Oulton Broad Sunset Boat Nature Trip

Join us for a stunning sunset boat trip from Oulton Broad along the River Waveney, offering a chance to explore the hidden beauty of the Southern Broads National Park. Experience Oulton Broad, Oulton Dyke, and the Waveney River bathed in Golden Hour light—perfect for memorable photos in this wildlife-rich area.
As we cruise along the Waveney, enjoy views of fens, marshes, and wildlife, including marsh harriers, kestrels, and ducks. This nature-focused trip lets you immerse yourself in the untouched beauty of the Broads, passing Carlton Marshes, a Suffolk Wildlife Trust nature reserve.

Keep an eye out for rare dragonflies, butterflies, and historic mills, some still in operation. After reaching the Waveney’s northern stretches, we'll turn back to Oulton Broad, arriving just as the sun sets.

Meeting Point

Jet Adventures Yacht Station Oulton Broad

Yacht Station, The Blvd, Bridge Rd, Oulton Broad, Lowestoft NR33 9JS, UK

We'll meet you near the Yacht Station. You'll see our Jet Adventures van or someone in Jet Adventures clothing.

What's included:

• In-person guide is licensed or certified
• Life jackets

Not included:

• Food and drink

What to expect:

Duration: 1 hour

The Broads National Park

Norwich, NR1 1RY

This boat trip, primarily on the River Waveney, as the sun sets to the west, gives way to some spectacular views, including fens and marshes along with the wildlife, including Marsh Harriers, teals, kestrels and hobbies, that call them home. It is a unique and interest wildlife/nature boat trip, where you can truly immerse yourself and forget about reality in this tucked away, untouched beauty.
Initially departing Oulton Broad, you will pass Carlton Marshes, a Suffolk Wildlife Trust managed nature reserve and home to a huge array of wildlife. As we head up Oulton Dyke, we’ll enter the River Waveney, of which the border of Norfolk – Suffolk follows. As we head up the Waveney, keep your eyes peeled for marsh harriers and kestrels, along with plenty of ducks and geese. The Broads are also home to a huge array of unique dragon-flies and butterflies.

At this point, we’ll turn, making the return journey upstream, back to Oulton Broad, arriving just as the sun disappears.

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