James Fairbairns, Sea Life Surveys, Taigh Solais, Ledaig, Tobermory, Isle of Mull, Argyll, SCOTLAND.

Telephone: 01688302916 Email: info@sealifesurveys.com

Why Sea Life Surveys?

You will have up to seven hours searching for whales, dolphins, sharks, porpoise, seals, seabirds and more

You will have a professional guide on board

You will be aboard with the UK's first and most experienced whale and dolphin watching company

Welcome to Sea Life Surveys

Sea Life Surveys, established over twenty five years ago in 1982, was the first and is now the most experienced whale watching, porpoise, shark and dolphin watching, marine survey, and education programme in the UK. Establishing the Hebridean Whale and Dolphin Trust in 1992, Sea Life Surveys is still actively conducting a research programme focused on the Minke whale and contributing directly to marine conservation.

Shark Explorer

June/July2012

Acuatours basking shark trip in Scotland is a pioneering venture partnering with us, Sea Life Surveys. Acuatours remain the only company to offer a dedicated week long trip to photograph basking sharks anywhere in the UK. The basking shark is the worlds second largest shark, behind only the enormous whale shark, and even then, some of our UK sharks can be bigger than juvenile whale sharks. Who would have thought that we would have access to some of the planets largest marine animals on our doorstep. This tour is the only dedicated basking shark photography trip in the UK, and we have some of the best sighting rates anywhere in the country.

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Green Tourism Award

In 2010 we where awarded the Gold Green Business Award. Click here to find out how Sea Life Surveys have gone green >>

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News and Sightings
To read the latest news from Sea Life Surveys and find out about recent sightings click here to view our Captain's Log ...

What people are saying about us:

"It was the best wildlife trip on a boat I have had in Great Britain!" - Malcolm Stannary, 14 July 2011

"Sea Life Surveys was my sole reason for travelling to Mull and Tobermory. Having been a participant in many expeditions and wildlife excursions over the years, I can undoubtedly say that Sea Life Surveys stands out head and shoulders above the rest. The professionalism, friendliness, knowledge and safety aspect of all staff members is first class. You should feel proud in the excellent service you provide. I shall certainly be recommending you to friends, colleagues and family. I hope to return here in the future to experience more of this beautiful area and amazing wildlife. Well done to all concerned and a huge ‘Thank-you’ for your help and hospitality" - Andy Currie

"Was afraid the trip might be 'dumbed' down for the kids. But it wasn’t. The most non-touristy professionally run trip I have been on!!" - Michael Rowan, Bucks

"Really enjoyable with info from guides who obviously are interested in the work" - Chris Moore, Glasgow

"Thanks for a fab week, I'm so lucky to have such lovely people to spend time with while im here on Mull" - Andy Tait

"Many thanks for a nice day - sadly no whales - but all the crew where lovely and full of information" - Paul & Gerry

"Thanks for another fab trip out ... back up in September and might just treat myself again! Best wishes" - Liz Hallom

"Our trip was wonderful, both of us felt very relaxed throughout the trip. The crew were so friendly & helpful. What an incredible experience, thank you." - Mr & Mrs Rogers

"The trip was fantastic. I was amazed that you could see whales & dolphins so close to home. We felt extremly relaxed from the minute we stepped aboard, well done guys, see you next year!" - MacDonald family

"Just a little note to say that we had such a good time. The company was excellent and we were so thoughtfully cared for by James, Lewis and Cindy, thankyou all." - Cathy Findlay and Ian McMillan

"Thouroughly enjoyed it!" - Chris Quirt

"Excellent afternoon" - S & C Bailey

"Very enjoyable, well done & thanks" - Kate Shawyer

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