Punting on the Cam

Boat tour Cambridge, England, United Kingdom

What to expect

Punting on the Cam is a popular activity in Cambridge, England, where visitors can enjoy a traditional punt tour along the River Cam and take in the beautiful views of the college 'Backs'. The river runs through the heart of Cambridge, offering fantastic views of the world-famous Cambridge College 'Backs' from the comfort of a traditional Cambridge Punt. Visitors can see iconic landmarks such as King's College Chapel, The Wren Library at Trinity College, and the Bridge of Sighs. There are several punting companies offering award-winning private and shared chauffeured punting tours, including Let's Go Punting, Cambridge Punt Company, and Scudamore's Punting Company. These companies provide a range of services, including traditional boating, self-hire boats, and guided tours. The punts are usually 6 to 7 meters long and 1 to 2 meters wide, and the tours can be tailored to suit different preferences, including private, shared, corporate, and special occasion punting tours

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This family's experience:

Activities: We booked a tour with Granta by adding it tour our walking tour

Highlights: Our punter was a local resident; it was interesting to hear his perspective on the city in contrast to that of the alumna who led our walking tour ✨