Go on the mudflats together with Wadden expert Marcel from Txgids! Get to know this wild landscape of Texel, which is World Heritage for a reason. Everything is covered: birds, shellfish, mudflats, crabs, shrimps, algae and much more. Of course there is also active fishing to see what lives in the mudflats. With respect for nature, Txgids will show you the way and in the meantime you will make a memory that you will never forget. Please note: there is a minimum number of participants for this excursion. In the event of too few participants or bad weather, you will be informed at least 1 hour in advance whether the excursion can take place. Dogs are not allowed. Close high boots, sturdy lace-up shoes (no velcro) or water shoes are required and clothing can get dirty. It is possible to participate from the age of nine. Unfortunately, children in a buggy or baby carrier are not allowed. Furthermore, a reasonable condition is required. Start times: depending on the tide, sunrise and sunset. See the calendar in the price overview. The excursion lasts approximately 2 hours. Prices: Adults € 17.00. Children from 9 years € 14.00. From the age of nine it is possible to participate in this excursion. Tickets are available, click on 'View times' to book. Can't do this? Then call +31222 314 741 or visit the VVV Texel shop.
De Cocksdorp
Tickets via VVV, Active, and Field trips
adults and children
This excursion starts in De Cocksdorp at the parking lot at the crossing Stengweg/Lancasterdijk. At artwork De Schicht, 1794 GV De Cocksdorp.
Please note: there is a minimum number of participants for this excursion. In the event of too few participants or bad weather, you will be informed at least 1 hour in advance whether the excursion can take place. Dogs are not allowed. Close high boots, sturdy lace-up shoes (no velcro) or water shoes are required and clothing can get dirty. It is possible to participate from the age of nine. Unfortunately, children in a buggy or baby carrier are not allowed. Furthermore, a reasonable condition is required.
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TXgids offers many opportunities to get to know different areas on Texel. Excursions Would you like to get to know nature and all the beauty that Texel has to offer? Then an excursion with the TXgids is an excellent idea. Nature excursions, Wad excursions, Forest safaris, Beach excursions, guided tours on foot, by bicycle or accompanied by a bus. It is all possible with nature guide Marcel Wijnalda. You can enjoy the beach, forest, dunes and mudflats and an evening excursion is also possible. Would you rather take a tour through a village or along a special area? This is also possible with the TXgids. Tailor-made tour Do you have a great idea for a tour? Let us know and the TXgids will put together a special program for your specific wishes. Would you like to book a nature excursion with Txgids? Tickets are available via this website, view our agenda via 'What's on'.
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