Rathlin Island, Northern Ireland

A tour round Rathlin Island, home to a colony of seals. A short ferry ride transports locals and tourists to and from the island. Ferries depart from Ballycastle, County Antrim. A bus service takes visitors from the ferry terminal to the Puffin colony. There are few cars on the country roads so it is a great place for walking while taking in the scenery. If staying for a few days, there's a choice of accommodation including a backpackers.