The                                    Boat

We operate a

modern Rigid Hulled Inflatable Boat.

The Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) and the Oil Industry use similar vessels. Our boat has been

purpose built and specifically adapted for marine eco tours.

The vessel has twin engines and operates to the new Maritime and Coastguard Agencies ‘Harmonised’ Code of practice. She is fitted with

full safety equipment

including life raft , flares, VHF radio and electronic navigation system
The boat

seats 12 passengers

and the front seats have been specially adapted to accommodate parent and child.

We supply every passenger with waterproof clothing.
In the interest of your personal safety, we insist you wear your lifejacket at all times. Our vessel always operates with a skipper and a naturalist/crew member. We have a

dedicated, fully staffed shore base;

our boat keeps in regular contact.

FAQ

We get asked many questions. Below are a few comments you may find useful. .

Our guidance includes:

We are happy to carry anyone who is 4 and over at any time we consider it safe to operate.

Under 4’s, are carried at the skipper’s discretion

depending on weather and sea conditions. Persons with disabilities must have

independent sitting balance.

We are happy to assist with boarding. All our skippers and crew are fully

qualified to MCA (Maritime Coastguard Agency )

standard and hold First Aid qualifications. They are more than happy to offer advice. Persons who suffer from chronic back complaints or who are pregnant are advised that these trips may be unsuitable in certain sea conditions.

We request you inform us of any potential problems at the time of booking.

PERSONAL CLOTHING

Lifejackets are to be worn at all times whilst at sea. We supply a full set of quality waterproof clothes. You will need to bring plenty of warm clothes to wear under the waterproofs.

It is always colder at sea than you think

don’t be afraid to add an extra layer. You may require hats, gloves, sunglasses and sun cream all on the same trip. Bring plenty, our crew are happy to advise.

Please wear sensible footwear for our boat trips,

Trainers, wellies and boots are fine.

No high heals please.

EQUIPMENT

Bring cameras, binoculars, sweets, water etc. We suggest you wrap them in a polythene bag then put them in your pocket or bring a small rucksack to hang on the back of a seat. We do have a limited number of binoculars, free to use.

Please note all equipment is carried at your own risk.

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