ISLE OF MAN
Boat Operators
Certified: Chris Burton
https://shonaboattrips.wixsite.com/calftrips
We operate from May to September around the south of the Isle of Man. We akso land at the Calf of Man. The wildlife in this region is extensive, with seals, basking sharks, Risso’s and Common Dolphins
Certified: Bob Taylor
http://www.geminicharter.co.uk/
The Gemini is a twin engine 35 foot catamaran which makes it an excellent stable platform for all types of trips. We have been operating the Gemini since 1992, during that time we have made many friends and have enjoyed hundreds of trips doing and seeing many wonderful things.
Adventure Operators
Certified: Michelle Haywood
https://www.discoverdiving.im/
Discover Diving is the Isle of Man's only diving centre. Established in 2004, we moved to our current location in Port St Mary in 2008. Discover Diving is run by Steve Cowley and Michelle Haywood, who are both experienced divers and instructors. The Isle of Man is the first whole nation to be awarded UNESCO Biosphere status. Discover Diving is proud to be a Biosphere partner.
Certified: Simon Reed
We are situated amongst the rolling farm land of the beautiful Isle of Man. Nestling close to the base of North Barrule and only five minutes from the secluded beach at Port e Vullen the centre is perfectly situated to provide an ideal venue for groups of all ages. We are recognised as one of the UK’s leading providers of fun and engaging school adventure holidays.
Certified: David Wilson
Windsurf and SUP instructor. Around the bays of the Isle of Man you might see grey seals, basking sharks, Minke whales, harbour porpoises, oystercatchers and much more.
Certified: Michelle Stewardson
Saltworks SUP is an accredited Waterskills Academy (WSA) SUP school based on the Isle of Man. At our core we want to inspire people to get out and appreciate the outdoors, have fun and reconnect with our amazing island biosphere. With its rugged rocks, beautiful sandy bays and abundant marine life it is the perfect place for new adventures. Our key aim is to introduce people to one of the fastest growing watersports safely. Alongside our core sessions we also offer SUP Yoga, sunrise and sunset paddles, SUP safaris, SUP social paddles with our SUP Club all part of our Experience and Explore programmes. We are proud to be a Biosphere partner and partner with Plastic Planet running regular beach cleans and aim to minimise our impact by following leave no trace principles at all of our venues.
Certified: Keiron Tastagh, Kim Tastagh
https://www.adventurousexperiences.com
Adventurous Experiences is an established Adventure Sports Centre, based from the family farm in the centre of the Isle of Man. Explore the coastline, viewing wildlife; unforgettable adventurous experiences through sea kayaking, coasteering, gorge scrambling and family friendly adventures.
Coastal Operators
Certified: Roy Maddrell
Manx Whale and Dolphin Watch (MWDW) has been at the forefront of marine mammal science on the Isle of Man since 2006. We work voluntarily year round to ensure the safeguarding of whales, dolphins, and porpoises (cetaceans) in Manx territorial waters through non-invasive research and public awareness efforts.