Tiger Lilly Boat Trips

St Ives, Cornwall

Take your dog out to sea with Tiger Lilly, a family-run boat trip operator sailing from St Ives Harbour. Head towards Seal Island to look for Atlantic grey seals, cruise across the bay towards Godrevy Lighthouse or venture further along the coast. Dogs are welcome on every trip at no extra charge, so your four-legged companion can join the adventure too.

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Description

St Ives looks beautiful from the shore, but the view is something else when you’re out on the water. Tiger Lilly runs small-group boat trips from St Ives Harbour, taking passengers along the rugged Cornish coastline in search of seals, seabirds and, if luck is on your side, dolphins.

The much-loved Seal Island trip heads towards the rocky outcrops known as the Western Carracks, where Atlantic grey seals can often be seen resting on the rocks or swimming nearby. Other trips head towards Godrevy Lighthouse, while the longer Beyond the Bay adventure explores more of the coast, including coves and inlets around Zennor and Gurnard’s Head. There are also mackerel fishing trips, twilight wildlife outings and private charters for special occasions.

The boat is a 33-foot Lochin vessel carrying up to 12 passengers, making this a more intimate way to experience the coast than a large sightseeing boat. The crew are passionate about local marine life, and Tiger Lilly is a WiSE-accredited wildlife-safe operator, taking care to observe seals from a responsible distance.

Best of all for dog owners, dogs travel free on all trips. Bring your canine first mate along, enjoy the fresh sea air and see this stretch of Cornwall from a completely different angle. Wildlife sightings beyond the seals can never be guaranteed, and all trips depend on the weather and sea conditions.

Pet Perks

Dogs travel free on all boat trips.
Wildlife watching with opportunities to spot grey seals and seabirds.
A choice of adventures, including Seal Island, Godrevy Lighthouse, fishing trips and coastal cruises.
Small-group boat trips carrying up to 12 passengers, plus crew.
Dogs can join the whole family for a coastal adventure.
Helpful boarding advice for dog owners, including alternative boarding arrangements if carrying your dog through the commercial fishing area is difficult.