RSPB Diving Gannets Seabird Cruises 2025

With an enormous 6-foot wingspan, the UK's largest seabird - the Gannet - is a sight to behold, but to watch diving Gannets is a spectacular experience.

This three-hour cruise first sails to the cliffs, where Gannets can be seen with their fluffy chicks on their nests. We then head out to sea to marvel at Gannets diving around the boat for hand-thrown mackerel. These graceful giants dive spear-like into the water at up to 60 miles an hour. It's an amazing experience you should not miss!

It may still be possible to see Puffins at sea during these cruises, as well as Skuas and other migrating seabirds.

RSPB volunteers are on board and the running commentary gives a unique insight into the seabird spectacle.

The beautiful Yorkshire Belle is the last of the great pleasure cruisers.  She has indoor and outdoor seating, toilet facilities, and drinks and snacks are available from the bar.

Our last sailing on 20 August will also include throwing chum overboard to attract migrant (and other) seabirds to fly in close to the boat.

Suitable for adults and families and, to make your experience more exclusive and comfortable, we will be sailing with fewer passengers on board than pre-Covid.

Dates Available: 2, 6, 17, 20 August

Early booking is essential as these cruises do sell out very quickly.