Southern Hebrides small ship cruise
Description of Southern Hebrides small ship cruise
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Travel guides
Explore the lochs, the wildlife, and the remotest islands.
Small ship sailing safaris and self-drive trips are just two ways to follow Scotland's wildlife.
Reviews
1 Reviews of Southern Hebrides small ship cruise
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026 by Peter Grundy
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
Many, but probably puffins and kittiwakes on Skerries. Golden eagle took of from it’s prey 20 yards in front of me.
2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Talk to skipper and chef.. They have encyclopaedic knowledge of absolutely everything in the western isles.
Don’t worry about the weather.
3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
We all supported shops museums and pubs. Also National trust Scotland
4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
An enjoyable steep learning curve with a small and fascinating group of travellers.
I have never been fed such excellent food.
Skippers skills are exceptional
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Planet
Loving the area as he does, owner Ted is very careful not to pollute the marine environment. All waste on board is brought ashore, for recycling.During the skipper's briefing, before casting off, passengers are advised on our environmental responsibility, for example not to throw anything overboard.
The company vessel “Splendour” is herself a wonderful example of re-using materials as she is a converted wooden trawler, which had outlived her usefulness as a working boat but serves magnificently in her new role as a small-boat cruising vessel.
Owner and Skipper Ted believes that his beloved corner of Argyll in Scotland is best viewed from the water, as traditionally this is how people and goods travelled in the area. He intends to introduce his guests to the most idyllic and secret parts of the coastline of Argyll from the sea. During their trip, guests will get to know the true nature of the area; the natural environment, the wildlife, the culture and the heritage through Iain’s expert local knowledge.
Our cruising area is dotted with delightful communities along the coastlines and we love to introduce our guests to these through shore visits. Any local event such as food or music festivals, may be included in our itinerary to give our guests a true flavour of the area and meet the locals.
People
Owner and Skipper Ted believes that his beloved corner of Argyll in Scotland is best viewed from the water, as traditionally this is how people and goods travelled in the area. He intends to introduce his guests to the most idyllic and secret parts of the coastline of Argyll from the sea. During their trip, guests will get to know the true nature of the area; the natural environment, the wildlife, the culture and the heritage through Iain’s expert local knowledge.Our cruising area is dotted with delightful communities along the coastlines and we love to introduce our guests to these through shore visits. Any local event such as food or music festivals, may be included in our itinerary to give our guests a true flavour of the area and meet the locals.
Owner and Skipper Ted believes that his beloved corner of Argyll in Scotland is best viewed from the water, as traditionally this is how people and goods travelled in the area. He intends to introduce his guests to the most idyllic and secret parts of the coastline of Argyll from the sea. During their trip, guests will get to know the true nature of the area; the natural environment, the wildlife, the culture and the heritage through Iain’s expert local knowledge.
Our cruising area is dotted with delightful communities along the coastlines and we love to introduce our guests to these through shore visits. Any local event such as food or music festivals, may be included in our itinerary to give our guests a true flavour of the area and meet the locals.
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