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Rowing experience in Cambridge! No experience required

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Cambridge, England
  • 3 hours (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Cambridge is known for its famous boat race, and with this rowing experience, you can ride a coxed “eight boat”—just like the ones used by the Cambridge and Oxford University rowing teams. No need to worry if it’s your first time—this experience is ideal for beginners, and a full introduction and technical practice session are provided at the City of Cambridge Rowing Club before setting out on the water.
  • Ride the same type of boat used in The Oxford and Cambridge Boat Race
  • Ideal for first-time rowers: Practise indoors on rowing machines first
  • Get top tips from experts on technical skills and rowing techniques
  • Take part in an intimate rowing experience with only 8 participants

What's Included

  • Use of Concept 2 Ergs (Rowing Machines)
  • Use of 'Eight Boat' same as the ones in the Cambridge-Oxford boat races
  • Use of club facilities

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    • City of Cambridge Rowing Club
      Kimberley Rd, Cambridge CB4 1HJ, UK

      The meeting point is outside the 'City of Cambridge Rowing Club' Please arrive 10 minutes before your booking time

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    Operating hours
    .10:00 am

    What To Expect

    1

    The River Cam

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Near public transportation
    • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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    Reviews

    5.0
    based on 194 reviews
    Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

    My favorite activity in Cambridge

    Anna_A, Aug 2025
    This is a great club and teaches you the basics of rowing really quickly and easily. It is a great activity to make friends and do community building. This was my favorite activity when I visited Cambridge. Will definitely come back when I have a chance.

    Response from Host, Aug 2025

    Thakn you for your kind review! It was lovely having you and your lovelyfamily in the boat!

    Excellent experience

    Federico_S, Oct 2025
    We were a group of 8 friends, we received a very correct basic instruction and then we got on the boats. although it took us a few minutes to coordinate was very nice and fun. our helmsman Rosie was excellent. All highly recommended.
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    up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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