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Discover unforgettable experiences on the water with Stuart Line Cruises, a top choice for things to do in Devon and the premier tourist attraction in Exmouth! Since 1968, our family-run business has offered a wide variety of boat trips year-round, exploring the tranquil River Exe and the breathtaking South Devon & UNESCO Jurassic Coast. We are the perfect choice for memorable, family days out, group outings and organised tours.

Whether you're searching for things to do in Exmouth that are dog-friendly or accessible, or just planning for rainy day activities or glorious sunshine adventures, we have the perfect cruise for you. Our sailings encompass Exeter, Exmouth, Dawlish, Topsham, Torquay, Brixham, and Sidmouth, featuring scenic sightseeing tours, exciting day trips, lively party nights, and special events to suit every interest. Our vessels can comfortably accommodate both small and large groups, making us ideal for community groups and coach tours alike.

Operating throughout the year with our two distinctive, brightly coloured boats, we've become an integral part of the stunning local scenery. We pride ourselves on our value for money trips and the wide variety of trips we offer, meaning there is something for everyone!

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Stuart Line Cruises

4.8

Based on 486 reviews

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Joanne R.

11:33 07 Aug 25

We booked a private Cruise for the Exetraordinary Women WI Summer Party and had the most amazing evening. The booking process with Amanda was so smooth and professional and nothing was too much trouble. The catering options were very good and we went for the BBQ. It was all cooked fresh on the boat and was excellent with great quality burger, sausage and salad. There were even leftovers so people could have seconds. The vegetarian option was just as good and everyone was so pleased for the price. The bar staff were very efficient and the bottles of wine came out chilled all night - perfect.
Overall we had an amazing night and are looking to book next year as it was such a success and would certainly recommend them for a great evening cruise.

Maria C.

20:15 04 Aug 25

Great day out.
Be warned. They prepare the cream tea before and serve it already loaded with jam and cream. I asked for mine to have only a little cream and I would like to do it myself. The response I got from the member of staff was that they don’t have time to serve it like that. I explained nicely that I’m a bit fussy but she did get a bit frustrated. I did get the spare scone with just jam on and it was absolutely delicious. Our party of four had a great time and loved it.
Customer service was just a bit rude by one member with my requirements.

Lucy W.

22:27 25 Jul 25

I have been on 3 different trips this year so far and each was great.
The staff are always welcoming and get the balance between being friendly and still professional.

Steven H.

09:37 18 Jul 25

What a fantastic experience. Everything very well organised and all staff very attentive. Our team had a lovely time and the food was fantastic also. We will definitely be back.

Steve M.

14:02 09 Jul 25

Professionally run boat trips around Exmouth and beyond. Prices are very reasonable compared to others. Booked the mini cruise and the Dawlish round robin, returning by train alongside the river via Exeter.

Elaine T.

13:55 20 Jun 25

Fabulous event held for our group on the Tudor Rose. Crew were excellent and organised fish and chips (through Krispies) for us. Food was hot and fresh. Team kept us upto date all through booking process. Definitely recommend for a super organised, informative and friendly trip.

Steven G.

09:20 10 Jun 25

Had a great time on the Boat for the Riviera Air Show. Crew were lovely and the whole day was awesome 😎

Response from the owner 09:34 10 Jun 25

Good Morning Steven,Thank you so much for your positive review. We are pleased that you had a great Stuart Line experience - the Airshow cruises are especially exciting !! Best Wishes, Julie

Jennie S.

20:17 29 May 25

We went on an evening cruise up the Exe during a very high spring tide which meant we could go a long way up the estuary. It was a really reasonable price for 2 people for 2 hours. On board, there was a bar with lovely local bottled ales, small snacks and extremely friendly crew. We went up top and really enjoyed being able to watch the black swans and hear the captain's commentary. When the sun went down, they turned on some beautiful fairy lights which made the evening feel quite magical.

Response from the owner 06:58 30 May 25

Hello Jennie, thank you for your lovely review. It sounds like you did our Countess Wear Evening Cruise. I am so happy to hear you enjoyed yourself. Thank you again

JOHN P.

17:28 23 May 25

Went on the round trip to Brixham. Damn good value. Fantastic day out, in fact one of our best days out for a very long time. Everything went smoothly, crew and staff really friendly and informative --- icing on the cake was the dolphins swimming alongside.

Response from the owner 18:05 23 May 25

We are so pleased you had a great day out and that the dolphins came to say hi again. They already make a great cruise that extra bit more special don't they! Thank you again for leaving such a glowing review.

Jackie W.

16:15 21 May 25

Fantastic afternoon canal and river trip from Exeter to Exmouth. Lovely staff, excellent commentary and great value for money (£15 each for 2.5 hours). There was a wide range of drinks, snacks and ice creams available. Wish we’d pre booked the cream tea as it looked so good and was only £4 including a tea, coffee, water or squash!

Response from the owner 07:07 22 May 25

Thank you Jackie for a wonderful review. This is one of our most popular cruises so we are happy to hear you managed to get yourself booked in and enjoy this special cruise.Thank you

Mark N.

16:42 20 May 25

We went on the 75 minute river Exe cruise on what was a perfect sunny Sunday afternoon.
We were met at the company office to collect our boarding pass, the gentleman had a great friendly welcome and kindly pointed us in the correct direction

Even though we were nowhere near the front of the queue to board the vessel there was still lots of room on the upper deck, apart from a handful of people that opted to sit on the lower deck there was space for everyone on the upper deck in the sunshine.

The tour itself was very informative with lots of interesting information on the river Exe and the surrounding areas, there was lots to see on the cruise and was a really enjoyable experience.

We got to meet a lovely chap who was looking after the bar area, he also sorted out the cream teas etc for people on board.
Even though on their website it mentions taking cash the card machine seemed to work fine the whole time we were on board.

For the latter part of the journey we sat downstairs and got chatting with other people on board.

All in all a really great value for money cruise that would definitely recommend

Response from the owner 14:46 21 May 25

Thank you so much for leaving such a lovely and detailed review. I am glad the side order of sunshine was fulfilled for you also! It is also lovely to hear you got chatting to others, this is exactly what we love to see.Thank you again for taking your time to leave a review, it is so much appreciated.