Photographers of all levels of experience are invited to join Robin for this three-night Comical Puffins of Skomer Island photography holiday on an island off the coastline of . You will depart from a tiny cove in Pembrokeshire; this three-night visit takes you to a location that delivers outstanding seabird photography opportunities year after year.


The three-night Comical Puffins of Skomer Island photography holiday has an itinerary designed for bird photography of puffins at various locations over the island; your opportunities will hopefully incorporate the golden light of sunrise & sunset.

Over the three-night trip, the locations should provide opportunities for capturing images of Atlantic Puffin & other species that call the island home.

What is the best time of year to see Puffins on Skomer Island?


Puffins are among the most iconic & beloved birds in the world, & the chance to view them up close is a memorable experience. Skomer Island off the coast of is one of the best places in the UK to admire puffins, with thousands of these birds nesting in the island's cliffs each year.

From April to June, the island is teaming with puffins as these birds come to shore to mate, breed, & raise their young. During this time, visitors to Skomer can see hundreds of puffins around the island. But to get the best views of these birds, you must visit Skomer during the peak months of May, June & early-July when the puffin population is at its highest.

May & June are ideal for seeing the wonderful courtship displays of puffins & their adorable young. During these months & into July, you may also observe puffins carrying fish back to their burrows as they use these tasty treats to feed their chicks.

How Many Puffins Are There on Skomer Island?


There are approximately 10,000 breeding pairs of Atlantic Puffins on the Skomer & Skokholm Islands, earning the islands the reputation of being one of Britain's most critical puffin colonies. The Atlantic Puffins arrive in mid-April to nest in burrows, many of which have been dug by the island's significant rabbit population. The final Atlantic Puffins depart the island by the second or third week in July.

We are currently finalising future dates for this tour. The definitive dates will be made available in mid-October 2023. However, we will take bookings before that on the understanding that the dates are not yet fixed.
A pair of the Puffins of Skomer pose at sunset - this image was captured during the NaturesLens Comical Puffins of Skomer Island photography holiday

Comical Puffins of Skomer Island Photography Holiday Itinerary

The following is the proposed itinerary for this photography holiday, it should be considered provisional & subject to change.
  • Day 1 - Assemble Martin's Haven, Dale Peninsula, Pembrokeshire - transfer to Skomer Island - overnight on Skomer Island
  • Day 2 - Puffin photography on Skomer Island - overnight on Skomer Island
  • Day 3 - Puffin photography on Skomer Island - overnight on Skomer Island
  • Day 4 - Return to Martin's Haven
One of the Puffins of Skomer poses at sunset - this image was captured during the NaturesLens Comical Puffins of Skomer Island photography holiday

Comical Puffins of Skomer Island Photography Holiday Highlights

We have taken care to refine the itinerary for this wildlife photography holiday; as such, we consider the following to be amongst the highlights of this tour.
  • Photograph the charismatic Atlantic Puffins which call Skomer Island home for the summer months
  • Spend time photographing the wildlife before & after the day visitors have left
  • Photography sessions at sunrise & sunset to make the most of the prime times of day for creative photography
  • Staying overnight gives you unrivalled access to the island environment with opportunities to experiment with light
  • Stay for three-nights on a half board, shared basis
  • Spend time photographing the wildlife before & after the day visitors have left
  • Witness late night visits from Manx Shearwaters
  • Experience 'off the grid' living & escape from the modern world
  • Great guide to client ratio of no more than 1:7
  • Guided by Robin Lowry for NaturesLens
One of the Puffins of Skomer at the Wick - this image was captured during the NaturesLens Comical Puffins of Skomer Island photography holiday
One of the Puffins of Skomer poses in the late light of the day - this image was captured during the NaturesLens Comical Puffins of Skomer Island photography holiday
One of the Puffins of Skomer flies past with a beak full of sand eels - this image was captured during the NaturesLens Comical Puffins of Skomer Island photography holiday

Travel Insurance

Travel Insurance – it is a requirement when booking on any wildlife photography holiday scheduled by NaturesLens that you have adequate travel insurance, we suggest a policy from TrailFinders or Campbell Irvine.

Camera Insurance

Insuring your camera equipment before embarking on any wildlife photographic holiday is crucial. Our trips often involve venturing into remote, & sometimes unpredictable environments where accidents & unexpected incidents occur. Insuring your camera gear provides financial protection against theft, loss, or damage, ensuring your investment is safeguarded.

Wildlife photography involves capturing unique & irreplaceable moments, & without proper insurance, any unforeseen mishap could result in significant monetary losses. By insuring your equipment, you can enjoy peace of mind, knowing that you’re covered in case of any unfortunate events, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring world of wildlife & capture stunning photographs without worry.

We recommend PhotoGuard for amateur photographers or Glover Howe, who we use.

Skomer always has the potential for delivering something spectacular at sunset - this image was captured during the NaturesLens Comical Puffins of Skomer Island photography holiday

All the photos shown on this page are chosen from those contributed by Robin; he has guided the trip a number of times over the years, but this particular set are from the 2022 events, he sent in plenty of fabulous images from thousands he captured during his time on the island of Skomer.

You are invited to join us for this 3-night itinerary which takes you to the Welsh Island of Skomer that year-on-year delivers outstanding seabird photography opportunities

The Comical Puffins of Skomer Island photography holiday is a three-night duration event, that costs £899 & takes place in Skomer Island in Wales, between the dates of 25th - 28th May 2024. It is ideal for photographing puffins at various different locations over the island of Skomer, your opportunities will hopefully incorporate the golden light of sunrise & sunset. This photography holiday is led by Robin Lowry for NaturesLens.

The Comical Puffins of Skomer Island photography holiday is offered on a half board, shared basis.

Group size for this photography holiday is a minimum of 7 participants & a maximum of 7, plus Robin.

We consider this to be a photography holiday requiring easy effort or exertion, if you have any questions about your suitability for this photography holiday, please contact us before making a booking enquiry.

The Comical Puffins of Skomer Island photography holiday starts & ends at Martin's Haven. .

The Comical Puffins of Skomer Island photography holiday requires a deposit of £200 to secure a place.

The Comical Puffins of Skomer Island photography holiday is a three-night duration event, that costs £899 & takes place in Skomer Island in Wales, between the dates of 25th - 28th May 2024. It is ideal for photographing puffins at various different locations over the island of Skomer, your opportunities will hopefully incorporate the golden light of sunrise & sunset. This photography holiday is led by Robin Lowry for NaturesLens.

The Comical Puffins of Skomer Island photography holiday is offered on a half board, shared basis.

Group size for this photography holiday is a minimum of 7 participants & a maximum of 7, plus Robin.

We consider this to be a photography holiday requiring easy effort or exertion, if you have any questions about your suitability for this photography holiday, please contact us before making a booking enquiry.

The Comical Puffins of Skomer Island photography holiday starts & ends at Martin's Haven. .

The Comical Puffins of Skomer Island photography holiday requires a deposit of £200 to secure a place.

NaturesLens photography holidays do not include flights unless it is explicitly stated on the event page. When it is time to book your flights, we will send you the details in plenty of time to allow for bookings at the best available price.

The photography holiday itinerary is subject to change & is to be considered provisional.

NaturesLens photography holidays require a minimum number of participants in order to be viable. If this minimum number is not met, the photography holiday may not go ahead.

In the event that the minimum number for a photography holiday to go ahead is not reached, NaturesLens reserves the right to cancel any given photography holiday. In that event 100% of monies received will be returned. However, NaturesLens is not responsible for expenses incurred by its customers.

Not all mentioned wildlife can be observed & photographed at all times of the year, thus some activities may be considered seasonal & not available.

Please note the cuisine on many of the NaturesLens photography holidays is authentic & typical of the region in which you are travelling. International or western cuisine is often NOT available. If you have any concerns over the food arrangements or have any special dietary requirements, please contact us prior to making a booking.

All personal luggage are the responsibility of the owner & we request that photography holiday participants limit their luggage to the equivalent of one suitcase, one flight bag, one camera bag & tripod. We do not wish to appear dictatorial in this matter & the request is made to ensure space & comfort for everyone in our vehicles.

NaturesLens & its agents act only as agents for the passenger in all matters relating to travel arrangements, & as such, do not assume responsibility for injury, accident, damage, loss, delay or irregularity which may occur via defect of transportation or any other cause.

NaturesLens reserves the right to substitute hotels, & other previously outlined arrangements as necessary, to either improve or equal the travel experience.

NaturesLens reserves the right to pass on to photography holiday participants any additional & unplanned expenditure incurred during a photography holiday, via events beyond the control of NaturesLens. NaturesLens reserves the right to accept or decline any person as a member of any photography holiday.

Payment of deposit by photography holiday participants or their representative constitutes their acceptance of all conditions contained herein.

All bookings are made subject to our terms & conditions.

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