
Step aboard the Sop-Speedy for a fast boat trip to the seals near Texel. This powerboat reaches speeds of around 70 kilometres per hour as it heads towards the sandbanks. Along the way, you experience speed, sea air and views over the waters around Texel. The trip also takes you to Den Helder for a tour through the naval harbour. There, you get close to the warships. The boat trip lasts about 1 hour. Children are welcome from the age of 6. Dogs are not allowed on board. The sailing takes place with enough participants and suitable weather conditions. If there are too few participants or the weather is poor, you will be informed in advance whether the trip can go ahead. Location: Haven 8, Oudeschild Time: daily at 11.30 am and 1.00 pm, in winter on request Price: €42.50 per person Tickets: click ‘Bekijk tijden’ to book. Need help? Call +31 222 314 741 or visit the VVV Texel shop.
5 to 12 persons
Oudeschild
Tickets via VVV, Active, Boat tours, and Outdoor
all ages









Haven 8, 1792 AE, Oudeschild.
Please arrive 30 minutes before departure. Departures subject to sufficient participation and/or weather conditions. Dogs are not allowed on the Sop-Speedy.
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Would you like to watch seals on the Wadden Sea? The Sop Seal Tours departs daily from the harbor in Oudeschild and takes you on a unique experience. Experience the adventure Join a seal tour and experience guaranteed adventure! Het Sop sails with small groups (maximum twelve people) to the coast of Texel, the place where the seals can be found. During the trip you will sail along the uninhabited island of Noorderhaaks (called 'De Razende Bol' by the Texel residents) and the seals come close to the boat. The panorama deck offers a fantastic place to take photos and videos. Seal guarantee What could be more fun than spotting seals up close during your stay on Texel? On this special seal tour, Het Sop is the only one on Texel to give a 100% guarantee on seeing the seals. Reservations for the tour are recommended. Tickets for the seal tours are available through this website, view our agenda via What's on.
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