NEW QUAY SIGHTSEEING TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Ninety Minutes on Cardigan Bay: A Small-Group Seafari to Dolphins, Seals and Porpoises
A 1.5-hour wildlife cruise from New Quay led by an on-board researcher — this guide explains what you’ll see, where you meet, and why the small group and hydrophone matter.
Ninety Minutes on Cardigan Bay: A Small-Group Seafari to Dolphins, Seals and Porpoises.
Embark from New Quay for a 90-minute boat trip across Cardigan Bay to seek bottlenose dolphins, seals and harbour porpoises while learning from an on-board researcher. The operator limits trips to 12 passengers, so there’s ample room to move about the boat and photograph wildlife, and the vessel carries an underwater microphone so you can listen to the animals while underway.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Dolphins, Seals and Porpoises
The trip is centred on encounters with Cardigan Bay wildlife—bottlenose dolphins, seals and porpoises are the principal species visitors are likely to see on the 90‑minute outing.
On-board Researcher and Hydrophone
An on-board researcher explains what you’re seeing and the boat carries an underwater microphone (hydrophone) so passengers can listen to dolphin vocalizations during the trip.
Small Groups, Plenty of Space
Trips are limited to a maximum of 12 passengers, which provides abundant room aboard to move around the boat and frame photographs without the crowding common on larger tours.
What the day feels like
What the 90-Minute Seafari Feels Like
From the slip at New Quay you cut into Cardigan Bay for a brisk, focused survey of the coastal waters. Conversation is guided by a researcher; sightings of bottlenose dolphins, seals and porpoises punctuate the cruise, and the hydrophone brings an acoustic dimension to the experience. The small passenger limit keeps movement on deck unimpeded, making the outing intimate and photo-friendly.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this seafari suits — and who should consider alternatives.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The excursion lasts 1 hour and 30 minutes.
All departures meet at the Cardigan Bay Marine Wildlife Centre, Patent Slip Building, Glanmor Terrace, New Quay (SA45 9PS).
An on-board researcher accompanies the trip and the boat is equipped with an underwater microphone (hydrophone) for listening to dolphins.
Trips are limited to a maximum of 12 passengers, allowing room to move about the boat during the outing.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Coastal Seafari?
The trip runs for 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Where do we meet for the departure?
Departures meet at the Cardigan Bay Marine Wildlife Centre, Patent Slip Building, Glanmor Terrace, New Quay (SA45 9PS).
What wildlife might we see?
The excursion focuses on seals, dolphins (including bottlenose dolphins) and porpoises, and also includes sightings of coastal seabirds.
How many passengers are on each trip?
Trips are limited to a maximum of 12 passengers.
Is there an expert on board?
Yes—the trip includes an on-board researcher who provides interpretation and uses a hydrophone to let passengers listen to dolphins.
Is this trip suitable for children?
The trip is listed as suitable for all ages.