Book Puffin Seabird Cruise with Seals tickets & witness one of the UK’s most spectacular wildlife experiences
- 2-hour cruise around the Farne Islands during peak seabird season
- See puffins and thousands of nesting seabirds in their natural habitat
- Visit one of the UK’s largest grey seal colonies
- Enjoy expert commentary throughout your journey
- Learn the story of Grace Darling’s famous rescue
Puffin Seabird Cruise with Seals information
- Age suitability: Suitable for all ages
- Duration: Approximately 2 hours
- Tickets include: 2-hour wildlife cruise with guided commentary, puffin and seabird viewing, and grey seal colony visit
- Departure point: Harbour, Seahouses, NE68 7RN, United Kingdom
A seabird spectacle like no other
This seasonal cruise offers incredible opportunities to witness the prolific bird life that nests on the Farne Islands during the breeding season from May to the end of July. The islands become alive with thousands of birds, making it one of the most exciting wildlife experiences in the UK.
Highlights include views of puffins, guillemots, shags, cormorants, kittiwakes, Arctic terns, razorbills and eider ducks, all thriving in their natural environment.
The cruise also visits the famous grey seal colony, home to an estimated 3,000 to 4,000 seals. Large numbers can be seen basking on the rocks, particularly at low tide when more of the islands are exposed.
With over a thousand seal pups born each Autumn and Winter, the colony continues to grow, making this a truly special place for wildlife lovers.
During the journey, your skipper brings history to life as you follow the route taken by Grace Darling and her father during their heroic rescue in 1838, adding a unique historical element to your trip.
What to expect on the day
- Check in at Billy Shiel’s booking office at Seahouses Harbour
- Board your vessel and cruise towards the Farne Islands
- Spot seabird colonies, puffins and seals along the route
- Enjoy engaging commentary and local insights throughout
More information before you travel
- Please check in and collect your tickets from Billy Shiel’s booking office at Seahouses Harbour (NE68 7RN) at least 30 minutes before departure. You will then receive instructions on when and where to board your vessel.
- Please follow all instructions carefully, as multiple vessels operate from the same boarding point.
- Children must remain under parental or guardian supervision at all times and must not climb on the sides of the vessel.
- All belongings are carried at your own risk. The operator cannot be held responsible for lost, stolen or damaged items.
- Safe access is provided for boarding and disembarkation, however passengers must exercise due care at all times.
What to bring
- Clothing suitable for a boat trip and changing weather conditions
- Comfortable footwear with good grip
Safety & disclaimers
- Please act responsibly on board and follow all safety procedures provided by the crew at all times.
- Safe access is provided for embarkation and disembarkation, but the operator cannot be held accountable where due caution has not been exercised.
Book Puffin Seabird Cruise with Seals tickets today & experience the Farne Islands at their most spectacular.