KIDS GO FREE
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Kids go Free
From October 2024, kids aged 0–15 sail for free* with Steam Packet on all regular sailings, all year round. It’s one less cost to worry about, and one more reason to make your next family adventure a ferry one.
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To ensure a safe and comfortable journey for everyone, there must be at least one adult for every seven children in your group. This rule applies to all bookings and helps us look after all our passengers onboard.
Travelling with kids made easy
Both Manxman and Manannan are well-equipped to keep little ones (and not so little ones) occupied and entertained while travelling with us. As well as the simple pleasure of watching the waves and trying to spot dolphins and whales (yes, we do see them from our ships), they can burn off excess energy in the Little People's Play Area, catch up on great TV and films with our free services, and enjoy great food and drink with our onboard selection of freshly cooked, locally sourced options. We've got your journey covered.
Family Entertainment
Play Area
Both Manxman and Manannan feature bright and spacious purpose designed play areas, thoughtfully designed to provide a safe and engaging environment for your children. Equipped with a variety of toys and interactive activities, these play zones are perfect for letting kids explore, imagine, and play to their hearts' content.
Streaming service
Stay entertained anywhere onboard the Manxman with our state-of-the-art BazePort IPTV system which you can access on smartphones, tablets and laptops. Children can enjoy a wide selection of TV channels, on-demand movies, and interactive content, providing endless entertainment options right at their fingertips. Accessible in all areas of the vessel, the BazePort IPTV system features numerous TV channels, on-demand movies, and interactive games, ensuring that a nice distraction is always available.
Food and Drink
Fancy a snack or something more filling? Our onboard Eatery and cafe has you covered, with freshly made, locally sourced meals, light bites, and a full kids’ menu available on both Manxman and Manannan.
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Discover the Isle of Man
With sandy beaches, historic castles, hidden trails and plenty of outdoor activities, the Isle of Man is the perfect playground for an amazing family getaway.
Group Travel
Travelling as a group? You can book online for up to 8 people. For more than that, just fill in our quick enquiry form or give our friendly Reservations Team a call on 01624 661661. If you’re on the Isle of Man, feel free to drop into the Ferry Travel Shop at Douglas Sea Terminal - we’re always happy to help.
Terms and conditions
No fare for Children under 16 years of age on day of travel.
All children must travel with an adult.
Minimum ratio of 7 children to 1 adult when booked online.
Offer applies to Economy and Flexi fares on all routes between UK/Ireland and IOM.
Excludes special events and cruises
No additional fuel surcharges. No additional fees when booked online. Group bookings of 8 or more children must be made by phone or email.
Group bookings of over 8 children are required to be seated in pre-allocated seats. Seat booking charge of £2.50 per child per leg applies.
Changes and cancellations to Economy and Flexi fares are subject to charges as per the Terms and Conditions.
Kids go Free applies only to travel tickets. Upgrades, on board purchases and other items are excluded.
Non-web bookings are subject to a telephone service fee.
IOMSPC Terms of Business apply to all bookings. For more information read our Terms & Conditions.
Correct as at 02/07/2025
Twenty years from now, you will be more disappointed by the things you didn’t do than those you did. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from safe harbor. Catch the wind in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover.
Mark Twain, American Writer