1.5-Hour Dolphin Spotting Boat Trip (Suncatcher)

at Dolphin Spotting Boat Trips
West Wales, New Quay Available until Sat 31 Oct

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Get tickets for an incredible Dolphin Spotting boat trip in the heart of beautiful New Quay, West Wales

Enjoy a day out on the beautiful Welsh Water with New Quay Dolphin Spotting Boat Trips, an adventure that is sure to please everyone!

What to expect on your Dolphin Spotting day out

  • The Suncatcher departs daily from the main pier of the picturesque village of New Quay.
  • Your experienced skipper and enthusiastic guide will tell you all about our marine wildlife while visiting the local dolphin hot spots.
  • Enjoy breathtaking coastal scenery and the chance to spot marine life including Atlantic Grey Seals, Harbour Porpoise and of course, some of our many resident Bottlenose Dolphins.
  • The Suncatcher will take you south along the coast not only passing Birds Rock, The Caves but to Cwmtydu and Seals Bay giving you more of the coast's protected area than the one hour trip and longer to spot dolphins.
  • The multi passenger boats are purpose built for your enjoyment of the wildlife and scenery the boat offering excellent daylight and views of the many seabirds that nest and feed from the cliffs.
  • The unique hull design makes our boats more stable in choppy seas and also extremely effective in the shallow New Quay harbour.

Embark on a Daily Adventure with The Suncatcher

To celebrate the 70th anniversary in 2025, New Quay Boat Trips have built their finest dolphin spotting boat 'Suncatcher'. Built in 2024 to modern safety standards she is 15 m long and 5 m wide and double decked. She is the product of many years of experience and the team hope you'll agree, she is everything you could want for your day on the water!

Enjoy breathtaking coastal scenery and the chance to spot marine life including Atlantic Grey Seals, Harbour Porpoise and of course, some of the many resident Bottlenose Dolphins.

The Suncatcher will take you south along the coast not only passing Birds Rock, The Caves but to Cwmtydu and Seals Bay giving you more of the coast’s protected area and longer to spot dolphins!

This multi passenger boat is purpose built for your enjoyment of the wildlife and scenery. The boat offers excellent daylight and views of the many seabirds that nest and feed from the cliffs.

The unique hull design makes this boat more stable in choppy seas and also extremely effective in the shallow New Quay harbour. So you can enjoy a thrilling yet safe adventure!

Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to spot dolphins with your friends and family! Get tickets now and have them delivered to you instantly via email and SMS!

Location

Dolphin Spotting Boat Trips

Booking Office Harbour Master's Building Main Pier,
S John Street,
West Wales,
New Quay,
Cereidigion,
SA45 9NW
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How To Find Us

By Car:

If you are traveling by car, the quickest route to New Quay is via the A487 from Aberystwyth or Cardigan. From Aberystwyth, head south on the A487 for approximately 17 miles until you reach New Quay. From Cardigan, head north on the A487 for approximately 19 miles.

By Train:

Get your train to Mason Square, this is the train station in central New Quay.

By Bus:

New Quay is easily accessible by public bus from anywhere along the Cardigan Bay coastline. Just hop on the once-hourly T5 bus, which calls at Aberystwyth, Aberaeron, New Quay, Cardigan, Fishguard and Haverfordwest.

Facilities
  • Toilets
  • Snack Bar
  • Drinks
More Info
Where is Dolphin Spotting Boat Trips located?

Trips depart from the Harbour Master's Building on the Main Pier of New Quay. 

Please note, this is New Quay in West Wales, not Newquay, Cornwall. We unfortunately cannot offer refunds for tickets booked by mistake.

Before you set sail information

Please note: These trips depart from New Quay, Wales (SA45), not Newquay in Cornwall

Wildlife sightings are never guaranteed. Dolphins are wild animals, so every trip is different. Spotting them is all part of the adventure!

Arriving for your boat trip

  • Please arrive at the end of the main pier at least 10 minutes before departure
  • During school holidays, bank holidays and peak periods, allow up to 1 hour for parking and travel to the pier
  • Popular nearby car parks: SA45 9PB and SA45 9QH
  • There's no need to visit the booking office before your trip. Head straight to your boat

Important

  • Boats cannot wait for late arrivals and missed trips may not be refundable
  • If you're running late, call 01545 560 800 or 07973 272 241 as soon as possible
  • Please make sure you know your boat name and departure time before boarding

Trip Operations

  • Trips require a minimum number of passengers to run. If this isn't met, you'll be offered an alternative sailing or a full refund
  • This is more likely during quieter months such as September and October

Accessibility

  • If anyone in your group has reduced mobility or uses a wheelchair, please contact the operator before booking to discuss accessibility and boarding arrangements
  • Please allow extra time to walk along the pier if needed
Is Dolphin Spotting Boat Trips dog-friendly?

Dogs are welcome on Dolphin Spotting Boat Trips on a few conditions:

  • Dogs which do not like people or other dogs are not welcome as they will not enjoy the experience and could spoil the trip for others.
  • Dogs must remain within your allocated space and not enter the 2m distance between your group and the next.
  • Dogs must be kept off the seats, dogs on laps are okay.
Is Dolphin Spotting Boat Trips wheelchair-accessible?

Unfortunately, Dolphin Spotting Boat Trips are unable to provide assistance for wheelchair users.

If anyone in your group has reduced mobility or uses a wheelchair, please contact the operator before booking to discuss accessibility and boarding arrangements: 01545 560 800 or 07973 272 241

Please allow extra time to walk along the pier if needed.

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