Half Day Seal Safari at Waddensea from Amsterdam
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Amsterdam
Embark on a small group half day seal safari at the UNESCO World Heritage site Waddensea from Amsterdam. Discover the breathtaking coastal wetlands, spot harbor seals and gray seals, and explore the charming town of Medemblik.
Duration:
7 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Medemblik - visit historic town of Medemblik
- Wadden Sea - Seal spotting, boat tour
What's Included
- Driver/guide that stays with the group
- Stop at Historic town of Medemblik
- View Enclosing Dike from the sea
- Transfers from Amsterdam by private minivan
- 2 drinks or snacks on board
- 2.5-hour boat tour on the Waddensea
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
Additional Information
Join us on this half-day excursion with a small group to the stunning UNESCO World Heritage site, Waddensea. We start off from the heart of Amsterdam, taking you on a scenic drive through the rustic Dutch landscapes, reclaimed from the sea, and by picturesque farms, quaint villages, and iconic windmills. Upon reaching the destination, we board our vessel to cruise along the Waddensea. Its distinct coastal marshlands and tide system offer a safe haven to a vast array of wildlife, including aquatic creatures like harbor seals, gray seals, and harbor porpoises. We’ll navigate the Waddensea at low tide, spotting for these seals and migratory birds. After the boat trip, take your time to discover the historic city of Medemblik, roam its labyrinthine lanes, tour the windmill, brewery or castle, indulge in some shopping, or grab a bite!
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
- Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival at appointed time
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Covid-19 health regulations will be applied. Only members of one household per group!
- The transport by minivan/car is private
- Covid-19 health measures will be applied
Location
De Ruijterkade 151
De Ruijterkade
We will leave from De Ruijterkade 153, 1011 AC Amsterdam, next to the ALOHA café (at the end of the River Cruises Docks, under the big bowling pin). It is behind the Central Train Station. Take the IJ exit of the Central Station and turn right, keep the water on your left and walk 300m (1/4 Mi)!
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Isabelf681
Aug 21, 2023
Exceptional - Awesome!!! Everything is exceptional, the landscapes, the pretty village we visited, the boat and of course the seals on a silvery sea, it was magnificent! Our guides Eva and Sarah are adorable and they speak French. Eva explained everything to us well and if we come back we will go back! You can go for it, it's great
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Hollyhortonva
Aug 12, 2023
A Must Do while in The Netherlands - During our stay in Amsterdam, we participated in many tours with various companies and our tour with Dutch Tours was by far the most amazing. Not only was the experience of seeing the seals in the Wadden Sea and learning about them and the birds a really special experience but it was our guide, Eva, who our family is still talking about. Eva was so knowledgeable, friendly, and warm to our entire family. After the seal tour, Eva took us to Medemblik, which was a wonderful stop where we ate and shopped around. We asked Eva to join us for lunch so we could treat her lunch and we had such lovely conversation. I'd go back to the Netherlands specifically to visit Eva and the seals again.
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Roving570389
Aug 10, 2023
Great excursion, even in not-great weather - Despite the cold, windy, and rainy weather (in August), which led to us seeing fewer seals than expected, our teens remember this as a highlight of our trip. Our guide Sarah was kind and informative, and the 2 towns we stopped in were lovely. We enjoyed the boat ride and learning about the unique characteristics of the Wadden Sea. I highly recommend this fun and well-run excursion.
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H2844xokatharinah
Aug 5, 2023
Awesome - We really enjoyed the tour which was very well organized by our two female guides. Seeing a bunch of seals was by far the best thing about this tour. Therefore, we will highly recommend it to our friends and family.
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Melanieg2460
Aug 3, 2023
Amazing Experience! - It was an wonderful experience. The guides were super kind and caring. The weather was unfortunately rainy and windy but we could go and saw some seals. We loved it. Thank you for the experience. Highly recommended :)
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Amykc42
Jul 20, 2023
Wonderful Day Trip - Sara and Eva were super. Getting out of the city for a day to see and hear about Dutch life in general as well as spending time on the North Sea visiting seals and sea birds was a real treat.
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Kristy_r
May 24, 2023
A different side of Amsterdam for nature lovers - We couldn't have asked for a better experience! Sarah, our guide, even picked us up at our hotel outside of the city center to start the tour on an easier note! She took us to the quaintest little towns on the way to see the seals, we stopped at a working windmill and got to climb inside, and had cappuccinos and Cokes at a cute little cafe. We walked a bit though the town near the windmill (again, very cute with an old rail station and historic buildings) and then had about a 20+ min drive to get on the boat. The boat ride is cold (bring a hoodie or a puffer jacket - some sort of extra layer!) but the staff were very welcoming and you can have a hot chocolate or adult beverage to warm up! The seals are super cute, but as expected, you don't get TOO close to them. They are also very timid of the people on the boat when they can hear you through the wind and they will scoot into the sea to hide. If you're a nature lover and like to get off the beaten path, this is a great tour - it's relaxing and you get to see a different side of The Netherlands! Thanks so much Sarah!
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988eleanorf
May 9, 2023
Fantastic! - Sarah was a charming and knowledgeable guide. She took us to a tiny, quaint farming village, a stop at some eye-popping tulips and a sweet little fishing village. Sarah is an accomplished birder and knew the history and ecology of the area well.
The boat trip to see the tidal flats with basking seals was incredible! I see why this is a UNESCO world heritage site. It is a very unique and special place.
I highly recommend this trip to anyone with an interest in nature or if you just want a nice day in the beautiful countryside of the Netherlands. Sarah was a great guide and I wouldn't hesitate to book this trip again!
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Arnabr25
Sep 13, 2022
awesome day with the seals and much more - Sara was very cooperative and professional at the same time..We had a wonderful time spending more than half a day with her. The most positive aspect about her is she never watches the time, she gave us plenty of ours even when we had two annoying boys of 8 and 6...
We got to see two small villages, Ijsselmeer before the main event, which was the seal watching, and it didnt disappoint us. We sailed for more than 2,5 hours in the Wadden sea and saw plenty of seals which were nicely captured in our camera. We are very grateful to her for organising this trip, and highly recommended to anyone wanting to visit this UNESCO World heritatge site with plenty of harbor seals on the offer...
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970tarynp
Sep 12, 2022
Amazing seals! - The Seal tour is amazing. Dutch tours took me to the Waddensea-drove, then car went on ferry, then drove a little more to go on a boat and search for the grey and harbor seals. It was an amazing experience. I do not know how else I would have been able to experience this/get to such an amazing place on my own. Lunch was also provided and we had amazing weather. It was a great tour and I definitely recommend Dutch tours!
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