11 Jan 2024
Hired the boat for a private tour at night and all thoroughly enjoyed it. Whilst waiting at the pier for the boat to arrive there was a guy with a radio being advised when it was on its way and it was on time. We were a group of 6 but there was a massive group also waiting for their larger boat. We had to get on their boat and walk through to our smaller one. It might have been better if we could have got on first, the guy knew we were going for the smaller one but of course this big crowd didn't realise so it was a bit chaotic for a few minutes with people pushing and shoving to get on the gangway.
Two chaps took us out and it was brilliant. Really stunning seeing all the buildings lit up and definitely worth the private trip for an hour which I would say was just the right amount of time. As a cold night the door was closed but the guy opened it when you wanted to allow great photo opportunities without the windows from the inside spoiling your shots. Personally I'd go for this private tour every time you have so much room to freely move around and nobody in your way for viewing and photographs.
Something I would definitely recommend and do again.