



York Self Drive Boat Hire
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Up to 24 hours
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Captain your own motorboat along York’s scenic riverside
Choose from fourteen distinctive Red Boats for adventure
Accommodates up to eight people for shared exploration
Enjoy flexible thirty-minute or one-hour boat hire options
Take the Helm on a Self-Drive York River Adventure
Visitors can discover York from a fresh perspective with a leisurely self-drive motorboat hire along the city’s picturesque riverside. Lasting 30 minutes or up to one hour, the experience puts guests firmly in the captain’s seat.
With 14 distinctive Red Boats available, groups can choose from vessels named Josephine, Angie, Leonie, Sarah, Yvette, Kathryn, Alice-May, Lucy, Tina, Heather, Ellen, Rebecca, Emma and Penny. Each boat offers a fun and memorable way to explore York from the water.
The boats accommodate up to eight people, making them ideal for families and small groups seeking their own aquatic adventure. Guests can follow the same historic river that once brought the Vikings to York while enjoying the city from a unique viewpoint.
Before setting off, every captain receives clear operating instructions along with essential safety and river rules. Life jackets are also provided for children, ensuring a safe and enjoyable journey as guests take control of their own riverboat.
Take the Helm on a Self-Drive York River Adventure
Visitors can discover York from a fresh perspective with a leisurely self-drive motorboat hire along the city’s picturesque riverside. Lasting 30 minutes or up to one hour, the experience puts guests firmly in the captain’s seat.
With 14 distinctive Red Boats available, groups can choose from vessels named Josephine, Angie, Leonie, Sarah, Yvette, Kathryn, Alice-May, Lucy, Tina, Heather, Ellen, Rebecca, Emma and Penny. Each boat offers a fun and memorable way to explore York from the water.
The boats accommodate up to eight people, making them ideal for families and small groups seeking their own aquatic adventure. Guests can follow the same historic river that once brought the Vikings to York while enjoying the city from a unique viewpoint.
Before setting off, every captain receives clear operating instructions along with essential safety and river rules. Life jackets are also provided for children, ensuring a safe and enjoyable journey as guests take control of their own riverboat.
- Hire your own self drive boat
- Life jackets
- Full instructions
- Tour Guide
- Food & Drink
- Gratuities
$ 73.43
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Activity Provider: Golden Tours


