Wildlife Boat Trips

We offer a fantastic range of boat trips around the islands in the Firth of Forth, including the incredible Bass Rock gannet colony (featured in BBC1's Wild Isles). Trips run from late March to early October. Look out for different seabirds and marine wildlife throughout the spring and summer season. Boat trips for can be booked online through the links below or call us on 01620 890 202. Please note that WATERPROOFS ARE NOT PROVIDED for any of our trips, even on a warm sunny day it can be cold out on the water, please bring your own waterproofs and make sure you have warm clothing for your trip. Our 2025 boat trip dates for the Catamaran, RIB, and Bass Rock Experience are now live!

Isle of May Round Island Trip

Departing from North Berwick Harbour, this exhilarating wildlife boat trip will take you around the Isle of May, Craigleith and out to the iconic Bass Rock. Please make sure you wear, warm water proof clothes, even on sunny days, it can be cold out on the water. Please note our RIBs (rigid inflatable boats) are unsuitable for anyone with back and or neck problems or who is pregnant. WATERPROOFS ARE NOT PROVIDED please bring your own waterproofs for the trip. All children 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult on these trips. Not suitable for children under 7.

Adult: £45 Children (7 to 16): £40 Duration: Around 2 hours
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Private boat charters

Our RIBs (rigid inflatable boats) and Catamaran are available for your exclusive use. If you have a special occasion, work outing or organised nature tour planned, our boats can make your day even more memorable.

Duration: 1:30
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Marine Fest - Puffin Express

Marine Fest Exclusive Trip (23 & 24 May only)

On board our custom-built, 55-seat catamaran, enjoy a 30-minute cruise around the island of Craigleith to learn more about the amazing seabird species breeding on the island, including almost 10, 000 puffins!. Please note all children 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult on these trips.

Adult: £15 Children (4 to 16): £8 Age 3 & under: Free Duration: 30 Minutes
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EXPLORE SCOTLANDS SEAS WITH US
Visit our Discovery Experience and explore the diverse marine life Scotland's seas support, from our incredible deep sea corals and kelp forests to playful marine mammals and giant seabird cities.
Book here

Avian Flu
East Lothian Council is working with partner agencies following reports of dead gannets in coastal areas of the county and elsewhere. This website has a Q and A for any questions you may have related to this issue.
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Boat Trip Terms and Conditions

The terms and conditions for all our boat trips are available to view HERE.

If you have any queries about any of the trips please don't hesitate to get in touch with us on boats@seabird.org

Gannets diving off the Bass Rock
© James Glossop

Three Islands Seabird Seafari
© Helen Pugh