Cruise from Southend Pier to the Red Sand Towers
Offering exciting opportunities to glide along the River Medway and the famous River Thames, Jetstream Tours are proud to announce the largest passenger vessel to ever cruise the Thames Estuary! With a range of guided tours, boat trips and sightseeing cruises, there's something for everyone when you cruise with Jetstream Tours.
Set sail from Southend Pier and cruise towards the eerie World War 2 Maunsel Forts, known as the Red Sand Towers whilst passing wreckage sites, breath-taking views and learning the fascinating secrets behind these historic monuments.
- Enjoy a three hour cruise from Southend Pier to the Red Sand Towers
- Get up-close to the World War 2 monuments, which stand nine miles from Southend and five miles from Whitstable
- Take a one hour cruise to reach the towers, passing by Mulbury Harbour and Shoebury Boom
- Cross the shipping channel towards the Isle of Sheppey
- Cruise past the Montgomery Wreck and see the masts whilst they're still visible
- Snap some unmissable photographs - bring a long lense & look out for the Peregrine Falcons!
- On a clear day, you'll see the surrounding areas stretching around you for miles
- Grab a drink or light snack from the onboard bar so you can cruise and dine at the same time
About your Southend - Red Sand Towers Tour:
- Meeting Point: Southend Pier, Southend Esplanade, Southend, SS1 2EH
- Duration: Three hours
- Suitable for: All ages
- Under 3's go free but must have a ticket.
- Tickets include: Access to the pier & pier train - trains depart from the Pier every 30 minutes.
- PLEASE NOTE: The boat does not leave the shoreside end of the pier. It leaves from the "sea" end of the pier, known as the pier head. You should ensure that you leave plenty of time to reach the end of the pier. Arriving at the pier 30-45 minutes is recommended.
Book your Red Sand Towers tour today, or check out the other trips available with Jetstream Tours.