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Sea Life Surveys Whalewatch

Taigh Solais | Ledaig, Tobermory PA756NR, Scotland
01688302916
Ranked #3 of 4 tours in Tobermory
4.5 of 5 stars 21 Reviews
Type: Boat Tours
Owner description: Sea Life Surveys, established over 25 years ago in 1982, was the first and is now the most experienced whale watching, porpoise, shark and dolphin...... more » Owner description: Sea Life Surveys, established over 25 years ago in 1982, was the first and is now the most experienced whale watching, porpoise, shark and dolphin watching, marine survey, and education programme in the UK. Establishing the Hebridean Whale and Dolphin Trust in 1992, Sea Life Surveys is still actively conducting a research programme focused on the Minke whale and contributing directly to marine conservation. « less
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travel876543
Scotland
Senior Reviewer
10 reviews
6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 November 2011
3
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Such a fantastic day. Sea Life Surveys were amazing, knowledgeable hosts. So exciting to see Minke Whale and Basking Sharks. plus a huge selection of sea birds. A fantastic day, with lunch on the Treshnish Isles (via boa!) Would happily recommend and re-visit! More

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heatherthistle
Benalla, Australia
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4 reviews
2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 October 2011
2
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despite the weather being a bit rough so we couldnt go too far out, we enjoyed our sometimes bumpy ride. Kids were a bit queasy, but the experience was great. We saw seals, birdlife and porpoises. Staff were great and informative. More

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Libby666
Sheffield
2 reviews
3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 October 2011
3
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We have just been on our fifth trip with Sea Life Surveys,and had a wonderful trip once again.All of our trips have been different,we have been lucky enough to see Minkie whales,porpoises,sun fish, Basking sharks,Eagles,Puffins and many other birds and not forgetting the seals.We spend seven hours out a sea.The guides have all been wonderful and friendly and go out... More

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zula55
Scotland
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7 reviews
9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 September 2011
3
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I've wanted to whale watch for a while. I can't fault the crew and staff who were friendly, upbeat and helpful from booking through to the end of the trip. I'd recommend this company and trip to anyone who loves nature and wants to connect to wildlife. More

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Luce2302
Newcastle-upon-Tyne, United Kingdom
1 review
3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 September 2011
3
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I enjoyed every minute of my trip with Sea Life Surveys in September 2011. I went on the 4 hour trip which was the perfect length of time to feel like it was a proper day out, have lunch at sea and to see plenty of the wildlife. The head guide Ruth was extremely knowledgeable about what we were seeing... More

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SpikeFreeway
Goole, United Kingdom
1 review
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 August 2011
2
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we went out with Sea Life surveys for the short 2 hour Ecocruise. Last year we did the same and saw sea eagles feeding and basking sharks. This year we didn't see these but we did see seals and various sea birds. The guides were very informative on both trips, taking time to answer questions that they must have answered... More

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glasgowfoodlover21
Glasgow, United Kingdom
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23 reviews
16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 August 2011
2
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We had amazingly close sightings of a minke whale circling the boat checking us out! We could even see the white of the whales fins under the water as it was so close! The crew are brilliant and you can tell they really are enthusiastic about what they do. The crew and skipper all had good knowledge of the local... More

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David M
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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3 reviews
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 August 2011
2
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I went on the seven hour whale watch in August 2011. The crew are extremely knowledgeable, friendly and inclusive and their ability to spot wildlife at considerable distances is truly impressive. We saw minke whales, a basking shark, grey and common seals, harbour porpoises, skuas, shearwaters, fulmars, gannets and lots more. The brief stop for lunch on the island of... More

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Valerie590
Liverpool, United Kingdom
1 review
3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 August 2011
3
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We went out on the seven hour whalewatch explorer on Thursday 18th August. We saw Seals, porpoise,Minke whales and basking shark. Loads of different birds, shag, different types of gulls and a puffin! which I did not expect to see. The crew were all brilliant, their knowledge of the wildlife really helped to make the trip even more enjoyable. Ewan... More

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Celia R
Newport, United Kingdom
1 review
2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 August 2011
2
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Went on an all day whale watching trip with Sea Life Surveys and Gordan Buchanon. Despite poor weather and lack of whale sightings, the guides helped us make the most of the day pointing out all wildlife around. Will definetly go again - but will maybe pick a calm day :) More

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