RibRide Adventures Anglesey

What Can I Expect

Boat trips from Anglesey to see the Menai Strait, the bridges and the wildlife! These fun RIB rides are the most thrilling way to experience the best of Anglesey, with superb views from the water. Suitable for all ages from four years.

The team that runs these RIB tours describes themselves as a : “Professional, hard-working and friendly bunch” which is just how we like it! You're assured of a warm welcome, from skippers who know the area and know how to entertain the passengers on the boat.

We are offering three different boat tour itineraries in the swift and stable RIB for you. They all set off from St George's Pier at Porth Daniel on the island of Anglesey.

All tours take you under the two famous bridges of the Menai Strait that connect the Welsh mainland to the island of Anglesey. You'll head right under Thomas Telford's iconic Menai Bridge. Opened in 1826, it was the world's first major suspension bridge. Your boat will then take you to Britannia Bridge, originally built by Robert Stephenson and rebuilt in the late 70s.

The stretch of water between the two bridges is called the Swellies. This refers to the whirlpooling swells around the rocks and shoals. You'll visit these on your 40-minute Swellies boat trip and hear from your skipper tales of shipwrecks and lions!

If you opt for the 60-minute Menai Adventure ride, you'll see all this and then head up the Strait to the colourful seaside and sailing town of Beaumaris, passing the stunning waterside houses on Millionaire's Row. You'll hear about the gruesome past of Gallow's Point and the former ferry at the Gazelle too.

Book for the 90-minute Puffin adventure tour and you'll see all of that and continue up to Penmon with its black and white lighthouse and the stunning Ynys Seiriol (Puffin Island).  There are now breeding colonies of Atlantic Puffins on the island and it's a haven for seabirds such as Guillemots, Cormorants and Kittiwakes. We highly recommend taking a pair of binoculars for this one!

As you're on a powerful RIB, all rides include a blast along the Menai Strait when the skipper opens the throttle to treat you to some twists and turns at speed. Sounds brilliant doesn't it? Reserve your seat on a boat trip from Anglesey now!

What's Included

• Enjoy an exciting RibRide tour
• A safety briefing will be given prior to boarding
• Life jackets will be provided
• Your skipper will tell you all the information and history on the sights you will see
• On your return back your skipper will open up the throttle for fun twists and turns on the water
• You may form part of a group of up to 11 people on the day
• All tour lengths are approximate
• Choose from three tour options below

Swellies Adventure

• 40 minute tour 
• Take a trip between two of Wales' most iconic bridges (Menai and Britannia Bridge) and through the famous Swellies
• Enjoy amazing scenery and the chance to spot some wildlife

Menai Adventure

• 60 minute tour
• Travel beneath the Menai suspension bridge and through the Swellies
• Reach the Britannia Bridge and then travel up the Menai Strait to Beaumaris with a chance to see Millionaire's Row and Garth Pier on the way
• Enjoy amazing views of the Eryi mountain range (weather permitting)

Puffin Adventure

• 90 minute tour
• Enjoy a trip along the Anglesey coastline towards Ynys Seiriol (Puffin Island) off Penmon Point 
• A chance to see Atlantic Puffins, seals and other wildlife
• See the sights such as the impressive house on Millionaire's Row, Garth Pier, Gallows Point and the colourful houses of Beaumaris

When Is It Available

• Swellies Adventure:  All year round
• Menai Adventure:  March to November
• Puffin Adventure:  April to October
• Weekdays and weekends, subject to availability

• Please arrive 20 minutes before your experience
• Tours run in most weather conditions, even rain

Suitable For

• Minimum age 4
• Under 16s must be accompanied by a participating adult
• Not suitable if you are pregnant
• Tours can be bumpy in certain conditions so please consult your doctor if you are unsure if you are able to participate due to health/injury

Spectators

• Not suitable for spectators

Anything Else

• You will be required to hold on to the boat at all times
• As tours are open to the elements please wear suitable clothing appropriate for the weather and season
• Waterproof clothing is advisable as you may get wet
• Hat and gloves are essential during colder months
• Sensible shoes such as trainers or boots should be worn, no high heels
• Sunglasses can be worn on board
• You are welcome to bring binoculars on the Puffin Adventure but they must be safely secured whilst on board