Our Boats

No, unfortunately we do not allow any pets, even well behaved sea fairing ones.

Yes! Our trips are suitable for children aged 5 and up for our nature tours and aged 10 and over for fishing and we have lifejackets/waterproofs to fit. Our biggest concern for little ones is wind chill so please make sure that they are wrapped up.

Babies and toddlers are not permitted on our trips

*Our child tickets are for children aged 5 to 15 and MUST be accompanied by an adult. Adults bringing children are responsible for them at all times*

At the Isle of May there is always something to see, whether it's puffins flying to and from their burrow, one of the resident seals sunbathing on a rock or some mischievous dolphins playing with our boats. Whilst we cannot guarantee sightings of everything all year round, we’re confident you’ll spot something

Unfortunately, no there aren’t any refreshments available onboard.

If landing on the Isle of May, picnics are very popular and are what we would recommend bringing as there are benches dotted around the island.

Please remember that all our boats are open. On rainy or windy days there is a risk of getting wet.

We always recommend passengers dress accordingly with warm layers and waterproofs, even on warm sunny days, as it is invariably cooler out at sea.

For our nature tours, we can provide waterproofs for your comfort but it is recommended to bring your own.

Yes! We get extremely busy and recommend that you book in advance to secure your space.

No, although our boats are purpose built and designed to provide a safe and comfortable voyage safety is paramount. Ultimately the skipper has the final say as to whether a trip will run.

Sometimes the forecast doesn’t always reflect the sea state and in rare circumstances it can mean we have to cancel with short notice

If you are at all concerned about sea sickness please be assured that it is unlikely that you will become unwell on our RHIB boats. This is due to the boats characteristics, your momentum is forward, meaning your balance isn’t affected.

If you have any conditions, disabilities or injuries, you need to contact us via email and let us know before booking, so we can advise whether or not our trips are suitable. Failure to do so may result in you not being able to sail with us, loosing out on your trip, for which no refund will be given as it will be regarded as a last minute cancellation. It's always better to check before booking than leaving disappointed.

All trips must be pre booked and prepaid, preferably online as we are unable to accept payment over the phone. However, you can in person at our booking kiosk, where cash and most cards are accepted.

We do have toilet facilities aboard the 'Saltwind' on our photography session and fishing trips.

Unfortunately there is none on our Osprey or Saorsa boats. The nearest toilets, are opposite 'The Waterfront' Restaurant, about 100m from our check-in hut. Please feel free to ask our staff for directions. There are also public toilets on the Isle of May (for landing trips),at the visitors centre.

In the unfortunate event that you have to cancel your booking with us, contact us to let us know. If a cancellation is made with more than a week until your trip, you will receive your refund less 10% due to admin fees, however if your cancellation is made with less than a weeks notice you will not be eligible for a refund.

For rescheduling at passengers request, we also need at least 7 days (before your trip) notice to be able to make this happen

Anstruther harbour is tidal meaning that our sailing times vary day-to-day. To find out the specific time for a date you had in mind, head to the ‘sailing times and booking’ page