Hickling Broad boat trail at dawn (Image credit: Richard Osbourne)
Wildlife boat trips from NWT Hickling Broad
Head to NWT Hickling Broad and Marshes nature reserve and take a seat on Swallowtail or Damselfy - our 12-seater electric boats - and keep a lookout for marsh harriers, great crested grebes, and the elusive bittern.
Boat trips at Hickling Broad run from 3 April until the end of October.
We also offer exclusive guided boat trips for larger groups, whether for wildlife interest groups, birdwatching, photography, celebrating a special occasion, or simply having an adventure on the water with family and friends. For more information, please contact NWT Hickling Broad visitor centre on 01692 598276.
For more information and to find answers to frequently asked questions about wildlife boat trips, visit our wildlife boat trips page.
Hickling boat trip (credit: Jimmy King)
Daytime guided wildlife boat trips
Our two-hour guided wildlife boat trips visit some of the reserve's most remote hides, only accessible by boat. You'll also climb our 60-foot tree tower, where you can enjoy views across the water and the rural landscape beyond. We also run a one-hour guided wildlife boat trip, where we visit just one of these locations.
Timetable and pricing
| Ticket type | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| 2-hour trip (10.30am-12.30pm) Daily |
Adult (non-member) | £15 |
| Adult (NWT member) | £13 | |
| Child (non-member) | £11 | |
| Child (NWT member) | £10 | |
| Family (non-member) Max 2 adults and 2 children |
£47 | |
| Family (NWT members) Max 2 adults and 2 children |
£41 | |
| 1-hour trip (1.30-2.30pm and 3-4pm) Daily |
Adult (non-member) | £12 |
| Adult (NWT member) | £10 | |
| Child (non-member) | £9 | |
| Child (NWT member) | £8 | |
| Family (non-member) Max 2 adults and 2 children |
£37 | |
| Family (NWT members) Max 2 adults and 2 children |
£32 |
How to book
You can book a daytime guided wildlife boat trip in-person at our Hickling Broad visitor centre or by calling 01692 598276.
Sunset at Hickling Broad and Marshes (credit: Nick Goodrum)
Evening guided wildlife boat trips
We run two-hour evening boat trips from NWT Hickling Broad and Marshes nature reserve from June to August. These magical trips are a perfect opportunity to explore the tranquility of the reserve as the sun begins to set on this beautiful landscape.
Timetable and pricing
| Ticket type | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| 2-hour trip (6-8pm) Thursdays in June, July and August |
Adult (non-member) | £20 |
| Adult (NWT member) | £16 | |
| Child (non-member) | £14 | |
| Child (NWT member) | £12 |
How to book
Book an evening boat trip at NWT Hickling Broad via Eventbrite. Please note an Eventbrite booking fee will be applied to these prices.
Pleasure Boat Inn aerial view (credit: Robert Smith)
Boat trips from the Pleasure Boat Hickling
Starting from the Pleasure Boat pub at NWT Hickling Staithe, take a truly memorable guided boat trip across Hickling Broad and explore the stunning landscape of the largest of all the Broads.