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1Top 10 Tour Ranked using exclusive Cool Destinations data that may include activity quality, traveler reviews, overall popularity, and availability.
Set in the Cumbrian Countryside, our unique setting gives travellers an insight into local species as well and the importance of falconry to English heritage....
1 hour • Free Cancellation
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Coniston Water Wild Cat Island Cruise Yellow RouteL698NSwendyr, Sep 2026
An excellent trip
A really enjoyable and interesting cruise with plenty of options to extend the experience. Fantastic views all around and nice to finish off our experience in the Bluebird Cafe who served the best carrot cake. Plenty of parking.

New York City
Coniston Water Wild Cat Island Cruise Yellow RouteFussyminx, Sep 2026
Great experience and company
Very easy booking experience and good synchronisation with the boat itself on boarding. Spot on time departure and friendly, helpful staff.

New York City
Private Family Bird of Prey Experience in CarlisleV9989AVleanneb, Aug 2026
Amazing experience
Absolutely fantastic…. It was for my 9yr olds birthday..he said it was a dream come true 🥹… we all really enjoyed it and Gary was fantastic.. highly recommend.. we did the 1hr family experience.

New York City
Private Family Bird of Prey Experience in CarlisleExcursion59254495149, Jul 2026
Fantastic activity.
Fantastic experience.
Fun and informative tour before being able to fly/hold the birds.
We went with kids 8 & 12 who both loved it.
10/10 worth it and would definitely return.

New York City
Coniston Water Wild Cat Island Cruise Yellow RouteX7558ZClouisek, Sep 2026
Amazing worth it experience
We did the tour in the rain, and regardless it was an incredible experience. It was so easy to find, and get to. The guide met us at the waterside, already knew our booking name and welcomed us. Everything was perfectly on time and seamless. Absolutely worth the money the journey was smooth and fascinating. The guide was lovely, sharing in depth information about the highlights along the tour.
If we had chosen an earlier tour we would have enjoyed stopping off at some of the points and joining the later tour back to our start point.
Overall, absolutely no faults it was a lovely experience and would 100% do it again.

New York City
Coniston Water Wild Cat Island Cruise Yellow RouteV5474NMkarenm, Sep 2026
Informative afternoon about the Campbell family
A wonderful way to spend the afternoon. Spending time on the lake and enkoying the commentary.
Lovely experience

New York City
Private Family Bird of Prey Experience in CarlisleleecM5726YI, Jul 2026
Great day
Money well spent. Was a treat for a birthday and she loved it Gary, our guide, is extremely knowledgeable. Great range of birds which can be seen outwith the allotted time as well. On site accommodation is excellent

New York City
Private Family Bird of Prey Experience in CarlisleJourney19414028046, Jun 2026
The Best of the Birds
What an experience!Gary is clearly so passionate about his birds, with excellent knowledge. There is a great variety of birds on site, all well looked after.Me and my Mam were booked in for a half day session. Gary was very warm and welcoming - especially as my Mam uses a wheelchair, Gary made sure she was as involved as the rest of us.The half day session included a Harris Hawk walk through a forest (the only bit inaccessible via wheelchair but Gary ensure my Mam was able to have a fly beforehand and ensured she was left comfy with a cuppa). This was followed by various flys and feeding around the grounds.A great local wildlife experience!

New York City
Coniston Water Wild Cat Island Cruise Yellow Routerachellej655, Aug 2026
Amazing experince
We had the best time! Everyone onboard were brilliant. It’s was such an amazing experience for our whole family. We hopped off at Brantwood and joined the red line back to Coniston. I’d give it more than 5 stars if I could. I’ll definitely recommend it to everyone I know. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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Coniston Water Wild Cat Island Cruise Yellow RouteC9403DAdavidn, Aug 2026
Charming Coniston Cabin Crew
Enjoyed a mid-morning cruise on the Northern Service,(Red Route), in the company of Nat & Dave, who were charming hosts. A smooth crossing to Brantwood, where we disembarked for a visit to Ruskins house. Rejoined the launch an hour later with further commentary about Coniston Lake from Dave, our waterway guide. An all round enjoyable couple of hours spent, in delightful company. Highly recommended for everyone to try whilst visiting Coniston.

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Coniston Water Wild Cat Island Cruise Yellow Routehillyb22, Aug 2026
Canadians Cruise Coniston Lake
Travel en route to Brantwood fine comfort wise. Narrator unclear except when he kept telling east Indian passengers not to stand on steps. I suggest tying a cord across that entry. Windows scratched which dulled views. Crew courteous. Return with Fred and Nat narrating clear and comfortable. I believe craft was newer. Best way to experience Brantwood. We'll do trip again.

New York City
Coniston Water Wild Cat Island Cruise Yellow RouteDearmans, Aug 2026
Great experience
Despite starting off as a miserable day, the tour was great. Just enough information to keep you interested without overload.

New York City
Coniston Water Wild Cat Island Cruise Yellow RoutePippap100, Aug 2026
Not just for Swallows and Amazons fans - great for all
We took the first Wild Cat Island tour of the day yesterday and it was wonderful. Four of my Book Group, two other ladies and a dog.
The meet and greeter man on shore was charming, helpful and friendly so a happy start
Even though I have been to Coniston many times I learned several interesting facts from our excellent t guide, Martin.
Captain Zak was also excellent and happy to chat and help us disembark
Highly recommend this trip to people of all ages

New York City
Coniston Water Wild Cat Island Cruise Yellow RouteAlison_G, Aug 2026
Wildcats Cruise from Coniston Pier.
The cruise itself was excellent and the commentary regarding the history of the surrounding areas and being able to see little coves where the Swallows and Amazons author gained inspiration to write his book. It is a worthwhile trip and nice to be able to get off at Brantwood which is definitely worth a visit.

New York City
Coniston Water Wild Cat Island Cruise Yellow RouteX214ZVnickyb, Aug 2026
Great trip on the water
Had a fantastic trip on the yellow cruise with my family. Seats inside and outside available. Informative commentary with great local knowledge but also time in between to chat with other passengers and admire the views. Very easy to book and find.

New York City
Coniston Water Wild Cat Island Cruise Yellow RouteL4448JRandreww, Aug 2026
Lovely Trip!
Great trip, very informative, smooth ride and really enjoyed it! Thank you!
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