Frequently Asked Questions
Travel
You can travel to the Isles of Scilly by sea and air with the Isles of Scilly Travel or Penzance Helicopters.
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Isles of Scilly Travel: www.islesofscilly-travel.co.uk
Penzance Helicopters: www.penzancehelicopters.co.uk
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Isles of Scilly Travel offer airport transfers from Penzance Train Station, please book at the same time of your flights.
There are several Park and Ride options available around Penzance with private operators and IOS Travel.
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Airport transfers are available at St. Mary's airport and you can book your return.
Altamira
Luggage
You are welcome to leave your luggage or have it delivered to Altamira when you arrive on St. Mary's.
If travelling by the Scillonian please ensure that your luggage is labeled 'Altamira' St. Mary's' and it will be taken to the accommodation by the Island Carriers. Return luggage needs to be booked and you can do this online at www.island-carriers.co.uk/services/luggage
Alternatively you can book and pay for your luggage delivery and arrange pick up with Richard Hand Haulage. Please book at least 24hrs in advance of travel and label luggage with 'Richard Hand, Altamira, St. Mary's'
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Richard Hand Haulage website: www.islesofscillyhaulage.com
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Return luggage needs to be outside accommodation by 10am to be picked up.
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Transport
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Flying Island Transfers off an airport shuttle) 01720 42126 www.islandtransfers.co.uk
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Taxis:
Toots Taxi - 01720 422142
DJ Cabs - 01720 423775
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Getting around
There are plenty of lovely walks, boat trips to other islands and wildlife watching opportunities
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Scilly Carts hire on-road golf type buggies: www.scillycarts.com you are welcome to charge a buggy at Altamira
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St. Mary's Bike Hire have a range of bikes available and also have limited mobility scooters and electric trikes: www.stmarysbikehire.co.uk
About Scilly
Please visit our Isles of Scilly page for further information
