If you’re hoping to escape to a place of beauty with boundless wildlife and secluded hotspots, then we’ve just the thing. On the Isles of Scilly there are none of the ubiquitous, heal-to-toe hordes of visitors, found elsewhere. In fact, as soon as you touchdown on Scilly soil, the vibe is all about slowing down, getting back to the basic things in life and finding your inner calm.
We promise you one thing: a day trip here will be one of the most memorable experiences of your life. It starts the moment you take to the sky or sea – these compact little islands make a day of exploration most doable, whether it’s discovering your favourite beach, spotting a rare bird or getting active in or on the water. Our open spaces provide the perfect playground to recharge and rebalance, and whatever you choose, we know it will be exhilarating and life affirming.
Being on Scilly makes you want to run the 200 metres to the nearest beach and dive in. Everything on Scilly feels brighter, cleaner, fresher, somehow, than it does in mainland Britain.
Scilly is home to countless white powder-soft sandy beaches and mesmerising turquoise waters, boosted by a milder climate and uncluttered with people – it’s quite possible to find yourself in perfect isolation, even in the height of summer!
Of course, there is more to the islands than just beaches (abundant wildlife, exotic gardens and plenty of scenic spots for walking), but they're not a bad place to start.
Click here for some of the most stunning beaches in the Isles of Scilly.
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The Isles of Scilly is an archipelago made for walking. Unspoilt, untouched and truly peaceful, you can enjoy the spectacular coastal paths, nature trails, fields of flowers and top-to-toe island walks year-round. It’s easy to complete the entire circumference of each island in a day, or the smaller ones in half the time. So, pop on a good pair of walking shoes, grab a rucksack and put your best foot forward.
To experience island life to the full, consider joining one of our resident walking guides, naturalists, and ornithologists throughout the season. Here’s what some of them have to say about their favourite spots.
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Whether you’re an open-water adrenaline-seeker or a beginner who wants to master a skill in a sheltered bay, Scilly is the perfect place to try your hand at all manner of water-based activities. The islands are blessed with clear water perfect for diving, snorkelling with seals, coasteering, saltwater swimming, kayaking, sailing or paddling a SUP – it’s sure to be an unrivalled, unforgettable experience.
Explore our bounty of watersport activities here.
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For more on-the-water adventure, these professional watersports providers offer plenty of options:
Fly aboard Skybus direct to St. Mary’s from Lands’ End.
Daytrip return 12+ from £127 and children from £44.50
Contact: www.islesofscilly-travel.co.uk | 01736 334220
Fly to either St Mary’s or Tresco with Penzance Helicopters for a truly unique and memorable journey. Your 15-minute flight takes you to either St Mary’s or Tresco – and you can even fly into one island and back from another for a real island-hopping day out.
There are two options:
Contact: www.penzancehelicopters.co.uk/daytrips | 01736 780828
Board Scillonian III passenger ferry at Penzance Harbour for a 2hr 45min journey to St. Mary’s (available April – November)
Adult daytrip return is from £35 per person and children from £10 per person
Contact: www.islesofscilly-travel.co.uk | 01736 334220
Isles of Scilly Travel give you the flexibility of making the most of your day on the islands with their fly and sail in a day return option. Fly from Lands' End Airport to St. Mary's with Skybus and return late afternoon aboard the Scillonian III, St. Mary's to Penzance.
Standard Daytrip adult return from £89.75 and children from £58.25
Contact: www.islesofscilly-travel.co.uk | 01736 334220
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