Evening Punting Tours
During the summer months the evening is a magical time to be on the River. The sun is setting, the light is perfect and the bussle of the afternoon has passsed.
Book Your Evening Punting Tour
Online bookings: Max 2 boats. For larger bookings please contact us.
Evening Punting Tours
Our Private Cambridge Punting tours run into the evening, beyond 6pm, between April and September, with the last tour of the day depending on the sunset time. We recommend booking an evening punting tour as even on the sunniest of days the river is quieter and the setting sun casts a beautiful light.
You are very welcome to bring your own drinks on board and our evening punting tours make an ideal start to your night out or a relaxing end to your day out in Cambridge. Either way, join us for a relaxing 50-minute glide along the river Cam with majestic sights such as the impressive Kings College Chapel and beautiful Bridge of Sighs.
Pricing - from £79
We use dynamic pricing meaning prices vary through the day, week and season. We offer some of our very best rates on weekday evenings from 6pm, the weekend rates are a little higher.
When checking availability or booking, once you have selected your date the prices for all departures from 6pm will be on screen.
Punting in the evening along the Cam
Cambridge is a small but vibrant city that comes alive in the evenings. We have a thriving street food scene and an increasing number of independent bars and restaurants. This makes Cambridge the perfect destination for a date night or an evening out with friends or family…. And a private chauffeured punting tour is the perfect addition to your evening. Whether you are kickstarting your evening with a couple of bottles of prosecco on board, enjoying one of our delicious picnics or simply sitting back and relaxing it really is the perfect view.
Your evening punting tour will last for approximately 50 minutes and will pass by 7 of Cambridge University’s Colleges. Whilst your chauffeur does the hard work – effortlessly punting down the college backs they will also entertain you with their impressive knowledge of Cambridge and its history. The evening light is perfect for photographers and some of our favourite ever pictures of the college backs have been taken in the evening light.
EXCELLENT Based on 6353 reviews Posted on Google Saleem AjumalTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Went with family. Raised seating. Provided umbrellas as well. All had a good timePosted on Google Michael GuiTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent tour! Guide was witty, knowledgeable, and very friendly. Prices were reasonable — in fact, probably the lowest among all Cambridge punting companies at £25 for two.Posted on Google Vyshnavi ValupadasuTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Nice experience overall, but I was disappointed with how our booking was handled. We booked for 6 people, and one friend was only a few minutes late. Although the staff kindly waited for about 5 minutes, they wouldn't allow any more time. I was told my friend could join another boat, but when she arrived, she was charged extra despite our booking already being for 6 people. Other than that, the experience was good.Posted on Google Mateus SantoloucoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Posted on Google Steven WilsonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had to cancel my punting tour with Let's Go Punting due to a serious medical issue that forced me to cancel my entire planned trip to the UK. What impressed me most was how Tayla in their office handled my cancellation — rather than simply processing it, she proactively reached out to offer me the choice between a full refund or a credit note for a future visit. That kind of thoughtful, customer-first approach is rare and truly appreciated during a difficult time. The warmth and professionalism shown by the Let's Go Punting team has made me eager to experience the River Cam with them when I am able to return to the UK. I cannot recommend them highly enough.Posted on Google Þórður Þórarinn ÞórðarsonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Posted on Google Lisa MooreTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had the best time, we would like thanks James, who was very informative and knew a lot about the buildings.Posted on Google Priti DabasiaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Will was fantastic. Before my aunt, uncle, cousin and niece arrived, I asked him if he could give us a good historical background of the college grounds along the river and he absolutely delivered. His commentary was engaging, informative and perfectly pitched for our family. They all had a great time, and it made the whole experience feel really special. Highly recommend Will if you want a punting tour with insight and great energy.Posted on Google saskia blightTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Beautiful experience, very informative and still the lad managed to not be too over chatty. Really enjoyed it allPosted on Google Arpit K GuptaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a terrible experience with punting with lets go punting. We had a baby in our lap and our boat and another boat collided. My wife got a nasty scratch. With good luck, our baby was fine. Lets go punting did not even have the decency to refund our ticket for our bad experience. They gave us the standard argument ‘its not our fault’. Some guy named Joshua was the in-charge there. He was playing tricks like taking us to separate area to talk so that other customers do not hear about our bad experience. We are exploring and thinking of reporting them to the authorities.
Know Before You Go
Tours are booked for a specific time. Late arrival will result in a missed or shortened tour.
You will receive a text message 5 minutes before your departure time – to aid social distancing please do not come to our check in until you have received this message.
You are welcome to bring your own food and drinks on board.
Tours booked online are paid for in full at the time of booking. If you would prefer to pay a 30% deposit with the balance due 2 weeks before the booking date please CONTACT US.
Once confirmed, bookings can be amended subject to availability. Tours go ahead in poor weather. More information including cancellation policy can be found here: Terms & Conditions.
Your night out in Cambridge
Our number one top tip for your night out in Cambridge is to join us for a private punting tour. Once that’s booked here’s our top tips for a top night out in Cambridge;
- Enjoy a glass of fizz on the Varsity Hotel Roof. 7 floors up, overlooking the Cambridge skyline the view is unrivalled in Cambridge.
- Take a stroll along the river and enjoy a drink at the Fort St George, overlooking the river and spilling out onto Midsummer Common.
- Grab a delicious ice cream from Jacks Gelato on Benet Street and take a stroll along Kings Parade.
Book Your Evening Punting Tour
Online bookings: Max 2 boats. For larger bookings please contact us.
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