Our Seabird City Experience is a new walk for 2026 designed to fit in with the local bus service allowing those without their own transport to witness the sights, sounds and smells of a seabird city.
Spectacular cliffs and fantastic views (weather permitting!)
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Created to fit in with the 8S bus service operated by Stagecoach Orkney
Walk length approx. 3 hours and up to 3 miles with some elevation (approx. 82 metres)
Walking is at a leisurely pace with plenty of stops to look at seabirds & other wildlife
Operates from Monday 3rd May to Friday 14th August inclusive
Walk timings are subject to change if the bus schedule is different
More information on the walk will be provided at the time of enquiry/booking. We will include a link to the bus schedule once the summer timetable has been published.
Yes! This walk has been created to fit in with the 8S Stagecoach bus service from Kirkwall which runs Monday to Saturday.
How far is it to walk from the bus stop to the meeting point for the walk?
It is approx .8 miles from where the bus will drop you off, so approx 20-25 minutes walk depending on your pace and how much wildlife you spot on the way down! Please be aware that you will need to walk back to the bus stop after the walk.
Are there public toilets at this location?
No, there are not any public toilets here.
Is there a minimum number required for this walk to go ahead?
No, there is no minimum number for this walk, we love to be out and will do the walk whether there is 1 person or 6 people booked.
Will we see Puffins on this walk?
There is a chance of seeing Puffins but we can't guarantee them.
Can we bring our dog on this walk?
No, dogs are not allowed on any of our wildlife walks.