Things to do in Porthmadog, Wales: The Best Tours

The Ffestiniog Railway takes you on a 13 1/2-mile journey from the harbour in Porthmadog to the slate-quarrying town of Blaenau Ffestiniog. We are recognised by the Guinness Book of World Records as the oldest railway company in the world, being founded in 1832. We still build steam locomotives and carriages in our own workshops and the world's oldest steam engine, Prince, is still in regular use today - more than 150 years after it was built. Our historic trains climb over 700 feet from sea level into the mountains through tranquil pastures and magnificent forests, past lakes and waterfalls, round horseshoe bends (even a complete spiral) clinging to the side of the mountain or tunnelling through it. The Welsh Highland is Snowdonia's newest railway. Trains start their spectacular 25 mile scenic journey from beneath the historic castle walls at Caernarfon. The trains - hauled by the world's most powerful narrow gauge steam locomotives - climb from sea level to over 650 feet on the foothills of Snowdon, before zig-zagging dramatically down the steep hillside to reach Beddgelert, nestling in the heart of the National Park, then through the magnificent Aberglaslyn Pass - voted the most beautiful spot in the UK by the National Trust - and on to Porthmadog.

boat operates from Porthmadog running sightseeing, dolphin watching trips,on , 2hr up to 10hrs we also do pick up in Pwllheli, All age groups are catered for, all tackle supplied

“Marine Safaris” is part of the Waterwise Group, operating from Porthmadog in North Wales. We offer Marine Safaris, often described as boat trips or Rib Rides. Our Safaris offer you the chance to get out on the water and see the land from the other side, be it on your own or with your family.