Luxurious Thames boat hire
If you’re looking to hire a river Thames boat for your next private party, corporate event or special occasion, trust the experts at Thames River Tours. With years of experience in boat hire and river cruises in London, you can rely on our team to ensure your event goes without a hitch.
Our private hire service allows you and your guests to enjoy the bright lights of London city centre whilst leaving all the hard work up to our highly trained staff. From steering the boat to serving drinks, we have all of your needs under control.
Perfect for any occasion
We have a fleet of vessels ready for your private party and can comfortably accommodate up to 250 guests. Simply let us know your requirements and we can suggest the perfect private hire boat for your event. From intimate sit-down silver service parties with friends to full capacity buffets for your staff night out, we have the perfect venue for you.
All of our boats are fully enclosed to keep your guests warm but also feature outside viewing areas to soak up the sights. Some of our hire boats come with sliding roofs and most are suitable for barbecues. With two floors and separate bar areas to enjoy a quiet drink, your guests will feel like royalty with our affordable Thames boat hire.
A range of dining options to suit you
When you hire a boat with Thames River Tours, you can opt for one of our delicious catering menus. We have a wide variety of menu options to choose from so you’re sure to find one to suit even the fussiest of eaters in your party.
You can choose from:
For a surcharge of £3.85 + VAT, you can provide your own catering on most boats. To make your event as successful and stress-free as possible, we will provide all cutlery, crockery, tablecloths, napkins, condiments, hot trays, chafer dishes, serving utensils, one serving assistant and will also remove all rubbish at the end of your event.
The finishing touches to make your event a roaring success
Our team are dedicated to making your function an occasion to remember. Working tirelessly behind the scenes, we will ensure your event runs smoothly whether it’s a private corporate dinner or a wedding reception. We offer a wide range of finishing touches to add a personal feel to your event no matter what the occasion.
Thames Boat Hire Prices
Passenger Capacity of Vessels
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Maximum Capacity 80
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Maximum Capacity 100
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Maximum Capacity 150
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Maximum Capacity 200
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Maximum Capacity 250
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Evenings - Any 4 hrs between 6.30 pm - 12.00 pm Monday / Thursday (Minimum charge - 4 Hours) |
£970.00
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£1,015.00
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£1,040.00
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£1,350.00
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£1,535.00
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Evenings - Any 4 hrs between 6.30 pm - 12.00 pm Friday / Sunday (Minimum charge - 4 Hours) |
£1,030.00
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£1,250.00
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£1,355.00
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£1,670.00
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£2,130.00
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Day Parties - Any 3 hrs ending before 5.30 pm Monday / Friday (Minimum charge - 3 Hours) |
£775.00
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£825.00
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£890.00
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£960.00
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£1,130.00
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Day Parties - Any 3 hrs ending before 5.30 pm Saturday / Sunday (Minimum charge - 3 Hours) |
£865.00
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£950.00
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£1,000.00
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£1,070.00
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£1,300.00
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There is a surcharge on all boats of £170 for any Evening Functions ending after Midnight. All credit card payments -please add 3.75%.
All charges for payments made by bank transfer from countries outside the UK will be boune by the customer.
Corporate Thames Boat Hire
Mv Salient Corporate Boat
Silver Service | Evening Hire | Evening Hire | |||
Maxium 100 Covers | Monday / Thursday | 4 Hours | Friday / Sunday | 4 Hours | |
Corporate Boats | (served on one level) | 4 Hours Minimum Charge | £1520.00 | 4Hours Minimum | £1700.00 |
Max 180 Covers | |||||
Buffet Sevice | Day Hire | Day Hire | |||
China Plates 150 | Monday / Friday | 3 Hours | Saturday / Sunday | 3 Hours | |
Finger Food 180 | 3 Hours minium Charge | £980.00 | 3 Hours Minimum | £1065.00 | |
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The Salient | Wedding Breakfast | Laid up for a Wedding |
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Upper Decks |
Thames Princess Corporate Boat
Silver Service | Evening Hire | Evening Hire | |||
Max 130 Covers | Monday / Thursday | 4 Hours | Friday / Sunday | 4 Hours | |
Corporate Boats | (served on one level) | 4 Hours Minimum Charge |
£2050.00
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4 Hours Minimum Charge |
£2575.00
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Max 235 Covers | |||||
Thames Princess | Buffet Service | Day Hire | Day Hire | ||
Chine Plate 200 | Monday / Friday | 3 Hours | Saturday / Sunday | 3 Hours | |
Finger Food 250 | 3 Hours Minimum Charge | £1340.00 | 3 Hours / minimum Charge | £1600 |
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Thames Princess | Middle Main Area | Ideal for Barbeques |
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Top Upper Deck with Sliding View | Front Upper Deck sits 50 Covers | Main Area with Bar sit 80 Covers |
Extras for your Thames Boat Hire
Discotheque
Monday/Thursday from £250 - £280 + VAT
Friday/Sunday from £270 - £295 + VAT
Clients' own music Thames Boat Private Hire
Surcharge £95 + VAT allowed on most boats
Clients' own catering Surcharge £3.85 + VAT
allowed on most boats.
Includes cutlery, crockery, tablecloths, napkins, condiments, hot tray, chafer dishes,
serving utensils, one serving staff/assistant, we remove any rubbish.
Live Bands Jazz and steel bands, live music, etc. Quotations on request
Flowers
Table Vases from £8.00 + VAT
Table posies from £13.00 + VAT
Large display from £30.00 + VAT
Pier Stops Depending on pier, £65.00 + VAT
Contact us for our Boat Party Hire on the river Thames
For more information regarding our Boat Party Thames Hire or to book one of our luxury vessels for your event or function then contact our office today. 020 7237 9111