Quick Details
Adults
£ 89.25
Children
£ 78.75
Prices include all taxes and fees
A magical, wildlife-laden journey to the magnificent Isle of Rona
This trip takes place aboard one of our catamarans, Stardust II or Wavedancer, or our 42ft monohull Saorsa na Mara.
Spend 3.5 to 4 hours with us on a trip where the world is our oyster!
Our trips can either begin by going up the spectacular Jurassic Coastline of Skye to start with or cut across to the magnificent Torridonian and Lewisian Gneiss coastlines of Raasay and the Isle of Rona.
As we cover the distance up there, keep your eyes peeled for an array of spectacular wildlife, such as whales, dolphins, sea eagles, seals, and, seasonally, seabirds, such as gannets, guillemots and razorbills, with other seasonal additions being puffins and basking sharks!
Our journey up the Skye coastline can take in the breathtaking scenery of the Old Man of Storr, Bearreraig Bay and Mealt Falls on the north-east coast of Skye.
Cutting across the Sound, with vast, open, panoramic seas offers a good chance of encountering whales and dolphins. Particular attention will be paid to any of the large seabird clusters we often encounter – an excellent indicator of fish and sea mammals!
Going up the Raasay coastline takes in the stunning Red Caves of Manish, made of Torridonian Sandstone, one of the oldest rock formations in the world, as well as the beautiful Loch Arnish, which makes up the mouth of Eilean Fladaigh and the north end of Raasay, with glimpses of the world-famous Calum’s Road possible, as well as the infamous wall created by the tyrannical Clearance-time landlord, George Rainy. It can then carry on up to Eilean Tigh, a small tidal island north of Raasay, with a great chance of encountering a pair of spectacular white-tailed eagles! The trip can then continue into the Isle of Rona, akin to the inshore St. Kilda of Scotland. There are few coastlines as historic as this in Scotland, as Rona, Eilean Fladaigh and Raasay are three islands that found themselves at the heart of the Highland Clearances.
As with all our trips you can expect to come across a huge variety of wildlife including whales, dolphins, white-tailed sea eagles and much more. However, particularly on this trip, you’ll also be introduced to Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) such as the Trotternish Ridge which is significant for several scientific reasons. A budding geologist on this tour may take an interest in the massive landslides that took place in this area whereas the mountain vegetation surviving above 450m may pique the interest of a keen botanist.
Sensational scenery and the potential for spectacular wildlife, at the best price available!
Please note that this trip is subject to favorable weather. You are advised to call and check on the status of your trip on the morning of your booking.
Route subject to change depending on weather and wildlife sightings.
Minimum of 6 passengers required for the trip to proceed.
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- Indoor and outdoor seating.
- Bathroom aboard.
- Binoculars.
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- Waterproofs.
- Food & Drink.
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A chance of seeing an abundance of wildlife, including:
• White-Tailed Eagle, the UK’s largest and rarest bird of prey
• Seals, Common and Atlantic Grey
• Atlantic Puffins & Basking Sharks (seasonal)
• Dolphins, Common and Bottle-nosed
• Whales, most commonly Minke or HumpbackStunning scenery, with sightings of some of the below:
• Bonnie Prince Charlie’s Cave, where the Young Pretender was purported to have spent a night after defeat at Culloden.
• Old Man of Storr – arguably Skye’s most famous attraction
• Rubha nam Bràithrean (Brothers’ Point) – the site of mid-Jurassic dinosaur footprints.
• Lealt Falls, the site of a 19th century diatomite mine
• Kilt Rock and Mealt Falls – the iconic basalt rock formation in the shape of a kilt.
• Isle of Rona, the inshore St. Kilda.
• Eilean Fladday, a once-thriving crofting island brutally cleared in the 19th century
• Loch Arnish, with a view of the famous Calum’s Road
• Red Caves of Raasay – stunning Torridonian Sandstone rock formations and caves.• Bonnie Prince Charlie’s Cave, where the Young Pretender was purported to have spent a night after defeat at Culloden.
• Old Man of Storr – arguably Skye’s most famous attraction
• Rubha nam Bràithrean (Brothers’ Point) – the site of mid-Jurassic dinosaur footprints.
• Lealt Falls, the site of a 19th century diatomite mine
• Kilt Rock and Mealt Falls – the iconic basalt rock formation in the shape of a kilt.
• Isle of Rona, the inshore St. Kilda.
• Eilean Fladday, a once-thriving crofting island brutally cleared in the 19th century
• Loch Arnish, with a view of the famous Calum’s Road
• Red Caves of Raasay – stunning Torridonian Sandstone rock formations and caves.
• Bonnie Prince Charlie’s Cave, where the Young Pretender was purported to have spent a night after defeat at Culloden.
• Old Man of Storr – arguably Skye’s most famous attraction
• Rubha nam Bràithrean (Brothers’ Point) – the site of mid-Jurassic dinosaur footprints.
• Lealt Falls, the site of a 19th century diatomite mine
• Kilt Rock and Mealt Falls – the iconic basalt rock formation in the shape of a kilt.
• Isle of Rona, the inshore St. Kilda.
• Eilean Fladday, a once-thriving crofting island brutally cleared in the 19th century
• Loch Arnish, with a view of the famous Calum’s Road
• Red Caves of Raasay – stunning Torridonian Sandstone rock formations and caves.Route subject to sea conditions and sightings
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Check-in details
Please arrive at least 15 minutes in advance of your trip.
Check-in is at the Harbour Fish & Chip Shop (Postcode: IV51 9DD) located on Portree Harbour.
Parking can be found in the Bayfield Long Stay Car Park, a 5 minute walk from the Harbour.What to bring
Warm, ideally waterproof clothing – HIGHLY recommended
A jacket – HIGHLY recommended
Water – Recommended
Sun protection – Recommended
Food – RecommendedSpecial requirements
All children under 15 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Restrictions
While this trip is generally safe for people of all ages and conditions, those with concerns are recommended to call for advice regarding weather and sea state, as there may be some days where we only recommend trips to strong sailors.
Disclaimers
This trip is subject to favourable weather conditions. In some instances, weather conditions can prevent us from sailing the longer trip. However, in several instances we are able to offer our Skye and Raasay Sea Eagle & Wildlife Experience, with a partial refund of the difference in cost between trips. You are recommended to contact us the morning of your trip to check on the status of the sailing.
While it is very unusual for us to not see wildlife on our trips, please be aware that this is outwith our control. We will always endeavour to see as much wildlife as possible, but we are unable to guarantee any sightings.
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Customers will receive a full refund or credit with 24 hours’ notice of cancellation. Customers will also receive a full refund or credit in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. Contact us by phone or email to cancel or inquire about a cancellation. No-shows will be charged the full price, UNLESS their cancellation request is within reason (for instance, a flat tyre, car accident resulting in a road closure etc.).