Shalfleet Manor Estuary Safaris

All year round trips on the Newtown estuary to learn about the birds, the history of the area and visit the Manor House and gardens.

The birds are at their best and most numerous from September until March (counter cyclical to our own tourism) however in the summer there are still many species to enjoy in addition to the stunning scenery and the beauty of the estuary.

The boat "Whaup", a 17 foot Boston Whaler is kept at Shalfleet Quay. It is licensed to carry six passengers.

PRICE:
£50 minimum for 2 people. Group discounts available for 3 to 6 people.

OPEN:
Open all year. Sailings around high tide times.

Opening Times

Opening 2007 1 Jan 2007 - 31 Dec 2007

Road Directions

From East Cowes ferry, second exit at roundabout onto Well Road, A3021, A3054 to Newport, A3054 to Shalfleet.
From Fishbourne ferry, B3339 (Fishbourne lane), A3054 to Newport, A3054 to Shalfleet.
From Yarmouth ferry, A3054 to Shalfleet.

Public Transport Directions

From West Cowes Red Jet Hi-speed ferry: No. 1 bus route to Newport and change to No. 7 to Shalfleet
From Ryde Catamaran/Hovertravel: No. 9 to Newport and change to No. 7 to Shalfleet
From Yarmouth ferry: No. 7 to Shalfleet.
For further information please visit the Southern Vectis travel office at Ryde, bottom of pier or the Tourist Information Centre at West Cowes, opposite ferry terminal entrance and at Yarmouth, left of terminal.