Boat Trips on the Pembrokeshire Coast
Choose from an exhilarating range of boat trips circumnavigating Pembrokeshire’s spectacular offshore islands. Boat trips present an unrivaled opportunity for marine wildlife watching: you’re likely to see Atlantic grey seals, especially in pupping season as there are large colonies on the islands; perhaps a pod of porpoises or dolphins and even whales on the further voyages; you’re sure to encounter a wealth of Atlantic sea birds such as gannets, cormorants, peregrines, choughs, razorbills, guillemots and puffins; and let’s not forget the marine world beneath the boat where you can see shimmering shoals, basking sunfish and drifting jellyfish. Incorporating capacious caves, narrow gorges, rocky coves, remote lighthouses, outer reefs and tidal races, each trip offers a unique and unforgettable passage of discovery around this magnificent offshore environment.
Meeting Point: Either St Justinians near St Davids, or Fishguard Bay ferry Port.
Check your confirmation of booking for the exact location.
Duration +
Boat trips vary from 1 hour to 2.5 hours.
Please arrive 15 – 20 minutes before departure.
Where? +
Most boat trips launch at St Justinians near St Davids. There is limited parking at St Justinians in 2 parking bays bays at the end of the road. During high season, additional field parking is available (£4 in cash). Alternatively you can park in St Davids, 2 miles away, and take the Celtic Coaster bus to St Justinians. You will need to be at the bottom of the (64!) steps at the lifeboat station ready to meet the boarding master 15 minutes before departure.
The Fishguard Bay to Strumble Head trip departs from Fishguard Bay ferry port. On arrival at the roundabout at the ferry port, take the signposted exit for the ferry port, then take the junction immediately left, sign posted freight and foot passengers. Follow this road to the end, where you will find parking located behind the two large workshops to the right of the road. A map of the port will be included on your ticket/ confirmation of booking. You will need to arrive 20 minutes before departure.
Age Restrictions +
Age restrictions for children do apply to some trips, please check before you book.
Trips which allow infants include the Ramsey Island voyage, the Ramsey Island extended voyage, and the Fishguard to Strumble head voyage.
What to wear / bring +
Please bring plenty of warm layers as it is always significantly colder at sea. A wind/ waterproof jacket is essential. You may want to bring a hat. Sunglasses can be helpful for better visibility on bright days. Be aware that if you’re not appropriately dressed, you may not be allowed on the boat.
You should bring a bottle of water. You may like to bring a hot flask on a longer trip.
You are welcome to bring binoculars and/or a camera.
