In Our Nature
In Our Nature
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With 30 years experience working as a Ranger, 15 or which were on the Berwickshire Coast, there is no one better placed to tell you all you need to know about the wildlife of the Berwickshire Coast both above and below the waves. I have teamed up with local skipper, Billy, who has 40+ year's experience, to run my Wildlife Cruises. His boat is perfect for the job: plenty of deck space means you always get a good view; seating for all; even a marine toilet.
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Eyemouth, Scotland
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Why book with In Our Nature
- In over 30 years as a Ranger, 15 of which were on the Berwickshire Coast, I have knowledge of marine and coastal wildlife that is second to none. And I love to share it!
- English
- Professional tour guide
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jan g
Dunbar, UK8 contributions
Jun 2021
What an excellent cruise to St Abbs Head led by Liza, a very knowledgeable, fun and enthusiastic guide. Liza could be heard easily by using a microphone. The boat was large enough not to feel sea sick (I'm not a good sailor!) and had an on-board toilet. The skipper was very obliging, turning the boat round for us to look at certain birds. We got very close views of birds on the sea, flying around us and sitting on nests on the cliffs. Liza gave us a lot of information, not only about the birds, but also about the towns and villages which we sailed past. She comprehensively answered all our questions. I would recommend this cruise as it's a very different experience seeing all the birds from the sea rather than from the cliff tops on a walk (although the walking tours on the cliff tops (which Liza leads) are well worth doing for a different perspective).
Written 14 June 2021
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Thanks for such a comprehensive review - I'm sure future cruisers will find it really helpful. Yes, the good ship Oceanic rides the sea very nicely doesn't she, helped by great handling by the skipper of course!
Written 16 June 2021
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chrisandmac
UK48 contributions
Jun 2021 • Couples
Liza kept a group of varying ages from young children to seniors engrossed on our sea trip around St Abbs Head. She is very knowledgeable but also knows how to engage with people and put over information in an entertaining way. Her little PA system was ideal so we could hear easily over the boat noise and the skipper gave us close up views of the cliffs covered in nesting birds. The charming seal was a bonus!
The boat deck is spacious enough for comfortable social distancing and there is a loo!
Parking is very easy ( unlike some other ports) and the boat is wheelchair accessible.
Strongly recommended.
The boat deck is spacious enough for comfortable social distancing and there is a loo!
Parking is very easy ( unlike some other ports) and the boat is wheelchair accessible.
Strongly recommended.
Written 14 June 2021
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Thanks for the great feedback!
Written 16 June 2021
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Beech6
Dunbar, UK6 contributions
Jun 2021 • Friends
This was a fantastic way to see the beautiful coastline to hear about the nature with some interesting local
History thrown in. Lisa’s commentary was superb and she is extremely knowledgeable about the wildlife and great at spotting things that many would otherwise miss.
We were lucky and saw an array of birds with the highlights being a Guillemot chick that had just jumped the nest called a “jumping” and a coupe of harbour porpoises.
I would highly recommend a trip with this company. I have been on a few other tours and think I know a reasonable amount about bird life but I learned loads on this trip.
History thrown in. Lisa’s commentary was superb and she is extremely knowledgeable about the wildlife and great at spotting things that many would otherwise miss.
We were lucky and saw an array of birds with the highlights being a Guillemot chick that had just jumped the nest called a “jumping” and a coupe of harbour porpoises.
I would highly recommend a trip with this company. I have been on a few other tours and think I know a reasonable amount about bird life but I learned loads on this trip.
Written 18 July 2021
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Wow! That's praise indeed! I'm so glad you enjoyed the cruise. And weren't we lucky with the weather too?! Liza.
Written 18 July 2021
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Jennifer M
1 contribution
Apr 2021 • Family
I would love to do a tour with Liza in person but due to restrictions zoom was the best option.
Liza has incredible knowledge of all things coastal; plants, geology, birds, mammals - she was able to give detailed information and answer any question. She also presents the information in a captivating way, it’s not just a list of statistics, (I particularly like the impressions). My 15 year old daughter was also watching and enjoyed the presentations too. It’s clearly a life long passion of Liza’s and I hope to attend a tour on location one day soon.
Liza has incredible knowledge of all things coastal; plants, geology, birds, mammals - she was able to give detailed information and answer any question. She also presents the information in a captivating way, it’s not just a list of statistics, (I particularly like the impressions). My 15 year old daughter was also watching and enjoyed the presentations too. It’s clearly a life long passion of Liza’s and I hope to attend a tour on location one day soon.
Written 9 June 2021
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Thank you so much - so glad your daughter enjoyed it too! Funnily enough, I have often been complimented on my impressions! Liza.
Written 11 June 2021
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Mralfred
Leeds, UK17 contributions
May 2021
I went on the boat trip to St Abbs. The first one was cancelled due to the sea conditions but we were given good notice of spaces in the next few days and were rewarded with beautiful weather. The skipper put us in a good position to see the gannets and we even had a glimpse of dolphins.
Liza is very knowlegable and enthusiastic.
Very good covid precautions.
Liza is very knowlegable and enthusiastic.
Very good covid precautions.
Written 9 June 2021
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Thank you for your detailed review! Liza.
Written 11 June 2021
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Ali M
5 contributions
Jun 2022
We were blessed with good weather for the teatime trip to St. Abbs, the conditions were ideal. A seal followed us out of the harbour and we saw a porpoise diving (we knew it was a porpoise and not a dolphin because Liza explained how to spot the difference).
Derek the skipper was welcoming and friendly and was great at pointing out things if we were all looking the other way (like the guillemot jumpling that suddenly appeared).
Liza is an absolutely brilliant guide. Her love of nature and enthusiasm for her job is wonderful and her knowledge is incredible. She kept us informed and entertained throughout the trip, I learned so much about the wildlife, the area and the geology.
I highly recommend the trip, it is great value for money and I will most definitely return.
Derek the skipper was welcoming and friendly and was great at pointing out things if we were all looking the other way (like the guillemot jumpling that suddenly appeared).
Liza is an absolutely brilliant guide. Her love of nature and enthusiasm for her job is wonderful and her knowledge is incredible. She kept us informed and entertained throughout the trip, I learned so much about the wildlife, the area and the geology.
I highly recommend the trip, it is great value for money and I will most definitely return.
Written 20 June 2022
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Derek and I make a great team, hey? So glad you enjoyed the trip, and thanks for taking the time to write a review. Liza.
Written 28 June 2022
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John Lindsay
Renfrew, UK7 contributions
Jun 2022 • Couples
This trip easily exceeded our expectations. Liza was extremely knowledgeable and explained in great detail everything we were seeing. The views of the Cliffs and the Seabirds was breathtaking.
We were also very fortunate that it was a lovely sunny evening
We were also very fortunate that it was a lovely sunny evening
Written 16 June 2022
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Thank you for such a glowing review, John. I'm so glad it exceeded your expectations! Liza.
Written 19 June 2022
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SallyW
Shefford, UK13 contributions
May 2021
Thank you Liza for an excellent boat trip around St Abbs Head. The bird life was spectacular covering the rocks so much to look at, never seen anything like it. You were so knowledgeable and friendly. The family all really enjoyed it! Easy to book online.
Written 10 June 2021
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So glad you enjoyed it - St Abb's Head from the sea is quite a spectacle isn't it? Liza.
Written 11 June 2021
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Annie M
Glasgow54 contributions
Jun 2021 • Friends
A must during the seabird breeding season.
Amazing boat trip from Eyemouth harbour to the cliffs at St Abbs Head guided by the knowledgeable, witty, friendly Lisa Coles who was previously warden at the National Trust Reserve there. Informative both about local history and the local wildlife. Skipper Derek was responsive and careful when we were joined by a playful group of dolphins.
A never to be forgotten trip.
Amazing boat trip from Eyemouth harbour to the cliffs at St Abbs Head guided by the knowledgeable, witty, friendly Lisa Coles who was previously warden at the National Trust Reserve there. Informative both about local history and the local wildlife. Skipper Derek was responsive and careful when we were joined by a playful group of dolphins.
A never to be forgotten trip.
Written 14 June 2021
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Thanks Annie! Me and Derek make a good team hey?
Written 16 June 2021
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Angela
15 contributions
Jun 2022 • Friends
The cruse to St Abbs Head was fabulous. Liza is so knowledgable and passionate about wildlife and the birds around the East Coast area and is a natural communicator with a great sense of humour.This is my second trip and it was a beautiful evening. The skipper of the boat takes you close enough to the cliffs where the birds are nestled in order to get some wonderful photographs. I will definitely return for a third trip.
Written 19 June 2022
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Thank you so much for taking the time to write a lovely review, Angela. Its lovely to have return customers - its shows we are getting it right! I look forward to welcoming you aboard again soon. Liza.
Written 19 June 2022
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