expedia
Skip to Main Content.
List your propertySupportTrips
Member discount illustration

Members save 10% or more on over 100,000 hotels worldwide when you’re signed in

Sign in
Learn about Expedia Rewards
Feedback

Coniston Water Swallows and Amazons Cruise

By Coniston Launch
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$38 per adult
See tickets
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview

Step into the world of Arthur Ransome and enjoy our 90 minute cruise of Swallows and Amazons.

Fun for those who are familiar with the Swallows & Amazons stories. Arthur Ransome used many places around Coniston Water to populate the imaginary lake of his books. Enjoy our 90 minute cruise as we discover these places including Wild Cat Island.

Of course there is no lake exactly similar to the one that Ransome used for his children’s adventures, but he did use real locations for the places that he worked into his stories. On Coniston Water we will see Beckfoot, Holly Howe, Kanchenjunga, Wild Cat Island, the Amazons’ boathouse, and a host of other spots that Ransome used to create his fascinating world.

As soon as you board our launch, you step into the world of the Swallows and the Amazons. During the cruise we discover the various locations that Ransome used around Coniston Water in his ever-popular Swallows & Amazons series of books.

Activity location

  • Coniston Ferry Landing
    • LA21 8AN, Coniston, England, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Coniston Ferry Landing
    • LA21 8AN, Coniston, England, United Kingdom

Check availability

Coniston Water Swallows and Amazons Cruise
  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m
    1h 30m
Starting time: 4:30 pm
Price details
NZ$37.55 x 1 AdultNZ$37.55
Total
Price is NZ$37.55
Until Sun, 20 Jul

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedAll Fees and Taxes

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Brantwood (Pass by)
Brantwood, the former home of John Ruskin, poet, artist, and social reformer. Visit the house, garden, craft gallery, and Brantwood Café. Brantwood, a historic house and vibrant centre for the arts on the shores of Coniston Water. Our RHS partner gardens are full of interest and provide an insight into the radical experiments in land management and horticulture which Ruskin began. Immerse yourself in our captivating exhibitions, showcasing a diverse range of art forms and inspiring creative expression. From thought-provoking contemporary art & traditional craftsmanship to Ruskin’s core geological collection, our exhibitions will ignite your imagination and leave you with a deeper appreciation for the arts. Indulge your taste buds at our charming cafe, nestled within the enchanting surroundings. Treat yourself to a delectable selection of refreshments while basking in the beauty of the gardens and savouring the tranquility of the Lake District.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESConiston Ferry Landing
    • LA21 8AN, Coniston, England, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEConiston Ferry Landing
    • LA21 8AN, Coniston, England, United Kingdom

Best Deals on Things to Do

Experience the wonders of the world up close with great deals on things to do near and far. Expedia offers one-of-a-kind activities that allow you to explore Coniston your way. Whether you love nature, culture, food or a bit of adventure, we have the perfect activity for you.

Top experiences in Coniston

With so many activities in Coniston, planning the perfect day out may seem like a daunting task. Expedia is here to take the hassle out of finding the best attractions, tours and activities in Coniston. Families, couples and business travellers can all find the perfect activity in Coniston to create life-long memories with the help of Expedia.