The Manx Wildlife Trust is using the island’s largest pleasure boat, the M.V. Karina, as a moving viewing gallery for an evening of wildlife watching on Friday, June 23.

People taking the trip will meet at 6.30pm for a 7pm departure from the Sea Terminal, Douglas.

The two-hour trip will enable passengers to get a very different view of the island’s coastline and rock formations as well as some of its wildlife including inquisitive Grey Seals, fluffy black-backed gull chicks and Manx shearwaters skimming the water.

Binoculars and identicication sheets and an informative commentary will ensure everyone learns a little more about the Isle of Man’s varied wildlife.

Home-made refreshments will be served by MWT volunteers and passengers can bring their own drink.

Manx Wildlife Trust chief executive Dr Tim Graham said; ’The M.V Karina is an ideal choice for a closer look at our island’s wonderful coastal scenery and as numbers on this special trip are limited, we’re sure that everyone will get a chance to see something new. All proceeds from the trip go towards our conservation work which benefits both people and wildlife.’

Tickets cost £22 for adults, £11 for under 16s and are available by emailing [email protected] or by downloading a booking form at www.manxwt.org.uk/whats-on

Warm clothing is recommended.