Skomer Island

Skomer Island

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United Kingdom|Europe
72
Wildlife
72
Access
60
Stay
93
Safety
87
Photo
68
Crowds
70
Cost
90
Birding

Skomer Island is one of Europe's most charismatic seabird islands, famous for puffins, Manx shearwaters, and a cliffscape packed with breeding birds in late spring and summer. It works best for travelers who want concentrated wildlife viewing on foot and dramatic Atlantic colony photography rather than long-distance searching.

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Wildlife Species

Atlantic Puffin

Common

Bird · Best time: May to July

Manx Shearwater

Common

Bird · Best time: Evening

Razorbill

Common

Bird · Best time: Spring and Summer

Grey Seal

Uncommon

Mammal · Best time: Autumn

Geography

Terrain
Offshore island, sea cliffs, heathland, coastal grassland
Elevation
Sea level-79m
Climate
Atlantic maritime
Area
Compact seabird island reserve

Weather

Best Months
MayJuneJuly
Avg. Temperature
8-19°C
Rainfall
Moderate to high
Humidity
70-90%

Getting There

Nearest Airport

Cardiff Airport or Bristol Airport

Long overland approach to Martin's Haven

Transport
  • Drive to Martin's Haven
  • Passenger boat to Skomer in season
  • Stay in mainland Pembrokeshire for early departures

Where to Stay

Guesthouses in Marloes

Mid-range

Guesthouse · Near embarkation point

Coastal inns in Dale and Milford Haven

Budget to Mid-range

Inn · Drive to the harbor

Location

51.7350, -5.2970View larger map

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