Voyages of Discovery

19/08/2024

Our sincere thoughts go today to Tony, Leo and Madaline. Tony, Amanda and family have always been there for us over the years for business advice and support and vice versa.

Thinking of you all during this difficult time. ❤️

Rhys, Bethan, Ifan and Team.

Amanda Barber died peacefully & went to be with The Lord on 26 July 2024, aged 50. So kind, loving & fun, beautiful on both the inside and out, she is dearly missed.

The much loved Wife and best friend of Antony (Tony), an incredible Mummy to Leo & Madeleine, beloved daughter to Annette and sister to Anthony.

A public committal service will be held at Bryn Bethel Cemetery, Moylegrove on Monday 19th August at 11:00, followed by a celebration of Amanda’s life at New Life Church, Cardigan at 12:30, followed by refreshments. Both of these are open to all. If Amanda touched your life in any way, please join us to celebrate and remember her, you’re so very welcome.

Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, to “Hope For Justice” an anti human trafficking charity c/o Colin Phillips and Daughters Funeral Directors, 4 Morgan Street, Cardigan SA43 1DF Tel: 01239 621192.

07/08/2024

Curious seal on today’s Ramsey Island Voyage 🌊🦭

03/08/2024

The Blue Lagoon Abereiddi! 🌊☀️

27/07/2024

Whitesands Bay this afternoon 🌊☀️

23/07/2024

We have availability at our Campsite throughout the summer holidays!

Book online today www.rhosson.co.uk

22/07/2024

21/07/2024

The new stairway to heaven ready for the Summer holidays!!

16/07/2024

☀️ A couple photos from our very first season in 1992!

🌊 Whilst some things have changed in our 32 years of running, our love for wildlife and the coast hasn’t!

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 Our passionate and experienced crew are thrilled to talk you through the incredible history, geology, and wildlife of our beloved Pembrokeshire islands!

Book now at ramseyisland.co.uk

15/07/2024

Our boss lady Bethan visited Skomer the other day and managed to capture these perfect puffin pics! 📸

The puffins will be migrating in a couple of weeks, so join us on our Skomer Island Voyage to catch a glimpse of them before next season! 🐧

Book now at ramseyisland.co.uk

28/06/2024

22/06/2024

RNLI St Davids Lifeboat launching today as part of their Open Day! 🌊☀️

20/06/2024

Views from the Campsite this evening! ☀️🌊

17/06/2024

🌊🐬 Join us on our exciting wildlife adventure as we showcase the incredible creatures that call our islands home!

Today, we bring you the adorable Porpoises - small lookalike dolphins that grace our waters. 🐬💙

Porpoises are known for their predictable feeding habits, and you can often spot them joyfully feeding in the low tide on the south end of Ramsey.

These warm-blooded animals can feed up to 23 hours a day, depending on tides and their whereabouts.

They are feeding machines and hunt using echolocation. Porpoises will dive underwater for up to five minutes, and though relatively slow swimmers, they can cover hundreds of miles in a few days.

Unlike dolphins, porpoises are quite shy creatures and very solitary. They will tolerate the boats but will not interact with the vessel, or work together in pods to feed.

Don’t miss the chance to witness these fascinating creatures in their natural habitat on our unforgettable boat trips during our wildlife month!

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14/06/2024

🐬 The Risso’s Dolphin

🦑 The Risso is easily identified by the white scarring on its body, caused by battling its prey, the squid!

🌊 These dolphins are spotted further offshore and live in pods from 10 - 30! They grow up to about 4 metres in length and can live from 20 - 40 years old.

🌍 UK sightings are most commonly in Scotland and the Outer Hebrides, making these sightings particularly special.

✨ Join us on our Offshore Islands Voyage for a chance to spot these gorgeous creatures.

13/06/2024

🖤 Razorbills!

🐣 Coming from the same bird family as Guillemots (the auk family), these birds have very similar breeding habits. They will breed one egg along sharp ledges, and will incubate the egg on their feet! Once the chick is ready, it will have to jump off the ledge, into the water, and follow its father out to see under the cover of darkness, protecting it from predation.

🏔️ Unlike their relatives, Razorbills are smaller than Guillemots, and are black and white in colour, and are recognisable by their black beak!

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 Razorbills also happen to appear on the emblem. Making them a very special bird to the area!

🌊 Book with us on our Ramsey Island Voyage and Evening Voyage for a chance to see these beautiful birds!

12/06/2024

John Daniels the secretary of Pembrokeshire Friends of Prostate Cymru and fellow committee member Dai Davies are seen here thanking Rhys and Bethan as they have chosen Prostate Cymru as their chosen Charity this year. A charity boat trip will take place in late July,for more details contact the office on 01437721911

12/06/2024

🤎 Guillemots!

⛰️ These little birds are members of the auk family, and breed in significant numbers on Ramsey Island from March to mid-July!

🦅 Guillemots are related to the now extinct Great Auk, which was once considered to be the Northern Hemisphere’s equivalent to the penguin!

🐧 Unlike the penguin, Guillemots are capable of flight, but unfortunately their wing spans are very small in comparison to the rest of their body. However, their wing size and shape render them to be pretty fantastic swimmers!

🥚 These birds breed on long narrow ledges, preferably sheer cliffs, where they will cram onto the ledge in big numbers. This prevents larger predatory birds from landing!

🚤 Book with us on our Ramsey Island Voyage and Evening Voyage for a chance to see these wonderful birds!

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09/06/2024

✨ Today’s daily wildlife feature is the short-beaked common dolphin!

🐬 As the name suggests, these species of dolphin are very common to the coast of Pembrokeshire, but we do often have visits from Bottlenose and Risso’s dolphin!

☀️ These sightings are always very special as dolphins are very sociable, and often interact with the boat.

🌊 On occasion, we are lucky to witness super pods of up to 500 dolphins, meaning we get spectacular sightings!

⛵️ For a chance to see these magical creatures, book with us on our Offshore Island Voyage.

08/06/2024

The Minke Whale 🐋

🐳 The most common whales we spot around the Pembrokeshire coast are minke whales (with the occasional fin and humpback too!)

✨ Whale sightings are very special, and don’t happen to often! As these cetaceans are solely focused on feeding and migrating, these encounters can be very brief, making them even more special!

⛵️ Our Offshore Islands Voyage is dedicated to taking you slightly further afield to spot cetaceans - a firm favourite!

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07/06/2024

⭐️ For today’s wildlife roundup, let’s introduce you to the Britain’s largest seabird - the Gannet 🌊🦅

🗻 Grassholm hosts approximately 39,000 nesting pairs - that’s 10% of the world’s population! 🌍

☄️ These magnificent birds dive into the water, hitting speeds of up to 60mph!

🚤 To witness these brilliant birds, join us on our Offshore Islands Voyage which departs at 08:30, and 15:15 daily.

🌊 Join us for a true Voyage of Discovery

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06/06/2024

🌊🦭🚤 Exploring the wonders of the sea on our boat trips with Voyages of Discovery never ceases to amaze us! Today, we are thrilled to share our daily wildlife update featuring the magnificent Atlantic grey seals of Ramsey Island and its coastal beauty. 🌟

🌳 Ramsey Island is renowned for its thriving population of seals, with over 700 adorable pups born here every year! 🌿 These charming creatures have been a cherished part of our boat trips from the very beginning, delighting us with their playful antics and serene presence on the island.

🦭 Did you know that Atlantic grey seals can live up to 25 to 30 years old? 🌊 The male seals are known as Bulls 🐄🐮, the female seals are called Cows, and the adorable newborns are affectionately referred to as Pups. 🐾

Join us on our next excursion to witness these graceful creatures in their natural habitat and immerse yourself in the beauty of nature! 🚤🌞 🌿🦭🌊

05/06/2024

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05/06/2024

🌊🐧 Puffins of Pembrokeshire! 🌿🦜

🏝️ Pembrokeshire is home to a thriving community of 45,000 puffins along its stunning coast, Skomer Island being popular nesting grounds for these delightful seabirds.
A must-visit on our voyage of discovery is the enchanting Skomer Island, where you can get within arm's reach of these adorable puffins in their natural habitat.

⛵️ Embark on our two-hour voyage to Skomer Island, a journey that promises a close encounter with these feathered wonders.

🐧 Witnessing the puffins on a crystal-clear day is a truly remarkable experience that will leave you in awe of the beauty of nature.

⏰ Don't miss out on our Skomer trips that run twice a day at 11:30 AM and 3:15 PM, offering you the perfect opportunity to observe these fascinating creatures in action.

🗓️ Puffins grace the Pembrokeshire coast from April to July, so make sure to join us during this window of opportunity!

🌈 Did you know that puffins are nature's best-dressed birds during the breeding season? Adorned in their striking plumage, they are a sight to behold as they strut their stuff along the cliffs. These seabirds have a penchant for sand eels, their favorite delicacy, and are adept divers, capable of plunging up to 60 meters deep and holding their breath for an impressive 20 to 30 seconds!

🪶Keep an eye out for puffins mingling with their feathered friends, the razorbills, as they leisurely float in the water, basking in the sunshine. Join us on this unforgettable wildlife day as we celebrate the enchanting world of the puffins of Pembrokeshire! 🐦🌊

04/06/2024

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Ahh June ☀💛

One of our favourite months here on Pencarnan! The calm before full blown summer hits, with the site in full bloom, The Courtyard open and long beach days.

We have plenty of mid week availability, and some pitches available every weekend throughout June. We hope to see you soon!

04/06/2024

🌊✨ Embark on a journey of discovery with us this June! 🚤🌅

Join us for daily updates on our breathtaking boat trips and the amazing wildlife they showcase. 🐦

Today, let’s introduce you to the Manx Shearwater - a true marvel of nature!

🕕 Don’t miss our exclusive 6 pm trip every day, offering a front-row seat to witness these incredible birds soar across the sunset as they journey back home.

Did you know that Manx Shearwaters have a UK population of 300 to 400,000, with a significant portion calling Pembrokeshire waters their home? 🌊🦅

🌟 These majestic birds can live up to 15 years and travel an astonishing 5,000,000 miles in a lifetime - that’s almost a round trip to the moon and back! 🌙✈️ Named for their graceful flight patterns skimming the water’s edge, watching them in action is a sight to behold. 🌠🦜

👀 Witness the beauty of nature as flocks of Manxs Shearwaters grace the skies in their thousands during our evening trips. 🌆🐥

Come sail with us and experience the magic firsthand! ⛵🌿