"This was one of my favourite activities this week! Chloe was an excellent guide, knowledgeable, fun and full of interesting facts, what a fantastic and relaxing way to explore Canary Wharf ! Highly recommend this activity and will be definitely doing it again along with all the other great options they offer."
Canary Wharf · Docklands · From US$60 (Oct 2026)
Hot Tub Boat London
Seventy-five minutes in a heated tub on a small boat, steered round the docks under the towers of Canary Wharf, while a guide tells the story of the docks and the bar sells drinks.
From
US$60
per person (bring swimwear and a towel; checked October 2026)
Free cancellation
- 4.8 / 5 79+ Reviews
- 75 minutes In the Tub
- 12+ Minimum Age
- Free Cancellation
The Experience
What the Hot Tub Boat Cruise Includes
A seat in a warm tub, a skipper and a guide, heated changing rooms and flip-flops.
Highlights
- Sail down London canals on a hot tub boat
- Soak in toasty warm water as you take in the sights
- Discover the fascinating history of London Docklands
- Meet like-minded people and ask your guide any questions
- Enjoy drinks for purchase from the boat's bar
What's Included
- Hot tub boat cruise
- Guide
- Heated changing room facilities
- Use of flip-flops
Good to know: You can buy up to 2 drinks per person and snacks from the on-site bar. · Not suitable for: Children under 12 years, Pregnant women · Not Included: Drinks (available for purchase), Towel, Swimwear
How a Hot Tub Boat Trip Works
Bring swimwear and a towel, change at the dock, then climb into the water.
Pack Swimwear and a Towel
The tub, the guide, heated changing rooms and flip-flops are included. Swimwear and a towel are not, so bring both, and a warm layer for afterwards.
Meet at the Dock
The boats sail from Skuna's base in the Canary Wharf docks. A short safety briefing comes first, then you change and board the tub, already filled with warm water.
Cruise the Docks
The skipper steers round the docks for 75 minutes while the guide covers the 19th-century docks, the working conditions there and the building of the modern financial district.
Order a Drink
The boat's bar sells drinks and snacks, up to two drinks per person. No one under 12 may board, and pregnant women are not allowed.
Photo Gallery
The Hot Tub Boat in the Docklands
Photos from the hot tub boat listing: the tubs, the docks and Canary Wharf.
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Hot Tub Boat or Something Else?
Three evening boats compared. Prices as listed on GetYourGuide in October 2026.
| Feature | 4.8 RATED Hot Tub Boat | Sunset Speedboat | Illuminated River Tour |
|---|---|---|---|
| From (October 2026) | US$60 per person | US$87 per person | US$27 per person |
| Length | 75 minutes | 50 minutes | 40 minutes |
| Where | The docks at Canary Wharf | London Eye Pier to Canary Wharf and back | Tower Pier, under nine lit bridges |
| Drinks | Bar on board, up to 2 per person | One drink included | Refreshments for sale |
| Who can go | 12 and over; not in pregnancy | Not in pregnancy; under-14s with an adult | Step-free boarding |
| Rating | 4.8 (79 reviews) | 4.8 (29 reviews) | 4.0 (469 reviews) |
| Check Availability | See the Sunset Ride | See the Night Tour |
Other Boats for an Evening Out
More Ways Onto the Water in the Evening
An electric boat you drive yourself in the same docks, a sunset speedboat with a drink, and the bridges lit up on Saturday nights.
SAME DOCKSLondon: GoBoat Rental from Canary Wharf to the Docklands
GoBoat is the fun, self-drive boating experience. You are the captain; you choose the route. From our location in Canary Wharf, GoBoats have access to a stunning section of London Docklands.
AT SUNSETLondon: River Thames Sunset Speedboat Experience with Drink
Escape the hustle and bustle of the city as you enjoy a night cruising along the River Thames. See famous sites light up as you whizz through the heart of London.
AFTER DARKLondon By Night: Illuminated River Official Boat Tour
Step aboard for the Illuminated River Official Boat Tour, an unforgettable journey showcasing London’s stunning riverside transformation.
The Guide
What a Hot Tub Boat Is Actually Like
Warm water, cold air and the towers of Canary Wharf. What to bring, who can go, and when it is at its best.
A hot tub boat is a small motorboat with a heated tub built into it, and London’s sails round the docks at Canary Wharf for 75 minutes while you sit in warm water with a drink. It is the Hot Tub Boat Guided Historical Docklands Cruise from Skuna, from US$60 a person (checked October 2026) and rated 4.8 out of 5 from 79 reviews. A guide comes too, so between the jokes you learn how the docks worked and how they became a financial district.
Guests call it “one of my favourite activities this week” and “a fantastic and relaxing way to explore Canary Wharf”, and they name their guides. It is the one London boat trip that is better on a cold day than a hot one: the contrast between the water and the air is the point.
Is it really a jacuzzi on the Thames?
Not quite on the Thames. The boats sail in the docks around Canary Wharf, sheltered basins off the river built for 19th-century cargo ships, not out on the tideway. That is why it works: the water is flat, the boats are slow and nobody gets splashed by a river bus. You get the towers of Canary Wharf overhead and the old warehouse quays at water level, with the river a short walk away.
What to bring and who can go
Bring swimwear, a towel and something warm for afterwards. Heated changing rooms and flip-flops are provided, and the boat’s bar sells drinks and snacks, up to two drinks per person. No one under 12 can go, and pregnant women may not board. The ticket is per person, so expect to share the tub with other guests; the listing sells it as a way to meet like-minded people.
Other boats in the same docks
| Trip | From | Length | Good for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hot Tub Boat Docklands Cruise | US$60 | 75 minutes | A warm novelty with a guide |
| GoBoat Rental from Canary Wharf | US$127 per boat | 1 to 3 hours | Driving a boat yourself |
| Sunset Speedboat Experience with Drink | US$87 | 50 minutes | A fast evening on the river |
| Illuminated River Boat Tour | US$27 | 40 minutes | The bridges lit up at night |
Per person unless marked, as listed on GetYourGuide in October 2026.
The GoBoat leaves from the same docks: an electric picnic boat for up to eight that you steer yourself. For a night out on the main river, the sunset speedboat leaves from the London Eye, and the Illuminated River tour sails from Tower Pier on Saturdays at 21:30 from September to May, under nine bridges lit by the world’s longest public art installation. The London boat tours page compares every kind of trip.
Guest Reviews
What Hot Tub Boat Guests Say
4.8/5
from 79 verified guests
"Cloe was a great guide. The tour was great. It was a real experience."
"Noah was an excellent tour guide. We were the only ones on the tour today, and he was very accommodating in answering our questions, helping us with logistics, and showing us the highlights of Canary Wharf. The hot tub was not too hot which was a relief in this weather!"
"Fantastic our guide was great and taught us a lot about the history of the building buildings"
"What an amazing experience. Had a great guide called Adam and he was full of lots of interesting facts and chat. Floating along Canary Wharf was so surreal, watching the hustle and bustle on land and relaxing in the tub. This is definitely something I’d do again and my teenage daughter really enjoyed."
"I had a great time with Eric as my guide and the others. The water was super warm, so it's definitely suitable for cold weather as well. I would book it again if I were in London."
"This was a great way to spend an hour in London. The hot tub is very clean and the water is toasty … so perfect for any kind of day. We went out on a Friday afternoon and lived chilling in the sunshine with a drink in hand. A great choice of drinks are available (not just champers as it suggests on the site). Kira was our captain and really looked after us from start to finish and was the perfect host. Would highly recommend."
"Great time! The guide was very friendly and answered all our questions. The tour was enjoyable. We were lucky to be the only two people on the boat. We'll definitely do it again!"
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The Hot Tub Boat Guided Historical Docklands Cruise gives you 75 minutes in a heated tub on the Canary Wharf docks, with a guide to the docks' history and a bar on board. Rated 4.8 from 79 reviews, from US$60 a person as of October 2026, with free cancellation up to 24 hours before. Starting from US$60 per person (bring swimwear and a towel; checked October 2026).
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Hot Tub Boat FAQ
What to know before booking London's hot tub boat.
From US$60 a person on GetYourGuide, as of October 2026. That buys a seat in a shared tub for the 75-minute Docklands cruise with a guide. Drinks from the bar are extra.
No, it sails in the sheltered docks around Canary Wharf, off the main river. The flat water is what makes a floating hot tub practical. For the open Thames, a speedboat or a sightseeing cruise goes out on the river itself.
Swimwear, a towel and a warm layer for afterwards. Heated changing rooms and flip-flops are provided on the hot tub boat cruise; the towel and swimwear are not.
No one under 12 may board the hot tub boat. Pregnant women are not allowed either. With younger children, the Regent's Canal boats have no age limit, and the children's guide covers every option.
Yes, from the boat's bar, up to two drinks per person. Snacks are sold too. Drinks are not included in the ticket price.
Yes, and cold days are when it is at its best: the water is warm and the air is not. Check the calendar for your date, since departures vary through the year, and bring something warm for the walk back from the dock.
Still have questions? Email us at info@london-boat-tour.com