Seabird Catamaran Cruise
Adult: £28, Children (4 to 16): £12, Concession (60+): £27, Age 3 & under: Free
New Fundraising Appeal
Scottish Seabird colonies are being impacted by an outbreak of a highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). To assess the scale of the impact of this disease on the Bass Rock Northern gannet colony we urgently need to raise additional funds to support survey work, including drone flights and image assessments, over the island this summer and to monitor the recovery in future years. If you are able to, we would be grateful for donations from people who are visiting the colony to support this essential surveillance activity. Any additional funds raised will support our conservation and education activities.
Catamaran trip around the Bass Rock and the island of Craigleith
On board our custom-built, 55 seat catamaran, enjoy an hour-long cruise around the island of Craigleith and the Bass Rock, the world's largest colony of Northern gannets and BBC Countryfile Magazine's Nature Reserve of the Year 2014/15 & 2015/16.
These seabird cruises leave North Berwick Harbour and head out to the Firth of Forth where you can enjoy seeing a range of amazing wildlife in its natural habitat.
Look out for different wildlife throughout the seasons - click HERE for the wildlife calendar with details of what you may see during your boat trip.You might also be lucky enough to see seals and even dolphins.
Bookings should be made in advance wherever possible.
For all boat trip terms and conditions, click HERE.
The facts:
- Trips run Easter to Autumn, subject to weather and sea conditions
- Suitable for all ages
- 10% discount for members of the Seabird Centre
- For groups of 15+ people there is a discount of 10% (must have a min of 1 adult per 5 children).
Key things to note
- Our boat trips are led by experienced guides
- We are members of Wild Scotland and WiSE and follow the wildlife watching codes
- Full payment is taken at the time of booking. Payment can be made by Visa, MasterCard, Delta or Switch
- Please present your confirmation on arrival - please arrive 20 minutes prior to your departure
- Binoculars are available to hire
We are pleased to provide our members with a 10% discount on boat trips - this is applicable to the named member(s), who must also be the passenger(s). Full ticket price will be applicable at the time of booking - when you collect your tickets from the Boat Trip Booking Office you will get your refund on presentation of a valid membership card. Alternatively, you can get the discount at the time of booking at the Boat Trip Booking Office.
Terms and conditions
Please refer to the T&Cs for your trip – when you book, you will be asked to confirm that you have read these.
If you are unable to book online, bookings can be made over the phone. A £3 charge applies.
For safety reasons, some of our boat trips have age and fitness level restrictions, so please check that you will be able to travel.
Safety is our priority and all boat trips are subject to weather, sea conditions and demand (minimum passenger numbers apply). Weather and sea conditions can change quickly and occasional cancellations at short-notice may be required. Trips are not guaranteed but full refunds or alternative dates and times are offered in the event of cancellation for the reasons above.
We recommend advance booking: if your trip has to be cancelled or delayed we will try to contact you as soon as possible. Please provide a mobile number, at the time of booking, so we can contact you if required. The Scottish Seabird Centre and its partners cannot be held responsible for any of your costs resulting from cancellation, amendment or delay of your trip.
