Why Choose an Inflatable Boat
Roll-up inflatable boats are perfect for spontaneous adventures out at sea, offering benefits like:
- Easy storage and portability: Deflate and roll up your inflatable boat to neatly pack it in your car boot, no trailer needed.
- Lightweight handling: Blow-up rafts are simple to launch and retrieve without assistance.
- Versatile usage: Roll-up inflatable dinghies are great for fishing, exploring shallow waterways, or as a tender for a larger vessel.
- Exceptional stability on the water: Wide beam and air-filled tubes provide a reassuringly stable platform.
- Affordability: Ideal for the beach or lake, inflatable raft boats let you explore the waters at a much lower price than rigid-hull boats.
Learn more about choosing the best dinghy for your boat.
Types of Inflatable Boats for Sale
Aqua Marina roll-up boats are crafted with durable PVC and High Frequency Welding Technology for long-lasting durability. Drop Stitch Light Technology on the floor adds rigidity underfoot, so the air boat holds its shape and won't deflate while you're out on the water.
Compact and easy to stow, our inflatable boats are ideal for casual use, fishing, or as a yacht tender. Select from two types of blow-up boats:
- Roll-up inflatable boats: Deflate and pack away quickly. Open-bow and twin-hull styles suit fishing, diving, and easy boarding from the water.
- Rigid hull inflatable boats: A solid hull with inflatable tubes offers a drier, more capable ride for longer trips or choppier conditions.
Depending on the model, our inflatable fishing boats hold up to 5 people, so you can pack in the family or bring a few mates along.
Dinghy Accessories
Outfit your tender or inflatable with gear from our dinghy accessories range:
- Oars
- Rowlocks and oar sleeves
- Paddles
- Dinghy wheels, including Burnsco heavy duty dinghy wheels
- Pumps
- Repair kits
- Other inflatable boat accessories
Buy Inflatable Boats at Burnsco
Find the right inflatable boat for your adventures at Burnsco. Visit your local store to see our roll-up boats in person, or browse paddles and inflation pumps online.
Our team is happy to help you choose the right model and size. Call us on 0800 10 20 41 for expert advice on our foldable fishing boats.
Frequently Asked Questions
What materials are inflatable boats made from?
Aqua Marina inflatable boats feature durable PVC with High Frequency Welding Technology for strong, watertight seams. Drop Stitch Light Technology adds rigidity and underfoot stability to the floor, increasing overall performance.
Are inflatable boats safe for coastal waters?
Inflatable boats are well-suited to sheltered coastal waters, harbours, and estuaries. Always check the weather forecast, carry the appropriate safety gear, and stay within the vessel's recommended load and conditions.
Can inflatable boats handle rough water?
Most roll-up inflatable boats are best suited to calm to light-chop conditions.
What pump should I use for an inflatable boat?
Aqua Marina inflatable boats all include a hand pump. For faster inflation, the Aqua Marina 12V high pressure air pump is our best match—same brand as our boats—with preset pressure up to 16 PSI. Browse more options in our dinghy pumps range. Check your boat's recommended PSI before inflating. Over-inflating can stress the seams, especially in direct sunlight.
What safety gear should I carry on an inflatable boat?
- A correctly fitted life jacket for every person on board
- Paddle or oars
- A bailer or hand bilge pump
- An anchor pack with line appropriate for your foldable boat size
- Flares and signalling devices, and a means of communication such as EPIRBs and PLBs or VHF radios and accessories for trips away from shore
Read our how to choose a life jacket guide for fit checks, types and maintenance tips.
