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Scenic South Lake Cruise
Prices are return fares
Valid from: Monday 3rd November 2025
Valid until: Friday 27th March 2026
The scenic cruise connects Lakeside Pier (the southernmost tip of Lake Windermere) with the bustling town of Bowness-on-Windermere half way up the lake. From the boat, you can see Lake District fells, historic houses and beautiful ancient woodlands.
Get off the boat at Lakeside for connections to the Lakeside & Haverthwaite Steam Railway, woodland walks and Lakes Aquarium.
Combined tickets are available.
Get off the boat at Bowness and you're right in the heart of this bustling Lakeland village, complete with many shops, cafes, bars and hotels.
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Lakeside Pier, Steam Railway & Aquarium
Views of the nothern end of Windermere from Lakeside
Lakeside Hotel & Fell Foot Ferry at Lakeside Pier
Pass Storrs Hall & Temple on the Yellow Cruise
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Brilliant! Very close by parking. Busy, but very organized. Took return trip on yellow cruise. Plenty of seats, lovely staff. 5 star. Highly recommend. ~ Anson. TripAdvisor.
A boat trip on Windermere for me was a bucket list experience. The lake is the largest in England and is so picturesque. I went on the the yellow tour down to Lakeside which was £18 return back to Bowness. The boat was large and goes at a great speed so you can take in the scenery of the lake. The boat trip was 40 minutes one-way and you can see a lot of attractions on the way such as the Ashness Viewing Station and ferry crossing, the Storrs Hall Hotel, the YMCA Lakeside and the small peak of Gummer's How. Down at Lakeside you can find 2 great experiences such as the Lakeside Aquarium and the Haverthwaite and Lakeside Railway. A boat cruise on Windermere is a must-do, there are so many attractions surrounding the lake you can easily spend a week exploring just Windermere. ~ Ryan. TripAdvisor
Brilliant day out me and my family went on the yellow cruise worth the money. The scenery is brilliant as was the weather. And if you are lucky you will see the R.A.F JETS flying low over the lake. ~ Barry. TripAdvisor.
My husband and I took the yellow ticket cruise 90 minute one from Bowness up to lakeside. The cruise was lovely one of the staff gave commentary as we passed some landmarks . Lovely views from the boat both outside and inside . Very welcoming crew on board I highly recommend this trip. ~ Angela. TripAdvisor
Brilliant! Very close by parking. Busy, but very organized. Took return trip on yellow cruise. Plenty of seats, lovely staff. 5 star. Highly recommend. ~ Anson. TripAdvisor.
A boat trip on Windermere for me was a bucket list experience. The lake is the largest in England and is so picturesque. I went on the the yellow tour down to Lakeside which was £18 return back to Bowness. The boat was large and goes at a great speed so you can take in the scenery of the lake. The boat trip was 40 minutes one-way and you can see a lot of attractions on the way such as the Ashness Viewing Station and ferry crossing, the Storrs Hall Hotel, the YMCA Lakeside and the small peak of Gummer's How. Down at Lakeside you can find 2 great experiences such as the Lakeside Aquarium and the Haverthwaite and Lakeside Railway. A boat cruise on Windermere is a must-do, there are so many attractions surrounding the lake you can easily spend a week exploring just Windermere. ~ Ryan. TripAdvisor
Brilliant day out me and my family went on the yellow cruise worth the money. The scenery is brilliant as was the weather. And if you are lucky you will see the R.A.F JETS flying low over the lake. ~ Barry. TripAdvisor.
My husband and I took the yellow ticket cruise 90 minute one from Bowness up to lakeside. The cruise was lovely one of the staff gave commentary as we passed some landmarks . Lovely views from the boat both outside and inside . Very welcoming crew on board I highly recommend this trip. ~ Angela. TripAdvisor
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From a full day of adventure on Windermere to exploring exciting events on and off the water, see how you can make the most of your Lake District adventure.
14 November 2025
Local people enjoying their retirement in The Lake District can get some amazing discounts at Windermere Lake Cruises and other local attractions.
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Enjoy a festive morning filled with fun, games, and a hearty breakfast with Santa himself.
24 December 2025
From every weekend from 14th November experience the joy of meeting Santa in his charming Grotto.
Our popular Yellow Cruise route carries passengers along the southern half of Lake Windermere, between Lakeside and Bowness.
Make the most of your time on Windermere by upgrading your cruise. Combine your trip with a visit to a local attraction, or enjoy unlimited travel all day with Freedom of the Lake.
