Family boating holidays

The Thames, England

The famous River Thames winds its way around countless parks and picnic spots, such as Pangbourne Meadows, excellent places to moor up and have a picnic, enjoy a game of cricket and generally let off steam.

For an action packed day of family fun, Thorpe Park will entertain the family with plenty of white-knuckle excitement and Legoland will captivate the younger ones with lots of fantastical fun. Just a tube ride away is an exciting day exploring London, where you’ll be spoilt for things to do.

Canal du Midi, France

A cruise along this section of the famous Canal du Midi takes you through sun-drenched countryside and medieval towns and villages.

This fairytale collection of drawbridges, towers and atmospheric cobbled streets was reputedly the inspiration for Walt Disney’s The Sleeping Beauty and is perfect for a day of family medieval exploration.

Camargue, France

For a perfect mixture of beach fun, cruising and Mediterranean sunshine, the Camargue is our number one choice for families. The Canal du Rhône à Sète run parallel to the Mediterranean coast and the beaches are great for kids.

Visit Les Rochers de Maguelone in Villeneuve-lès-Maguelone for a full day of activity with its 22 aerial tracks. Equipped with a harness and attached with a system of ropes and carabiners you walk on ropes, ladders, swing bridges and planks through the trees.

Alsace, France

The trendy and breathtaking region of Alsace Lorraine is perfect place for the kids to appreciate the great outdoors.

The Arzviller boat lift, a marvel of modern engineering, is an unforgettable experience and will be a highlight of their holiday.

Stop in Strasbourg a cosmopolitan city is great for shopping, sightseeing and excellent restaurants. And don’t miss Europa Park, a short distance from Boofzheim and Germany’s biggest theme park providing a sensational mix of adventure, entertainment and white-knuckle thrills.

Rideau Canal, Canada

A relaxed approach to life and friendly locals makes Canada the perfect cruising region for families. The Rideau Lakes in particular are packed with spots for water sports, swimming and fishing – a great way to keep the kids (and adults!) entertained.

After an action-packed day moor up at one of the charming local towns and villages, you’ll find child friendly activities and events hosted throughout the year, as well as restaurants with a relaxed atmosphere perfect for the whole family.