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3 Hour Explorers Safari Boat Trip

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Perfect for:

Wildlife Enthusiasts
3 Hours

Perfect for wildlife enthusiasts, come and join us to explore the seas of North Cornwall! Taking more time to search for and enjoy the wildlife, we will also visit points of interest along the coastline such as Tintagel, Port Isaac or Trevose Head. Using our cabined RIB, you have the option of inside or outside seating throughout the trip and an on-board toilet so you can travel in comfort. Adult only and family friendly options available – same price applies to adults and children.

 

Please note: Due to the nature of the boat and the unpredictability of sea conditions we do not permit pregnant women, children under the age of 2 or anyone with current or historic back, neck or bone problems. Dogs are not permitted on 3+ hour trips. If you need further advice about if our trips are suitable for you, please contact us.

Adult

£55

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“We took the 3 hour trip and it was absolutely incredible! Saw seals, so many dolphins and even minke whales – a truly awesome trip.”
Hannah Bennett
30+ years experience
State of the art boats
Safe & comfortable
Stunning coastline

Boat Trip features

Sealife spotting

This longer trip covers a wide area, giving us more chance to see wildlife such as dolphins, porpoises, and whales.

Bird watching

Bring your binoculars! There will be plenty of chance to spot a number of exciting bird species.

Sites of interest

See the legendary Tintagel Castle, or the stunning Trevose Head lighthouse from the water.

Safety Onboard

Redbay Stormforce RIBs are built to safely handle a wide range of sea conditions. Indoor and outdoor seating for your comfort.

What to expect

The Route

Travelling further along the coast and further offshore than our 2 hour boat tours; depending on the conditions on the day, we may visit places of interest like Tintagel, Boscastle, or perhaps further west, venturing down the coast as well as searching offshore for wildlife – the sea is our playground!

What we're looking for

We will be keeping our eyes peeled along the way for any wildlife we may encounter, such as seals, dolphins, porpoises, whales and birdlife. During mid-April to mid-July, puffins, guillemots and razorbills can be found nesting in this area, a real birdwatcher’s delight! With the extra time available to us, we can really take our time to enjoy any wildlife encounters we have, as long as the wildlife are happy with our company. Keeping to “WiSe” safe wildlife watching guidelines, we always allow our interactions to be on the wildlife’s terms.

Professionally guided

Our boat trips are professionally guided, offering you the chance to learn a little about the wildlife we see as well as local points of interest and our rich local heritage. Your knowledgeable guide will be happy to answer any questions you have about the wildlife. You will have ample opportunity to snap some great photos of exciting wildlife and the rugged coastline. Every boat trip is a non-stop mixture of sensitive wildlife observation and exploring the wild North Cornish waters.

Guide giving information out on a cornwall boat trip
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Reviews of 3 Hour Explorers Safari Boat Trip

Waterlilly
"Best boat trip ever"
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Went on 3 hour explorers safari. This was our first boat trip of this type and could not have asked for a better crew Ian and his glamorous assistant (sorry we have forgotten your name). They knew exactly where to look for the for the wildlife and went above and beyond to ensure everyone had chance to see the wildlife, take photos and were very knowledgable giving information on the various animals & birds and local points of interest. Loved this trip so much I will recommend this to everyone - one for the bucket list. We will definitely book another trip when in Padstow next. Thank you so much.
Brandon Smith
"Excellent"
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Excellent 3 hour sea life tour up the coast. Saw loads of dolphins, sea birds and sea lions. Friendly crew, exhilarating speeds at points, overall very worth the £55 a head for this trip.
Daisy
"Amazing"
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Saw so much wildlife on our three hour sea safari: sunbathing seals, a sunfish, and a feeding frenzy with gannets and dolphins was the absolute highlight of the trip! Our guide, Ellen, was very knowledgeable and friendly, and was equally happy to have a chat about our holidays as to teach us about the coastal areas, local wildlife and conservation. Enjoyed both as a holiday activity and by my partner from a photography perspective.
Hannah Bennett
"10/10 would recommend"
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We took the 3 hour trip and it was absolutely incredible! Saw seals, so many dolphins and even minke whales - a truly awesome trip. The skipper and sealife guide were so kind and interactive, and the boat was very safe. Very enjoyable experience and would recommend!
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3 Hour Explorers Safari Boat Trip FAQs

We take from ages 2 and up (babies are not permitted). Please be advised that our boats travel at speed and can be very bouncy which some young children enjoy but others are not so keen on. Individual children’s suitability is at your discretion.

Our trips still run on rainy days. Rain does not deter the marine life (they are wet anyway!) so we simply wrap up in waterproofs and go for it! Please dress extra warm on rainy days with lots of layers to avoid getting cold. If you would prefer not to go out on a rainy day, please keep an eye on the weather and you may cancel your booking yourself. As long as we receive at least 24 hours notice, we can issue you with a full refund.

If we cancel your trip due to rough sea conditions or minimum passenger numbers (5) not being met, we will contact you as soon as possible to offer to reschedule you to a later date. If this is not possible, we can issue you with a full refund. Please note: If you cancel a booking yourself, we require at least 24 hours notice to be able to issue a refund.

Due to the bouncy nature of the boat and the unpredictability of sea conditions, our tours are not suitable for pregnant women.

 

All of our trips travel at speed and can be very bouncy in places so are not suitable for those with back/spine/bone problems.

Well behaved, small to medium sized dogs are permitted on our boats, however, often dogs do not like the sensation of being on a bouncy boat so please take this into consideration. If you can make other arrangements for your dog, it might be best to play it safe and leave them on land.

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