Isle of May photographic trips – NEW FOR 2012!!

Imagine puffins parading outside burrows or whirring overhead; cliffs and stacks alive with guillemots, razorbills, kittiwakes, fulmars and shags; on the ground nesting eiders incubating their clutch – experience it all on an Isle of May photography trip.

An internationally renowned seabird island, the largest east coast puffin colony in Britain, the Isle of May is a National Nature Reserve, owned and managed by Scottish Natural Heritage.

The Isle of May is home to the oldest Scottish bird observatory and for over 30 years the island has been an important seabird research station. 

The island is a photographer’s dream and in 2012 we are launching special trips to the island specifically for amateur and professional photographers alike. The group will be led by an expert guide at all times to ensure the wildlife is undisturbed. 

Travel to the island via one of our high speed RIBs and en-route circumnavigate the world-famous Bass Rock where over 150,000 gannets provide an awesome spectacle.

For more information on the Isle of May, and the different wildlife to see throughout the seasons, visit their blog

The facts!

·         Trips run from 11 April to September

·         The minimum age is 18

·         Prices: Adult £45 (10% discount for members)

·         Trips must be booked in advance and are limited to max 12 people

·         Departure is from North Berwick Harbour – it takes around 30 to 45 minutes to travel to the island, with three hours on-shore

·         Trips will be outwith general public visiting times to allowing an undisturbed visit

·         Please note this trip is not suitable for anyone who is pregnant or back ailments

How to book

Prior to booking: It is important that you read the relevant important information (please click on the terms and conditions below). If you have any doubts regarding your suitability for a trip, please contact us on +44 (0)1620 890202.

To book: We accept bookings online, by telephone and in person at the Scottish Seabird Centre. Please contact us with your reservation and payment details and this will enable us to confirm your booking. Full payment is taken at the time of booking. Payment can be made by Visa, MasterCard, Delta, Switch or cheque. If you prefer to pay by bank transfer, you will incur an additional payment fee of £7.

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