Join us to experience and explore the wonderful sights and sounds of the New Forest coast line. Our experience guides have extensive knowledge of the history and wildlife of the area. One of the most scenic sections of the New Forest National Park with views across to the Isle of Wight and the famous Needles, the area is teeming with wildlife. Full joining details will be sent out a few days ahead of the tour.
The walk will follow the Lymington River and the seawall to Oxey Marsh taking in panoramic views across the Solent to the Isle of Wight, Hurst Castle and The Needles. The return route via the ‘ancient highway’ and Normandy Lane will give plenty of opportunities to explore the diverse history of the marshes. Lymington-Keyhaven Marshes offer the opportunity to view a range of bird life at close quarters along with a wealth of specialist flora and fauna. Almost every visit is different, the New Forest coast offers breath-taking views and opportunity for memorable wildlife encounters. We will also explore the diverse history of the marshes stretching back to the Iron Age through to the heyday of the salt industry and the important role the area played in the Second World War, intermixed with tales of smuggling, jailed kings and invasions! The walk will take a relaxed pace, allowing plenty of time to take in the surroundings, explore whatever wildlife should present itself.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Lymington Wildlife Discovery Walk lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
Prices start at $29 per person for this Southampton experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is The meeting point is by the public slipway at Bath Road car park, Lymington. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Your own group can be up to 12 people on one booking; no other travellers join.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Wheelchair accessible
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 7 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Wild New Forest.
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