Discover the WILDLIFE of the ISLES OF SCILLY
Explore the beautiful islands in autumn from a luxury hotel on St Martin’s, including a wildlife cruise and visit to Tresco Abbey Garden
The beautiful Isles of Scilly are only a short ferry ride off the coast of Cornwall, yet they still feel a million miles away. Just five of the islands are inhabited and even then by only 2,200 people, most of whom live on St Marys.
Thanks to their unique geography, there’s a wonderful array of flora and fauna to appreciate as well as over 20,000 seabirds, waders and migrants. You’ll visit in autumn, one of the best times to see migrating wildlife.
You will also hear a talk from Julian Branscombe of the Isles of Scilly Wildlife Trust about the work the trust does on the islands. Before a visit to the world-famous Tresco Abbey Garden, you’ll also enjoy a talk from the gardens’ curator, Mike Nelhams.
From your St Martin’s base, you’ll take private boat transfers to St Agnes, St Mary’s, Tresco and Bryher, enjoying excursions and guided walks.
THE HIGHLIGHTS LUXURY HOTEL STAY
A stone’s throw from the beach and a world apart from everyday life, Karma St Martin’s is a luxurious island retreat located in the stunning Isles of Scilly, one of the UK’S most precious hidden gems.
WONDERFUL WILDLIFE
Many of the species here can’t be seen anywhere else in the UK. There are around 14 kinds of seabirds, waders and migrants, which can be spotted throughout the year. Autumn is a great time to see a wide variety of butterflies and dragonflies as well as migrating birds.
INCLUDED EXCURSIONS
You’ll visit Tresco’s stunning Abbey Gardens, home to more than 80 nationalities of plants and flowers, and described as a ‘Perennial Kew without the glass’ as well as taking a wildlife cruise.