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Explore the Secret Life of Cornwall’s Cornish Sucker Fish

The Cornish sucker fish, also known as the Lepadogaster purpurea, is a fascinating creature that can be found in the…
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Discover 11 Fascinating Facts About Leatherback Sea Turtles

Did you know that leatherback sea turtles have been around for more than 100 million years? These majestic, ancient creatures…
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Exploring the Best Hidden Gems in Cornwall: Uncover Hidden Treasures

Cornwall’s allure lies not only in its renowned landmarks but also in these hidden gems that reveal the county’s diverse…
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11 Things to Do in Wadebridge

Nestled in the heart of North Cornwall, the historic market town of Wadebridge is loved by townsfolk and visitors alike…
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The Majestic Coastal Birds of Prey Cornwall

Cornwall’s coastline, known for its breathtaking beauty, is also home to an array of magnificent birds of prey. This guide…

Ultimate Guide to Dolphin Spotting in Cornwall 

The picturesque coastline of Cornwall, provides the opportunity to witness dolphins in their natural habitat – a truly unforgettable experience!…
Beautiful sunrise over fishing boats in the harbour at Padstow in Cornwall

Things to do in Cornwall in Winter for the Whole Family

Winter in Cornwall offers an abundance of exciting activities for the whole family to enjoy. Despite the cooler temperatures, there…
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The 7 Best Things to do Treyarnon Bay 2023

Treyarnon Bay is a beautiful part of Cornwall with many things to do near Treyarnon Bay. This particular area catering…

5 Weird and Wonderful Marine Creatures That You Might Not Expect To Find On Our Coast

Cornwall has plenty of marine based animals that are lovely to look at, but let’s look at the weird and…

The 7 Best Things to do Harlyn Bay 2023

Harlyn Bay is a beautiful part of Cornwall with many things to do near Harlyn Bay. This particular area catering…
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Cornwall’s Best Places to Visit in August

Cornwall, with its picturesque coastal destinations like St Michaels Mount, Padstow, Newquay, Port Isaac, and Harlyn Bay, offers diverse attractions….
Rainbow sea slug in Cornwall, Falmouth

Orca to Rainbow Sea Slugs: Say hello to Cornwall’s Rare Wildlife

Cornwall is the most exposed county in England to the Atlantic Ocean, which is home to a variety of marine…

10 Fascinating Wildlife Species You Can Spot on our Padstow Boat Trips

Find out what wildlife you could see on our Cornwall boat trips departing from Padstow, from curious seals to friendly…

Top Locations for Watching Wildlife in Cornwall

Discover some of the best locations for watching wildlife in Cornwall from the beautiful grey seals to playful dolphins and,…
Beautiful sunrise over fishing boats in the harbour at Padstow in Cornwall

10 Things to do in Padstow with kids

Padstow is one of Cornwall’s most popular towns; when you visit, you’ll quickly see why, beautiful panoramic views across the…

Rock Pooling In Cornwall – Where To Go And What You Might Find!

Rock pooling is a traditional summertime activity, and thanks to Cornwall’s bounty of fantastic locations to explore, there are rock…

Jellyfish Stings: How to Avoid Them & How to Treat Them

Whether you marvel at them as you’re swimming, prod them on the beach, or fear their stings, jellyfish are fascinating…
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What are the Effects of Plastic Pollution on Marine Life?

Every year, around 12.7 million tonnes of plastic enters our seas. Every minute, in fact, one refuse truckload of plastic…
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The 9 Best Coastal Walks in Cornwall

From idyllic beaches to hidden gems and untouched countryside, Cornwall is a staggering 92% rural. From Bude to Land’s End…

Endangered Sea Life in the UK – How Are We Progressing?

The cold sea temperatures around the United Kingdom make it the perfect home for a variety of marine creatures. The…

Cornwall’s New Seal Hospital

In September 2021 a new purpose-built hospital was opened in Cornwall for ill and injured grey seal pups. This facility…

How to spot a Feeding Frenzy in Cornwall

We are very fortunate in the summer months to be occasionally treated to sightings of feeding frenzies while we are…

Weever Fish Stings: How to Avoid Them & How to Treat Them

If you’ve ever seen someone limping around the beach or sitting at the lifeguard hut with their foot in a…

Wally the First-Ever Walrus to Visit Cornwall!

Wally the walrus has become a national treasure, as our much-loved visitor from the Arctic.  He was first spotted back…

Vitamin Sea: How the Ocean Can Benefit your Health

The sea provides many surprising health benefits from supporting good skin to benefiting your mental health. Explore how the sea…

Adapting to Covid-19

2020 has been a very strange year so far, bringing with it new challenges. As we are preparing to open…

Dreaming of Springtime Sealife

During quarantine, whilst we are safely staying at home, we can’t help but think about what the wildlife is up…

A look back at 2019

As we are looking forward to the upcoming 2020 season, we have also been looking back at what an incredible…

Padstow Sealife Safaris – One of “The Best Boat Tours Cornwall Has to Offer”

aboard one of our RIB trips, you can enjoy the added thrill of speed, while our expert guides share their…

“Love Your Beach” – Beach Clean Day with Padstow Sealife Safaris

Roses, chocolates and a romantic dinner for your other half? At Padstow Sealife Safaris we love the beach! So what…

6 Top Conservation Tips for Kids

Our planet needs us more than ever, this is one certainty which we cannot ignore. We are damaging our oceans,…

What is the Padstow Plastic Free Initiative?

By organising beach cleans, educating local businesses and increasing public awareness of just how damaging to our environment single-use plastics…

17+ Things To Do in Cornwall

Cornwall has the longest coastline of any English county (measuring around 433 miles), and it’s one of the most rugged…

So What Can I Expect To See On A Padstow Boat Trip?

Thinking of booking a Sealife Safari Padstow boat trip while you’re in Cornwall? Here are some of the scintillating sights…

5 reasons to go on a sea life safari boat trip

A holiday to Cornwall is brilliant for many reasons. It is packed with culture, great food, wonderful scenery and friendly…