There are several ferry services operating on the Exe Estuary, many of which offer scenic cruises as well as foot ferries across the estuary. For a free informative map of the ferry routes on the estuary as well as foot and cycle paths, download a copy of the Exe Explorer.
Several of the ferry operators provide Avocet cruises during the winter some of which are guided by experts from RSPB
Sail from Exmouth throughout the year offering circular scenic cruises on the river, guided bird watching, summer coastal cruises and day trips to local towns: Topsham, Sidmouth and Torbay. All vessels have seating, refreshments and toilets on board.
Tel: 01395 222144
Web: www.stuartlinecruises.co.uk
Starcross to Exmouth ferry, trips to Brixham, coastal cruises, fishing trips and bird watching cruises including winter RSPB Avocet Cruises.
Cruises Tel: 07974 772681 / 07812 729212
Fishing Trips Tel: 07974022536
Web: www.exe2sea.co.uk
Topsham to Turf Locks and RSPB bird watching cruises. The Turf Locks Hotel is a family run pub serving great food, local ales and wines.
Tel: 07778 370582
Web: www.topshamtoturfferry.co.uk
Topsham to Exminster ferry. Other services include water taxi, boat supervision and maintenance etc.
Tel: 07801 203338.
Double Locks to Turf Lock
Tel: 07884164255
Double Locks is a family pub situated right on the Exeter Canal serving great food, real ales and has a child’s play area, It is a 45 minute round trip.
Tel: 07984 368442
Web: www.exetercruises.com
Disabled Access
Disabled access is available on the majority of circular cruises from Exmouth. Access is limited on the rest of the ferry services due to the unsuitable nature of the docks, however, ferry crew are keen to help where ever possible. Please contact individual services for more information.
Bicycles
Bicycles are accepted but can be subject to a charge or limited at peak times. Bicycles are permitted on trains as long as they are stored safely.
Dogs
Well behaved dogs on leads accepted on all services but may be subject to a small charge.
