We've been running seal snorkelling trips from St Martin's for over twenty years.  Being in the water with seals and seeing these magnificant creatures swimming effortlessly and gracefully around you is a fabulous wildlife experience. 
What happens?
We will meet you on St Martin's at our shed which is opposite Higher Town quay. Once you've changed into a wetsuit, it's a short boat trip out to the Eastern Isles to where the seals live. After a quick briefing its time to go into the water. Our top tip is to keep looking behind you.  Seals love to sneak up behind snorkellers and often nibble at their fins.  
Not snorkelled before?
Due to Covid we do ask that you have snorkelled before and also that you are confident to swim in open water.  We'll give you advice and guidance on how to snorkel before you get in the water, but there won't be an instructor in the water to assist you.  You will be in a wetsuit so it's impossible for you to sink! 
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What to bring?
We will provide wetsuits, masks fins and snorkels. All you need to bring is a swimming costume and a towel.  

The trips last about three hours. If you're coming out with us in the morning remember snorkelling makes you really hungry!  There are plenty of great places to eat and drink on St Martin's or alternatively, you could bring a packed lunch and explore our beautiful island at your leisure.  
Getting there 
If you're not staying on St Martin's you will come over for your seal trip on a scheduled tripper boat. If you are on the morning session there is an 08:45 tripper boat from St Mary's that will get you to St Martin's in time for the 09:15 start.  If you're landed at Lower Town there will be a 30 minute walk up to Higher Town, we will wait for you to arrive.

What else can I do on St Martin's? 
St Martin's is a wonderful island.  You can get a coffee or lunch from Polreath Tea Rooms, Little Arthur Cafe or The Island Bakery, all in Higher Town.  The Sevenstones Inn is in LowerTown, a 25 min stroll from us. There are beautiful beaches, lovely walks and stunning scenery to enjoy.  Why not pop into North Farm Gallery, Scilly Flowers by post, the Vineyard or Fay Page's fabulous open studio and treat yourself to a memento of your visit to St Martins. You can find out more information about St Martins from https://friendly-guides.uk/ For information about getting to Scilly click here.