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Stunning cruises on the Helford River,du Maurier’s inspiration Frenchman's Creek at Budock Vean Hotel. @escapetothecountry @chefrickstein @sandytoktv

Beautiful afternoon cruise! This weather is amazin

Beautiful afternoon cruise! This weather is amazing!! Lovely wildlife too herons, little egrets in abundance!

#cornwall #boattrips #helfordriver #frenchmanscreek

Wow what a stunning day! Super morning trip with l

Wow what a stunning day! Super morning trip with loads of little egrets, curlews and herons to see!

#boattrips #cornwall #helfordriver #frenchmanscreek

2 stunning river cruises today with wonderful weat

2 stunning river cruises today with wonderful weather #helfordriver #cornwall #boattrips #frenchmanscreek #lovecornwall #privatecharter

Discover the Helford on a @helfordrivercruises fro

Discover the Helford on a @helfordrivercruises from @budockveanhotel

Trips available this week:
Monday 15th June 9.30am
Tuesday 16th June 10am
Wednesday 17th June 9am and 11am
Thursday 18th June 11.30am
Friday 19th June 10.30am and 12.30pm
Saturday 20th June 2pm
Sunday 21st June 3pm

Book online, link in the bio or call 0794 102 7732. Please note we may be on the water so rather than leaving a message please email us info@helfordrivercruises.co.uk

Lovely mild afternoon cruising the #helfordriver a

Lovely mild afternoon cruising the #helfordriver and #frenchmanscreek! Need a gift for Father’s Day! Why not treat him to @helfordrivercruises spaces available this weekend and gift vouchers available too!!

The end of #frenchmanscreek on a Spring high tide.

The end of #frenchmanscreek on a Spring high tide. So magical #helfordriver #boattrips #lovecornwall #privatecharter

Spaces available this afternoon…

Spaces available this afternoon…

Helford River Cruises this week: Monday 9th June 3

Helford River Cruises this week:
Monday 9th June 3pm or 5pm
Tuesday 10th June 3pm or 5pm
Wednesday 11th June 3.30pm or 5.30pm
Thursday 12th June 4pm or 6pm
Friday 13th June 4.30pm
Saturday 14th June 5.30pm
Sunday 15th June 6pm

Join our 90 minute #boattrios from the @budockveanhotel only 10 spaces available on our open top Cygnus, a traditional Cornish boat! Discover the Helford from a different perspective with @trebahgardencornwall @ntglendurgannhelford @shipwrightsarms @theferryboathelford @portnavasyachtclub from the water and enjoy cruising along Frenchman’s Creek and Polwheveral Creek with herons, little egrets amoungst the beautiful woodlands.

Private charters available. Book online https://widget.eola.co/emp3f/activities

Lovely #privatecharter today taking in the delight

Lovely #privatecharter today taking in the delightful #helfordriver #frenchmanscreek #portnavascreek Come and join us for an amazing #boattrip and #explore

🌿 Helford River Cruise 🌊 Step into the world

🌿 Helford River Cruise 🌊
Step into the world of Daphne du Maurier, who honeymooned here and was inspired to write Frenchman’s Creek — a place of romance, mystery, and natural beauty.

🛶 Drift down Frenchman’s Creek with the engine off — just birdsong & stillness.
🌳 Explore hidden creeks and lush temperate rainforests.
🍽️ Launch from @budockveanhotel with lunch, afternoon tea, or dinner on the terrace.
🌺 Stroll through subtropical gardens to the river’s edge.

✨ Private charters available too!

📍 Departing daily from @budockveanhotel
🎟️ Book now: https://widget.eola.co/emp3f/activities

#HelfordRiver #FrenchmansCreek #DuMaurier #CornwallCruise #LiteraryTravel #BudockVean #RomanticGetaway #HiddenCornwall #NatureEscape #VisitCornwall

Lovely weather on @helfordrivercruises enjoying a

Lovely weather on @helfordrivercruises enjoying a #boattrip⛴️ exploring #helfordriver #frenchmanscreek #polwheveralcreek & #portnavas

Beautiful #boattrip⛵️ enjoying #helfordriver #

Beautiful #boattrip⛵️ enjoying #helfordriver #frenchmanscfeek #polwheveralcreek & #portnavascreek Many thanks to our wonderful customers #cornwall #lovecornwall

🚤 Discover the Helford River on our traditional

🚤 Discover the Helford River on our traditional 12-seater open-top boat!

🏡 Cruise past grand houses & fishing villages
🌿 Enjoy views of Trebah & Glendurgan from the water
🌳 Explore the temperate rainforest of Frenchman’s & Polwheveral Creek
🦆 Spot birdlife, hidden shipwrecks & more — all in just 90 minutes!

📍 Departs from Budock Vean Hotel
🎁 Gift vouchers & private charters available

👉 Buy online today — link in bio!

#HelfordRiver #BoatAdventure #FrenchmansCreek #KoruAdventures #VisitCornwall #RiverEscape #GiftAdventure #BudockVean

Plans this weekend? Come and explore the Temperate

Plans this weekend? Come and explore the Temperate Rainforests and Cornish villages on our Helford River Cruise @budockveanhotel morning trips! Start the day on the water! 9am trips Friday and Saturday,, 10am Sunday!

Book online or call 0794 102 7732

Some beautiful calm creeks to explore this week wi

Some beautiful calm creeks to explore this week with beautiful birds amongst the temperate rainforests on Frenchman’s and Polwheveral Creek

At last some drizzle and this is when you truely f

Helford River Cruises enjoy a 90 minute cruise on

Helford River Cruises enjoy a 90 minute cruise on the Helford River and creeks including Frenchmans Creek! Sit back and enjoy the commentary and birdsong.

Spaces available www.helfordrivercruises.co.uk

We’re often asked if we have an age limit and th

We’re often asked if we have an age limit and the answer is no!! We have taken newborns up to 100 years old so far! As long as you can get on the boat we would love to welcome you on boat to discover the magic of the Helford River and Frenchman’s Creek from @budockveanhotel

Beautiful morning on the #helfordriver #frenchmans

Beautiful morning on the #helfordriver #frenchmanscreek lovely to see the herons and little l egrets back perching in the trees. Thanks for cruising with #helfordrivercruises @budockveanhotel

Wow we’ve had some super weather!! Next early ev

Wow we’ve had some super weather!! Next early evening cruises 26-29 May!!

Sailing the hidden soul of Cornwall
Tucked away on the south coast, the Helford River feels like stepping into a storybook. Think ancient oaks leaning over quiet waters, secret beaches only visible by boat, and the kind of stillness that stays with you. This isn’t just a cruise—it’s a slow drift into serenity.
#HelfordRiver #CornwallDiaries #SlowTravel #HiddenCornwall #WanderWithMe #TravelBloggerLife

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