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Family RIB boat tour approaching The Needles lighthouse on the Isle of Wight

Why Lymington

Home port

Lymington is our home port and unashamedly our favourite Solent location. We set up our Rib business here because it has so much to offer the Rib enthusiast. There is plenty of free parking in the marina.

At a glance

Jurassic coast

A great departure point for Rib Charter or Bareboat Rib Charter (without a skipper), Lymington is also ideally placed for forays further afield particularly west to Poole and beyond to the world heritage Jurassic coast line.

Town quay

The harbour is the town, and thus a great place to explore by Rib as you journey up the Lymington river through the moorings and past historic boat yards to the Town Quay itself, with a large ‘walk ashore’ visitors’ pontoon.

Yacht Haven

The Ribs are based in Lymington Yacht Haven which has just been awarded the Yacht Harbour Association’s prize as the UK’s best marina, and for good reason. Stunning facilities are augmented by the fabulous Haven bar and bistro – a great venue from which to start and finish your day out.

What our customers say

The most professional Rib charter company you will ever come across!

The most professional Rib charter company you will ever come across! Immaculately maintained boats and professional skippers make them stand out from the rest. Highly recommended!
Simon Hedley

Really nice people, with great kit and knowledge.

Rented a RIB from these guys which they brought down to Padstow. Boat in superb condition (their boats are used commercially and for leisure, so super well maintained). Summary: really nice people, with great kit and knowledge.
Mark O'Donoghue

I'd absolutely 100% recommend these guys.

Chartered a bareboat RIB with Solent Rib Charter on the bank holiday weekend for a day out to the Isle of Wight. Absolutely top-notch customer service and I can’t overstate how helpful he was! I’d absolutely 100% recommend these guys.
Oliver Masters

Incredible company who at last minute were able to step in like heroes.

Incredible company who at last minute were able to step in like heroes when we were let down by another charter for my 40th Birthday (50 people from Lymington to The Hut and back!). If you want to book a RIB for any occasion, make sure you book with Solent Rib Charter!
Ben Peddie

Another wildly successful client RIB day with the wonderful Solent RIB Charter.

Another wildly successful client RIB day with the wonderful Solent RIB Charter. Well organised with friendly and professional skippers, our clients had a brilliant time again on what is one of our most popular annual events, thanks to Jakob, Christian & the team!
Sarah Ward

From start to finish the process was seamless.

We selected Solent Rib Charter for a team incentive. From start to finish the process was seamless. They were really flexible and allowed for us to enjoy the sights and have a relaxed lunch in Cowes. It was a great day out.
Martin Rennison

These guys were brilliant. Would highly recommend them.

These guys were brilliant – both in helping to organise our trip for 40 scouts (many thanks Theo), and on the day: everyone was full of praise for rib skipper (Mike) for being relaxed and fun, but also super safe. Would highly recommend them. 30th Reigate Scouts.
Jonathan Gold

Skipper Jon on the day was great & always showed on time.

Very helpful with the passage plan and crafting the day ahead of time. Skipper Jon on the day was great, relaxed and always showed on time. Made for a wonderful day. The blast by The Needles was invigorating. We had two groups and a lovely lunch in Yarmouth.
David Chudleigh

I would strongly recommend Solent Rib Charter.

Fantastic Experience – Dealt with Jakob who was really helpful and efficient and had a brilliant day on the water. I would strongly recommend Solent Rib Charter and will definitely be using them again when I’m next in Lymington.
Tim Walkden
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A line of Solent Rib Charter boats on trailers being prepared for launch, alongside matching tow vehicles on a slipway at low tide.

Our locations

The Solent and beyond

While the Solent is where we specialise, our services extend across the entire UK, enabling us to support clients nationwide with seamless delivery and consistent high-quality service.

Locations
Two rigid inflatable boats (RIBs) filled with passengers speed across calm water near The Needles, the iconic white chalk cliffs. The red-and-white Needles lighthouse stands on the right, while sea spray rises around the boats as they travel in bright, clear weather.

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