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Skomer Island

Wales
5.0 of 5 stars 14 Reviews
Type: Islands
Activities: Birdwatching, Viewing wildlife
Useful Information: Activities for older children, Stairs / lift
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Zagreb, Croatia
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012
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If you find yourself in this part of the world a visit to Skomer Island is an absolute must. It will make your life richer and you will never forget the day. To get to the island you have to take the boat from Martin's Haven. Before you go on the boat you have to get the landing ticket from... More

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Weston-super-MAre
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2012
2
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We visited Skomer a couple of years ago and were keen to go back again. This time we arrived at Martins Haven to be told that the boat had developed a technical problem and could not operate. However, another boat was brought into service and although we had to wait a further 2 hours we finally made it to Skomer... More

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South Wales
2 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2012
2
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Myself and a good friend visited Skomer Island for 2 nights arriving on Saturday 7th April.A great experience to start our trip was the boat ride.not fun for all I might add.The time on the island was spent in awe of the peace and wonderful scenery and not lest the amazing bird watching.We both said we will go for 4... More

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Pembrokeshire
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2012
3
people found this review helpful

Skomer is a bird reserve. There is no coffee shop, ice cream stall or any other like facility. It is NOT a theme park. ALL the birds are special. Expect to see carcasses of birds that are predates by Gulls, it is nature so don't get upset. Friendly and knowledgeable staff and volunteers, moderate to easy terrain but be aware... More

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Nuneaton, England, United Kingdom
1 review
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 October 2011
8
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We visited the Island in June mainly to get some pictures of Puffins and we were not disappointed! The Island truly is amazing, the boat trip across was great and you have fantastic views of the surrounding coastline however, once of the boat, do not expect to take a gentle stroll up the steps to the top. We were literally... More

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Laugharne, Wales
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 August 2011
3
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We went early August, but by then most of the puffins had left. We did review the website, and although it was towards the end of the season, we thought we would go (we had danish guests, one of whom was a keen bird spotter) I suggest that they get one of the wardens or onsite guys to write a... More

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Pontypridd
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97 reviews 97 reviews
Reviews in 31 cities Reviews in 31 cities
63 helpful votes 63 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 July 2011
5
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You must at least once in your life go to the island of Skomer it is fantastic. Try to go May to August to get the best of the flowers and birds. The seascapes are breathaking! A must not miss experience! More

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Colchester
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 July 2011
19
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When I first expressed an interest in going to Skomer, I found out alot of folk I knew had already been. The scary stories of steep climbs and huge queues were a bit off putting. This is just my account of my day on Skomer island Sunday 10th July 2011. I stayed in Cwmdare which is two hours from Skomer.... More

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Flagler Beach, Florida
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111 reviews 111 reviews
Reviews in 35 cities Reviews in 35 cities
53 helpful votes 53 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 July 2011
4
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Great place to photograph Puffins nesting (in June and July only). Good hiking and beautiful coastal views! Be aware. . . very little in the way of facilities and creature comforts though. Essentially no trees and little shade or shelter in bad weather. Bring your own food and water. A true "roughing it" experience. More

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Singapore, Singapore
2 reviews
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 June 2011
5
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The wildlife is amazing! It is certainly worth the visit. I have never seen anything like this in any other country before. Skomer Island is most famous for its colonies of nesting seabirds, seals can be spotted as well. Wick Valley is especially good, you can see nesting wild puffins very closely. Do pick up the informative book on Skomer... More

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