Welcome to St Ives Boats, "Dolly P" and "James Stevens No 10", St Ives Historic Lifeboat
St Ives Boats offer daily boat trips leaving from St Ives harbour. Sea safaris on the famous Dolly P offer seal watching along the magnificent Cornish coast at Seal Island or across the bay at the famous Godrevy lighthouse . James Stevens no 10 is the restored St Ives Lifeboat from 1899 which offers historical tours around the bay and beyond. On our trips we explore one of the UK’s most stunning areas.
- We are the only accredited wildlife safe operator (WISe Scheme) in St Ives Bay.and our sea safari crew features a BDMLR marine mammal medic who specialises in the rescue of dolphins, whales and seals.

St Ives Boats daily trips along the Cornish Coast
Sea Safari Boat Trips
Seal Island, (Western Carracks), lies 3½ miles (5.6km) West of St Ives, along the rocky Cornish coastline. Godrevy Island lies just over 3 miles (4.8km) to the East of St Ives. These rocky outcrops, near Zennor and Gwithian respectively are homes to colonies of Atlantic Grey Seals, where they feel safe, protected from predators and the forces of the Atlantic Ocean.
- Sea safari trip trip is suitable for all ages
- The trip is around one hour long
- £20 for adults,
- £15 for under 12s
- Babies under 12 months go free. You don`t need to book them in, just bring them along
- Dog friendly boat trip and go free!
- We are the only accredited wildlife safe operator (WISe Scheme) in St Ives Bay.and our crew features a BDMLR marine mammal medic who specialises in the rescue of dolphins, whales and seals.
Historical Boat Trips
Built in 1899 James Stevens No.10 served as the St Ives Lifeboat from 1900 to 1933 saving 225 lives in those years. Now lovingly and carefully restored our historical boat trip offers a chance to explore the bay and its most famous landmark on a truly iconic vessel.
Constructed in the late 1850s to warn mariners of the dangers of the Stones Reef, Godrevy Lighthouse stands 26 metres tall on a small island just off the shoreline near the North Cliffs. Godrevy has been a familiar and welcoming sight for generations of St Ives seafarers, the area is littered with wrecks and tales of rescue and bravery.
- Historical boat trip is suitable for all ages
- The trip is around one hour and 30 minutes
- £20 for adults,
- £15 for under 12s
- Babies under 12 months go free. You don`t need to book them in, just bring them along
- Dog friendly boat trip and go free!
Boat Hire
Our boats, Dolly P and James Stevens No.10, are fully licensed to carry 12 passengers and we are pleased to accept private boat charters to fulfil your preferred requirements. As well as the advertised trips, we are happy to accommodate your exact excursion wishes. Starting from just 1-hour at just £225 we aim to fulfil your requirements. Contact us to discuss your needs.
- Explore the dramatic, rugged shoreline of the North Cornish coast from St Ives Bay. Our boat trips get you up close and personal with Cornwall’s unique heritage and stunning array of wildlife.
- Join us to explore one of the UK’s most stunning areas in and around St Ives Bay.
Finally back at work after a poor spell of weather and one of our friends has come to welcome us back on our first trip.
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We love seeing the common dolphins and sightings have been great this year, they're not always playful but when they bow ride with us it's always special.
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St ives sunrise. Here we go again, looks to be a beautiful day at sea.
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