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Bishops Boats Seal Trips
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#1 of 7 things to do in Blakeney
Outdoor Activities, Tours, Boat Tours & Water Sports
Blakeney NR25 7NE, England
Open today: 08:00 - 17:00
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“See the Seals ”

Boat trip left from Morston Quay because of the tide at Blakeney, it was well run and organised and... read more

Reviewed 7 September 2023
johnhp702
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Derby, United Kingdom
“Seal Watching”

Excellent experience. Really informative commentary from the skipper on not only wildlife but the... read more

Reviewed 25 August 2023
jon G
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Reviewed 4 September 2020
Lots of seals

We had the choice of several boat trips, really glad we chose this company. They were really good right from booking to the trip itself. Boat crew were friendly and knowledgable. A good hour long trip, well worth the money. Would definitely recommend.

Date of experience: September 2020
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bishopsboats, Owner at Bishops Boats Seal Trips, responded to this reviewResponded 5 September 2020

Thanks for the great review and Im glad the whole process was good too.

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Reviewed 30 August 2020
Great close up seal experience

Thoroughly enjoyed this trip which we took a couple of weeks ago (my partner, myself and our two youngest – aged 17 and 11). It cost £13 each for an hour and was well worth it. The boats are not running at full capacity – in order to try and maintain distancing on board and you are required to wear a mask (although one family on board – a mother, father and child didn’t). The crew are really knowledgeable, giving commentary along the way and also answering questions. We got really close to loads of seals (both basking on land and splashing around our boat) We all really loved it. TIPS: – you MUST book in advance (and they get booked up quickly – so give them a call) – it was fairly muddy on the walk to the boat so don’t wear good shoes! – if you have a good camera bring it (my mobile phone could not zoom in far enough to get decent shots).

Date of experience: August 2020
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GrandTour31341911029, Owner at Bishops Boats Seal Trips, responded to this reviewResponded 1 September 2020

Thanks for great review, sorry about the mud, sometimes its the tide covering the path, sometimes its just rain.

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Reviewed 24 August 2020
Lovely experience to see the Seals!

Lovely afternoon sail out to see the seals. Our boat was evenly spaced out which was great during Covid times. The crew were fantastic with their knowledge and we got to do 3-4 loops of seeing the seals. Would definitely recommend and you need to book in advance as can be very popular.

Date of experience: August 2020
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bishopsboats, Owner at Bishops Boats Seal Trips, responded to this reviewResponded 25 August 2020

Thanks for a great review. And yes, spacing is because of Covid -19 which is why as you suggest, please book in advance because of limited capaicty.

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Reviewed 23 August 2020 via mobile
Amazing Seal viewing

The boat ride goes from Morston Quay and I bought our tickets from Blakeney at the Quay. Booking essential in the summer months as it fills up quickly and can book several days ahead.
We decided to walk along the National Trust North Norfolk path between Blakeney and Moorston Quay. It was easy walking and took about half an hour. It was a good way of acclimatising to the surroundings.
We had a sunny morning so it was a pleasure to be out on the water. It was a little choppy and we were advised to not sit right at the front of the boat but decided to anyway. Got a bit splashed about two or three times but it was part of the fun.
It’s an open boat so check the weather and bring a waterproof just in case.
The crew of two take you right out to the end of Blakeney Point and within about ten metres of the seals. They were on the sandbank and also bobbing about near the boats.
The guide was helpful and explained the numbers and the species, and answered questions.
It was £13 per person (cash) and well worth it.

Date of experience: August 2020
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bishopsboats, Owner at Bishops Boats Seal Trips, responded to this reviewResponded 25 August 2020

Thanks for realy nice and detailed review. Hope to see you again soon.

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Reviewed 22 August 2020
Friendly and helpful , slick operation

the classic seal watching trip to Blakeney point. I was brought up in Norfolk and hadnt done this trip for about 40 years . The process is much more commericalised ( obviously) . Bishops are good , their boats open and roomy ( although probably less people allowed due to covid ) . you have to collect tickets from blakeney quay but our trip went from Morston , this may be tide dependant. ITs an hour round trip , good for kids to do as not to long, there was even a dog on our boat enjoying the outing !

Date of experience: August 2020
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bishopsboats, Owner at Bishops Boats Seal Trips, responded to this reviewResponded 23 August 2020

Thanks for a great review, yes we allow dogs (no charge) Lots of room as we are only doing 50% occupancy to comply with covid distancing rules. Hope to you again soon

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