Support The Future of the Islands

The Isles of Scilly Visitor Pledge

The Isles of Scilly are a place of extraordinary beauty, rich in wildlife, and deeply connected to nature, and as a visitor, you play a vital role in preserving this unique environment. The Isles of Scilly Wildlife Trust is dedicated to protecting the islands' delicate ecosystems, and by taking the Isles of Scilly Visitor Pledge, you help ensure that the islands remain a thriving sanctuary for wildlife and a place of wonder for all who visit.

This simple promise will help safeguard Scilly’s landscapes, vulnerable wildlife, and heritage for future generations. We invite you to read the pledge carefully and embrace it as a guide to responsible travel, with the option to download it as a reminder of your commitment. Share it with others and encourage fellow visitors to do the same—together, we can keep the Isles of Scilly special.

Thank you!

Experience the Isles of Scilly in a way that treads lightly on the landscape and protects its natural beauty for future generations. From kayaking through crystal-clear waters to walking scenic coastal trails, there are countless ways to explore the islands sustainably. Support local businesses, choose low-impact transport like cycling or electric buggies, and immerse yourself in nature with wildlife-friendly activities. By making mindful choices, you can help keep Scilly’s unique environment thriving while still enjoying everything these stunning islands have to offer.

Island Wildlife Tours

The itinerary varies from week to week. Tours usually leave at 9.45am from St. Marys' quay for the Off Islands or 10.00am from Porthcressa Bank for the St. Marys' walk, every week day morning between April and late October. On Tresco we take a look around the inland pools…

St. Martin's Watersports

If you want to have an adventure out on the water and to explore the beauty of the islands from the sea, simply book your kayak and paddleboard hire online, then collect the equipment from Par Beach on St Martin's (we are just opposite Higher Town Quay). We will provide all the equipment…

Scilly Carts

Scilly Carts offer 2, 4 or 6 seater electric carts (golf buggies) as an alternative way to explore St Mary's, ideal for people with reduced mobility. Daily and weekly hire available. A current full UK driving licence is required in order to hire a cart.

St. Mary's Bike Hire

What better way to discover St Mary's than by bike! Discover hidden beaches and country lanes, take in awe inspiring views whilst building up an appetite for one of the many fabulous eateries or maybe a picnic on a secluded cliff top. The routes are beautifully cycle-friendly, and you can also take…

Scilly Yacht Charters

A truly unique experience, why not make your holiday complete by spending a day sailing the crystal clear, azure waters of Scilly aboard our 50 foot Bermudan cutter 'Jekamanzi'. Take a relaxing cruise around the islands with your experienced local crew, create your own itinerary with the only…

Hut 62 Watersports Hire

Come to Hut 62 for the ultimate Scilly experience At Hut 62 we have motor boats, sailing boats, stable sit on top kayaks, transparent kayaks, SUPs and pedalboards available to hire by the hour, day or week. We’re based at Green Bay on Bryher and can deliver to Tresco and St Martin’s. If…

Kernow Coasteering

For adventure lovers, no trip to the Isles of Scilly is complete without a coasteering adventure at Peninnis Head, on the main island of St. Mary’s. Let Kernow Coasteering guide you through the inter-tidal zone of this magical granite landscape. Along the way, you’ll scramble, swim and explore your…

Tresco Bike Hire

Enjoy the freedom of the whole island with bike hire on Tresco Island... Two wheels must be one of the best ways to explore Tresco. With miles of quiet roads and dusty tracks to travel along, you can enjoy the freedom of the whole island. Whether you're staying on the island or just visiting for the day…

Scilly Walks

Scilly Walks is run by Dr Katharine Sawyer and offers guided walks and boat trips to introduce you to 8000 years of archaeology and history in the Isles of Scilly. I offer private full day and half day visits, either archaeological or general interest, to all the inhabited islands. I also offer public…

Isles of Scilly Wildlife Trust

The Isles of Scilly Wildlife Trust is Scilly’s only locally-run conservation charity responsible for looking after more than 50% of our beautiful Islands. With a small staff team who are effectively custodians of this special part of the world; we all feel privileged to call these much…

Wildlife & Nature

A Birdlife Haven

4 min read

Lucy McRobert, formerly of the Isles of Scilly Wildlife Trust, shares her expertise on what makes these islands a birdwatcher’s paradise. Scilly’s position on the wild Atlantic edge has made it mecca for birdwatchers since the 1960s. This island chain is perfectly located to capture American species…

Ed Marshall

Wildlife & Nature

A bumper year for flippers and feathers

4 min read

The Isles of Scilly, an archipelago of 140 islands scattered 28 miles off the coast of Cornwall in the Atlantic Ocean, are renown for being one of the world’s richest locations for marine wildlife. This year aboard the MV Sapphire local tripper boat, visitors were treated to some of the best seabird…

Wildlife & Nature

A Whale of An Adventure!

3 min read

Sightings of whales between islands on the Isles of Scilly are extremely rare, but when news broke one Christmas Eve, no one could quite believe it. Let us take you on a journey to explore these magnificent creatures. When the news broke on Christmas Eve in 2020 that a whale had been spotted between…

Food & Drink

One Islander's Path to a Sustainable Living

5 min read

Discover how Churchtown Farm on St. Martin's, a prolific flower grower, finds an unlikely bedfellow in rearing native red ruby cows: introducing Scilly Cow. Many will know Churchtown Farm on St. Martin’s as a result of receiving a small box of scented joy, in the form of narcissi, through the post…

One Islander's Path to a Sustainable Living

Wildlife & Nature

The Puffins Return

2 min read

One of Scilly’s most popular seabirds, the puffins, are back on the islands, and there’s plenty of opportunity to get out and enjoy these wonderful sea creatures. The Isles of Scilly is one of only a handful of sites in the UK where you can go puffin spotting. They arrive in mid-April, although…

St. Martins

An Off Island Escape

10 min read

"There is a certain allure to islands. The pace of life is slow. You can watch the sunrise from one side and set from the other..." - escape with Lauren on an off-island adventure. The off islands offer the opportunity to disconnect from our frenetic modern life, reset our circadian rhythm and gain…

Chris Robbins

Scilly’s unique charm is shaped by those who live and work here, and many local businesses are committed to preserving the islands for future generations. From eco-friendly accommodations to activity providers who protect our wildlife, each business with our Sustainable tag has taken steps - big or small - to reduce their impact. Whether it’s sourcing local produce, cutting down on waste, or offering low-carbon experiences, these businesses are helping to keep Scilly special. Explore their efforts and choose to support those making a difference.