Firth of Forth seabird cruises

11 May to 5 July

Set sail on the MV 'Maid of the Forth' for a unique and spectacular seabird cruise around the scenic islands of the inner Forth.

Be delighted by puffins, gannets, guillemots, kittiwakes, fulmars and terns, and there's also a chance of seeing peregrine falcons, red-throated divers, skuas, the rare roseate tern and possibly dolphins.

All cruises have full commentary, and friendly staff and volunteers will be on hand to answer your questions and make sure you see plenty of birdlife.

These cruises are extremely popular and can fill up early. To avoid disappointment advance booking is essential. Price for all cruises: adults £12, children £6, family tickets (two adults and two children) are available at £30.

Opening times

Cruises last for three hours.

Facilities

There are a few pairs of binoculars available for you to use. A small bar on board will be selling hot and cold drinks and basic snacks. There are toilets on board the Maid of the Forth, and indoor and outdoor seating.

How to get there

Cruises depart from Hawes Pier, South Queensferry, Edinburgh. Hawes Pier is directly opposite the famous Hawes Inn (featured in Robert Louis Stevenson's 'Kidnapped') in South Queensferry to the west of Edinburgh in the shadow of the Forth Bridge.

What should I bring?

Binoculars (if you have them) and warm/wet weather gear - even in the summer!

Enquiries

Telephone: Jo Whitehead on 0131 311 6500

Why not make a day of it?

Nearby attractions that you may also like to visit:

• Deep Sea World
• Hopetoun House
• Maid of the Forth