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Puffin Island wildlife cruises24 May to 21 July 2009     
Our home here on Puffin Island is a truly amazing place.
It's a protected seabird colony, where you can experience the sights and sounds of thousands of guillemots and razorbills nesting on the cliffs, and watch Sandwich terns diving for fish and eider ducks and cormorants feeding and squabbling for space.
There's no better way to do this than on a wildlife cruise aboard the catamaran Cerismar Two.
However, it's not just birds that make these waters their home - grey seals are often seen on the far side of the island, and there are also occasional sightings of bottlenose dolphins and harbour porpoises.
Our friends from RSPB Cymru will be on board to point out wildlife to you, tell you a little bit about the history of the area and answer any questions. An information stand on the pier has further information, advice and details about other events and activities in the area.
These cruises are extremely popular and can fill up early, to avoid disappointment advance booking is essential. Tickets cost £9.50 for adults, and £7.50 for children, concessions and RSPB members. When can you see us?Cruises run on 24 May, 6 June, 21 June, 12 July and 21 July, leaving Beaumaris Pier at 11.30 am, 1.15 pm and 3 pm. There's an extra cruise at 6 pm on 21 June to celebrate the longest day. Each cruise lasts 1.5 hours.
What's at the site?Unfortunately, there is no wheelchair access onto the boat.
There are 10 pairs of binoculars available for you to use. Refreshment facilities and toilets can be found in Beaumaris town centre, 200 m from the pier.
How to find usBy train/bus
The nearest railway station is Bangor. Bus numbers 53 and 57, operated by Arriva Cymru, run regularly to Beaumaris from here. For further details and bus times, call Traveline Cymru: 0870 6082 608.
By road
Take the A55 expressway westbound onto the Isle of Anglesey. Take first exit on left soon after crossing the Britannia Bridge signposted for Llanfair PG. Get in the right hand lane and turn right at the T-junction signposted for Menai Bridge. Continue on this road (A5) to a roundabout. Take the second exit signed Menai Bridge Town Centre. Continue into the town and turn left at the T-junction on to the A545 heading east to Beaumaris. Stay on this road for approximately 3 miles to reach Beaumaris. The Cerismar Two kiosk is situated by the pier. There's plenty of parking within 500 m of the pier. What should I bring?We suggest you warm clothing as once we're out on the water, it can get chilly. Bring a waterproof coat to avoid any sea spray. Still got some questions?Telephone: RSPB Wales Headquarters on 029 2035 3008 Why not make a day of it?Since you're in the area, you might also like to visit: This date is brought to you in partnership with Cerismar Two.
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