A wildlife-watching boat tour departing from Penzance Harbour aboard the sailing catamaran Shearwater II. Marine Discovery runs guided trips around Mount’s Bay and the far south-west Cornish coast, looking for dolphins, seals, porpoises, seabirds and whales while explaining the local marine environment.
Marine Discovery runs wildlife-watching sailing trips from Penzance Harbour aboard the catamaran Shearwater II. Its programme ranges from a two-hour Bay Discovery aimed at families to longer trips for people who want more time on the water off West Cornwall. The operator focuses on the coastline and wildlife of Mount’s Bay and the far south-west, making it a distinctive alternative to a land-based sightseeing day.
The appeal is the combination of sailing and interpretation rather than a promise of a particular sighting. The company explains that trips may encounter seals, seabirds, dolphins, porpoises and other marine life, but wildlife is naturally variable. It also uses trips to collect scientific data, so it will suit visitors interested in the marine environment as well as those looking for a memorable coastal outing.
Book ahead, especially in the main visitor season, and choose the duration with the group in mind: the shorter Bay Discovery is listed for ages four and over, while the longer voyages have higher minimum ages. Departures are from Shed 5 at Penzance Harbour and remain weather-dependent, so check the latest joining instructions, clothing advice and cancellation terms directly with Marine Discovery before travelling.
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