Set sail on a memorable 2.5-hour Forth Bridge taster sailing trip and discover Edinburgh from the water. Departing from Port Edgar Marina, you’ll cruise beneath the iconic Forth bridges and along Fife’s scenic coastline. Perfect for beginners, this relaxed experience lets you enjoy the views or get hands-on with the sailing, with chances to spot local wildlife along the way. An ideal experience gift for anyone keen to try sailing in a stunning setting.
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About the Experience
Sailing Experience Days: Experience sailing in Edinburgh with this unforgettable Forth Bridge taster sailing trip, offering a fresh and exciting way to see the city from the water.
Enjoy a fantastic 2.5-hour sailing adventure departing from Port Edgar Marina and cruising along Fife’s stunning coastline. Designed with beginners in mind, this relaxed yet engaging experience is perfect for first-time sailors or anyone keen to enjoy Edinburgh’s iconic sights from a completely new perspective. It also makes a brilliant experience gift for those looking to find their sea legs.
On arrival at the marina, you will be warmly welcomed by the crew, given a short introduction, and fitted with a life vest before stepping aboard. Once underway, you will sail beneath the famous Forth Road and Rail Bridges, an unforgettable highlight of the journey, before gliding past the picturesque island of Inchgarvie.
As you make your way back towards the marina, you can sit back and soak up the scenery, keeping watch for seabirds, seals, and even porpoises that frequent these waters. For those who want a more hands-on experience, there’s plenty of opportunity to get involved with the sailing, from helping the crew to even taking the helm under expert guidance.
Requirements
Minimum Age: 18
Guest Info
This 2.5 hour Edinburgh sailing experience is available from March to early October on selected Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Participants: The Edinburgh Forth Bridge Sailing Experience is for 1 participant.
Max Group Size: 10
Spectators Allowed on Site: No
This sailing experience is a shared experience that can take up to 10 customers at one time. Unfortunately it isn't suitable for spectators.
Duration
Experience Duration: 2:30
Time Spent at Venue: 3:00
This is a 2.5 hour sailing trip, you may want to allowapproximately 3 hours for the total experience.
Restrictions
Minimum Age: 18 years
This product is not eligible for promotional discount codes.
Anything Else
Points of Interest:
- Forth Road Bridge
- Forth Bridge
- The Queensferry Crossing
Equipment & Clothing
All necessary equipment will be provided for you by the sailing company, including waterproof clothing to keep you dry and protected!
You should dress appropriately for the weather on the day of your Edinburgh sailing trip.
Weather
Your Edinburgh sailing experience may be affected by inclement weather.
If it is necessary to cancel your sailing trip, you will be able to reschedule for an alternative date.
How the Voucher Works
- Purchase the voucher online
- Receive your e-voucher or gift pack
- Redeem online to select location and date
- Enjoy your experience
