drop off.
- Gratuities.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 5. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Speedboat 'THE THAMES BEAST' from Tower Millennium Pier - 40 mins is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- ANYBODY PREGNANT, WITH HEART OR BACK PROBLEMS / OR OTHER SERIOUS MEDICAL CONDITIONS IS PROHIBITED
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Speedboat 'THE THAMES BEAST' from Tower Millennium Pier - 40 mins will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Lifejackets
- High-speed river cruise
- Complimentary plastic poncho if weather dictates
- Live commentary onboard
- All Fees and Taxes
- Hotel pick up / drop off
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- ANYBODY PREGNANT, WITH HEART OR BACK PROBLEMS / OR OTHER SERIOUS MEDICAL CONDITIONS IS PROHIBITED
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children 13 years & under must be accompanied by an adult
- Please note that children have to weigh a minimum of 15kg (2.36 stone)
- IF THE TIME YOU SELECT IS NOT AVAILABLE YOUR BOOKING WILL BE INPUT ON THE NEAREST TIME AVAILABILE & YOU WILL BE CONTACTED BY THAMES RIB EXPERIENCE 24 HOURS PRIOR TO YOUR BOOKING DATE
- IF YOUR TRIP IS SUBJECT TO OUR MINIMUM PASSENGER NUMBER POLICY YOU WILL BE CONTACTED 24 HOURS BEFORE TO BE OFFERED AN ALTERNATIVE TIME OR TRIP OR DATE OF TRAVEL
- Changes made after booking may be subject to a £25.00 admin fee
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
