4-Hour Private Jurassic Coast Walk to Fossil Forest via Lulworth Cove

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Capture awe-inspiring vistas of Dorset's serene countryside
• 02 Explore Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove on the Jurassic Coast
• 03 Unearth the secrets of a hidden monastery and the ruins of an ancient abbey
• 04 Journey to the 185 million-year-old Fossil Forest
• 05 Learn how the area's rocks and prehistoric remains tell a 180 million-year story

Witness breathtaking panoramic views of the idyllic Dorset countryside on this private walk from Durdle Door to the Fossil Forest via Lulworth Cove. Learn about the global significance of this UNESCO World Heritage Site as its rocks and prehistoric remains reveal a story spanning around 180 million years. Along the way, encounter diverse wildlife, rich archaeological sites, a hidden monastery, and the ruins of an abbey. The journey to the 185 million-year-old fossil forest makes this a truly unforgettable experience.

Witness breathtaking panoramic views of the idyllic Dorset countryside on this private walk from Durdle Door to the Fossil Forest via Lulworth Cove.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Hard

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Durdle Door, Lulworth Cove and the Fossil Forest Walk

• Start the tour at Durdle Door, an iconic limestone arch that offers stunning views of the Jurassic Coast.
• Walk along the coast towards Lulworth Cove, taking in the breathtaking panoramic views and learning about the area's global importance in the study of geology and palaeontology.
• Stop at Lulworth Cove to explore the area, with some free time to visit the quaint little fishing village, try some award-winning ice cream, or have a pint in a traditional pub.
• Learn about the Jurassic Coast's wealth of prehistoric remains and rocks that tell a 180 million-year story, as well as the diverse wildlife and rich archaeology of the area.
• Continue exploring off the tourist track to the east of Lulworth Cove along the famous South West Coast Path and discover the delights of the Fossil Forest, the petrified remains of a cypress forest, a hidden monastery, the ruins of an abbey, and more spectacular views of the world's most perfectly formed natural cove. While this walk can be more challenging, you will be rewarded with peace and quiet, unique rock formations, and local wildlife.
• Return to the village of Lulworth for a well-deserved coffee, ice cream, or pint of beer.

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• English-speaking tour guide

What's Not Included

• Tips and gratuities
• Entrance ticket, if any

What to bring

• Good walking shoes

Know before you go

• People need to be generally fit.
• The Fossil Forest lies within the Lulworth Military Firing Range and can only be visited when the range is open, usually on most weekends and during school holidays.
• It is a good walk for children, who will be fascinated by the rock formations and the fossil forest, as well as the shingle beach with its limestone and chalk spurs and boulders. It is also good for dogs, as it passes a beach and pub where dogs are welcome.
• Covering all the places mentioned in the itinerary is subject to the traveller's walking pace. The itinerary is customisable, and the traveller can choose the places from the above itinerary to visit within the given duration.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Durdle Door Car Parking

Tour start

West Lulworth, Wareham BH20 5PU, UK

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.