A WILDLIFE charity is inviting visitors to watch th “unrivalled” view of thousands of gannets from aboard its Glorious Gannet Cruises.

To enable visitors to get a front row view of the spectacle, RSPB Bempton Cliffs is running three cruises between July 30 and August 13.

Kim Smales, RSPB cruise co-ordinator, said: “This is nature at its most breathtaking. The sheer grace and majesty of gannets is incredible in itself, but to see them dive is an unforgettable moment, something our passengers are completely overwhelmed by.

“Young or old, experienced birders or just those with a passing interest in wildlife, they can’t quite believe their eyes.”

The cruises, complete with commentary, get passengers up close and personal with the seabirds that make their home on the 400 feet high cliffs of the nature reserve.

Gannets mate for life and are often seen presenting one another with gifts of grass or flowers.

Kittiwakes and fulmars may also be seen and passengers might spot some late departing puffins on the sea too – and, if very lucky, seals or porpoises could put in an appearance.

The cruises do get fully booked so it is advisable to book early by phoning the RSPB cruise office on 01262 422211.

The cruise lasts about three hours and costs £22 for an adult and £11 for a child aged 16 and under.

For more information and a full list of sailing dates, go to rspb.org.uk/bemptoncliffs