Group Size

15-42 people

Duration

2.5 hours

Locations

London Kings Cross via Camden or Angel

Ideal for

Fun | Adventure | Problem-solving

Event Summary

London Canal Quest’ is our most popular outdoor team building activity.

Described as “the perfect summer social”, teams take to the water for a canal treasure hunt. Board your boat, rally your crew, and may the best team win!

As you cruise the canal, teams compete in an iPad-based GPS game full of challenges and questions that you complete along the route.

This outdoor team activity is a great experience for teams. Get in touch for more information and prices.

Charles
Charles, Sales Director

“This is fantastic event and one of our most recommended outdoor London activity for teams. The way teams interact along the canal makes it such an enjoyable experience.”

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What To Expect

London Canal Quest is a water-based treasure hunt played entirely on board a boat. Your team will cruise London’s iconic canals together, tackling challenges and quizzes on iPads as you go — part team game, part city adventure.

Choose Your Route

There are 3 routes that you can choose from.

  1. King’s Cross to Camden — (The one with the canal locks) Best for curious teams who enjoy lively surroundings and a chance to go through the famous canal locks.
  2. Camden to Little Venice — (The one that feels like a serene London adventure) Best for teams who want a relaxed, scenic experience with great views and a feel-good vibe throughout.
  3. Paddington to Camden — (The one that gives back) Best for larger groups, those who want the option of catering on board as well as the most sustainable and social impact option.

Each route is completely unique — so take your pick and let us know which one you’d like to hear more about.

Why Teams Love This

  • A refreshing escape from the office
  • Rain or shine – the boat is covered and comfortable
  • Central location – easy to reach from anywhere in London
  • Bring your own drinks and food, or pre-order packages
  • The treasure hunt entertains teams throughout the journey.
Success stories

Client Testimonial

“I booked Canal Quest through Team Tactics for my company's summer social after looking for a fun, outdoor and inclusive activity for my team. The customer service from booking to disembarking the boat, was excellent. Ellie was very helpful and friendly, she did a great job guiding the teams through the quiz, which was really fun, very creative and added a nice competitive edge. I would most definitely use team tactics again for either canal quests or other events.”

Vikki, Cosimo Consulting

Cosimo Consulting

Bespoke Options

We can bespoke the game to have your own questions that fit your companies values or your brand. Our team can provide ideas and guidance to help shape a day that works perfectly for you. Discuss more with the team.

We can also add entertainment onto the boat, to make it an even better!

FAQs

Why choose Team Tactics

30 years

Founded in 1996, we've supported teams through every high and low. With decades of insight, we know what truly works.

Family-run

As a family-run business, we bring a personal, friendly approach with deep-rooted values.

Rated Excellent

From planning to delivery, our team makes every step seamless. We're rated Excellent for good reason.

Award Winning

Our events don't just make an impact; they win awards. Trusted by industry experts and loved by attendees.

Positively Different

Our business is now B Corp Certified - delivering events that are as sustainable and ethical as they are memorable.

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LONDON CANAL QUEST FAQs

London Canal Quest is an outdoor team building activity in London that combines a boat cruise along Regent’s Canal with an interactive GPS treasure hunt game. Teams of 5-6 people compete using iPads while cruising, making it a unique corporate event or group activity in central London.

London Canal Quest accommodates 15-42 people per booking. For the best team building experience, we recommend dividing groups into teams of 5-6 participants each.

The complete London Canal Quest experience lasts 2-2.5 hours.

London Canal Quest departs from Kings Cross or Camden in central London. The boat sails along Regent’s Canal before returning to the starting point.

London Canal Quest offers five daily departure times:
9:30am – 11:30am (early morning rate applies)
12:00pm – 2:00pm
2:30pm – 4:30pm
5:00pm – 700pm
7:30pm – 9:30pm

Please get in touch to discuss availability and timings.

Our boats are fully covered so you don’t have to worry about London’s temperamental weather.

Yes, the London Canal Quest narrowboat has an onboard toilet for guest convenience during the 2-hour cruise.

No. London Canal Quest includes a professional skipper with every booking, so your team can focus on the treasure hunt game and team building activities.

Yes, you can bring your own food on the London Canal Quest boat. You can pre-order drink packages on the King’s Cross to Camden route that include chilled beverages, glasses, and ice ready upon arrival.

Yes, while you can bring your own food (bringing plates and cutlery), London Canal Quest partners with nearby restaurants for catered meal options.

Yes, London Canal Quest features an onboard sound system. Share your Spotify playlist before your booking, and we’ll play your music through the boat’s speakers during your canal cruise.

The London Canal Quest interactive game includes:

    • iPad per team with GPS-enabled map
    • Live scoreboard showing team rankings
    • Team messaging system
    • General knowledge questions
    • Photo and video challenges
    • Medals for the winning team

Depending on the route chosen, London Canal Quest can arrange additional entertainment including:

  • Live musicians
  • Caricature artists
  • Magicians

No, London Canal Quest is exclusively designed for corporate team building events in London only. Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate personal or private groups.

Contact London Canal Quest as early as possible to secure your preferred date and time slot.

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