Bird Watching Cruise – 1st December 2024

Today, the River Exe transformed into a wildlife spectacle. A record-breaking (for me) seven seals were spotted along its shores, a testament to the estuary’s rich biodiversity. The most I have ever seen on the river at any 1 point! From the majestic Harbour Seal basking on a sandbank to the playful Grey Seals lounging…

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Guided Bird Watching Cruise – 30th November 2024

Would you believe it, the last day of November! The Christmas month is upon us tomorrow! We embarked on a winter Guided Bird Watching Cruise on the River Exe, a journey that unfolded into a delightful surprise. Despite the initial overcast conditions, the day turned out to be a haven for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts…

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Guided Bird Watching Cruise – 29th November 2025

Today, we set sail on a winter’s day, the sky a muted canvas, the sea a restless expanse beyond our destination of a cruise on the River Exe. Despite the unassuming weather, the River Exe was alive with activity, offering a feast for the eyes, many assisted by the included binoculars for even better views!…

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Bird Watching Cruise – 16th November 2024

Saturday, November 16th, painted a serene picture on the River Exe. Despite the overcast sky, the day was calm and peaceful, a perfect setting for a boat trip with a lovely crowd. The comforting aroma of freshly baked pasties filled the lower (and heated) deck as we departed from Exmouth Marina, setting the tone for…

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Bird Watching Cruise – 15th November 2024

The morning of the 15th looked picturesque with the dense morning fog filling the Exe Estuary had fortunately burnt off by noon, so the weather was bright, sunny and utterly calm day as we cruised slowly up the estuary on the incoming tide. Some may say, perfect sailing conditions to do a spot of Bird…

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Bird Watching Cruise – 1st November 2024

A virtual lack of wind and good, even light provided excellent conditions for this afternoon’s cruise, the first of the season for me! We saw lots of birds feeding offshore on Pole Sands and especially inside the estuary off Dawlish Warren, where hundreds of Wigeon, Brent Geese, Oystercatchers and other waterfowl were taking advantage of…

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Guided Bird Watching Cruise – Oct 31 2024

Well what a start to the 2024/25 Guided Bird Watching Cruise season with a full compliment on board! The weather was mild with little wind and good visibility with plenty to see throughout the Estuary to keep us all interested. Captain’ed by the skillful Captain Will, he took us along the seafront to Poll Sands…

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Guided Bird Watching – 8 March 2024

The fresh ESE wind persisted, but the cloudy start ended in pleasant sunshine. The cruise started well, with a Red-breasted Mergansers and a loose group of Eiders, the latter diving over the mussel beds. A dozen or more Shags were seen in the outer part of the estuary, including nice views of breeding plumage adults…

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Guided Bird Watching – 7th March 2024

There was a fresh ESE wind today, but mostly sunny conditions. Groups of Brent Geese were feeding in the Wildlife Refuge area at Dawlish Warren, the first of maybe a thousand seen today! A dozen or more Shags were scattered around the outer part of the estuary, several sporting their breeding crests which blew around…

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Guided Bird Watching – 23rd February 2024

Slightly better conditions today with visibility perfectly ideal for a birdwatching cruise on the Exe Estuary with again great company. As we left Exmouth Marina several people saw the Great Northern Diver at a distance off Pole Sands we continued along the edge of Dawlish Warren where we had great views of Curlew, Oystercatchers Herring…

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