Evening Cruise in Scotland
4.5
Evening Cruise in Scotland
By Cruise Loch Linnhe
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Our summer evening cruises are the perfect way to relax after exploring the mountains and glens of Lochaber! Enjoy spectacular views of Ben Nevis, islands teeming with birdlife, and unbeatable sunsets over the granite hills! We also have a range of local beers and whiskies aboard for you to sample.
You will have the view for Ben Nevis, taste local Whisky and organic Beer and will experience Highland Sunsets. We will also pass by the Caledonian Canal and Mussel Farms. This trip is also Dog Friendly
There is a W/C onboard.
Our cruises welcome well-behaved dogs on a lead.
Due to a large tidal range, we are unfortunately not fully wheelchair accessible. We encourage people to email us directly to discuss any concerns/possible accessibility issues and choose the easiest possible sailing to book.
Wildlife such as Grey and Common seals, porpoises, dolphins, otters, red deer, jellyfish, ospreys, cormorants, heron, and golden and white-tailed eagles can be spotted on our cruise.
Lowest price guaranteeReserve now & pay laterFree cancellation
Ages 0-99, max of 65 per group
Duration: 1h 30m
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Meets animal welfare guidelines
Live guide: English
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- Spectacular Views
What's not included- Coffee and/or Tea
- Start:
- Town Centre Pier, The Waterfront, Fort William PH33 6DB, UKGo to the Town Pier and meet us at our check in kiosk
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Pushchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 305665P4- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Most travellers can participate
- We cannot provide infant seats but you can bring your own and we can provide a space for the infant seat.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 65 travellers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 305665P4
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Itinerary
- Town Centre Pier, The Waterfront, Fort William PH33 6DB, UKGo to the Town Pier and meet us at our check in kiosk
- Pass byLoch Linnhe
About the operator
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- CassandraScott240 contributionsA fun, informative cruise.... plus seals!Was I lucky this day, with glorious weather and the rare view of a cloud-free Nevis! This was a thoroughly enjoyable cruise made more so by our affable and fun skipper, Karl. He was a veritable mine of information and I learned SO much from his many narrations on the trip. One of the highlights was getting close to 'seal island' - all passengers were quieter than mice, as instructed, so as not to upset the mums and pups. I highly commend this tour for both pleasure and widening your knowledge of Scotland.Written 8 January 2025
- Liam M0 contributionsFantastic experience for everyone. Really interesting and friendly crewFantastic experience. The crew were extremely friendly and knowledgeable. The trip was interesting and some great points of views were highlighted. I’ve been on a few boat tours before and I’d have to say this was the best. Well worth booking! It’s also quite small with the number of people onboard, so that adds to the experience.Written 23 October 2024
- Disneylover140 contributionsA must do whilst in Fort WilliamAbsolutely amazing experience. The crew were fab. The captain pointed out a lot of landmarks and was telling us a lot of history whilst in the tour. It was amazing seeing the seals and hearing all the history.Written 23 October 2024
- lynne5470 contributionsExcellent tripThis is one of the best trips I have been on our wonderful skipper was so knowledgeable and informative I would recommend to any age groupWritten 22 October 2024
- whisky_doctor0 contributionsA great afternoon cruiseI booked this as part of an 80th birthday trip for my Dad. It was brilliant. Given it was October we were lucky with the weather. However, there was a lovely cabin for shelter. The commentary was so informative and there was a wonderful view of the seals. We learned about wildlife, fish farming, geology and history. Would highly recommend.Written 20 October 2024
- Q5829SAmichaelr0 contributionsSeal island trip.Perfect day out. Captain was very informative , easy to book and easy to find and board boat. The boat is really nice and hot drinks available on board.Written 17 October 2024
- H3547WNpatc0 contributionsSeal island cruise Loch Linnhe Fort WilliamTook the cruise today with Carl and Dara, the Dunara boat crew. Not just a cruise along the beautiful Loch too take photos, but really informative, about all aspects of the Local area, covering interesting facts of history, geography, commerce. Great way to spend s couple of hours and you can even buy a nice hot drink and snacks on board. Would recommended good solid flat shoes and the boat is on 2 levels. Great information and stops for photo opportunities/ interesting wildlife sitings. Highly recommended cruise, Thanks for a great afternoon ! đź‘ŤWritten 16 October 2024
- aliall20220 contributionsGreat views, close up visit to the seals and very informative whilst relaxedWe went on the 1 o’clock trip today as a family of 4( 2 adults and 2 teenagers) We all really enjoyed it and would definetly recommend it. The staff were very friendly and we particularly enjoyed the information provided about the area. We saw the seals and their pups on the rock which was great. It’s a really good way to take in the gorgeous scenery. Thank youWritten 15 October 2024
- Carlstan20 contributionsGreat tour, wonderful views, a memorable experienceA very enjoyable and well run round cruise trip. Really refreshing to be a passenger on a vessel with a genuine ly enthusiastic and friendly crew. The trip was truly memorable and well worth its cost. George our skipper was charmingly natural in his delivery of information about the sights on Loch Linnhe and whilst Im sure he could easily have read from a script or played a recording by way of commentary, it was a thousand times better that he mentioned items which seemed to have just occured to him. Despite the beautiful weather having hot drinks available in October was also a definite bonus! One thing, having been on many similar tourist trips, it is often the case that in making their farewell speech, operators mention that they do not get paid for providing their commentary and that therefore if anyone appreciated the incites, tips are welcome. Neither George nor his crew did this, which I hugely respected them for, however there didnt appear to be anywhere obvious to make a modest donation in appreciation of the crew's efforts, whilst approaching George or his enthusiastic colleague directly with a small(ish) token of appreciation in front of other disembarking passengers somehow didnt seem appropriate! Sorry guys you missed out on my intended tip ...perhaps you could have a discrete "tips" pot for those who genuinely wish to make a donation but appreciate not feeling compelled to do so?! I certainly felt you had earned a gratuity - but am now feeling guilty that I failed to give you one...!Written 15 October 2024
- 719jakkic0 contributionsExcellent boat trip!This is an excellent little boat trip - not just to see the seals but the skipper was so informative about the area history and a few gems of information! Thoroughly enjoyed albeit a wee bit cold ! Saw some amazing views!Written 14 October 2024
- TimC37510 contributionsRelaxing cruise seeing Ben Nevis and Seal IslandThis cruise was thoroughly enjoyable. We got stunning views of Ben Nevis and enjoyed seeing the seals on seal island. The Captain was really knowledgeable and gave us lots interesting information about Ben Nevis and a brief history of Scotland. A must if you’re staying in Fort William!Written 10 October 2024
- williamwR407RW0 contributionsWell worth doingVery informative chat about a range of topics as well good sight seeing especially of the seals. Very friendly staff. Need to wrap up warm as most seats in the open-great for views and luckily didnt rain!Written 10 October 2024
- richardpI3054JR0 contributionsA great relaxing 2 hours after walking the West Highland WayNot just a boat trip, a great experience of the history, geography, geology and politics of the area. And seals! Highly recommendedWritten 9 October 2024
- KevinAnderson590 contributionsWell worth a tripGreat morning out with extremely helpful staff and captain. The 2 hr trip was well worth it, as we saw pleanty of wildlife and of course loads of seals on the islandWritten 2 October 2024
- Helen R0 contributionsA tour around Loch Linnea with informed narrative, local habitats and wildlife sightings. Friendly staff.Friendly staff. It left promptly. Very informative. Just the right length. Saw local wild life, salmon farms, mussel farms and seals.Written 29 September 2024
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Barbara L
Melbourne, United States18 contributions
May 2024 • Couples
We had a wonderful time on our Loch Linnhe evening cruise! Our captain was interesting and entertaining, and we learned a lot as we enjoyed the beautiful views. It helped that the weather was simply spectacular! We would highly recommend this; I would do it again because I am sure that it is different every evening, depending on the tides, time of year and, of course, the weather.
Written 27 May 2024
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Fiona G
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Outstanding trip, skipper was amazing and funny I highly recommend and well worth the money totally a 10 out of 10.
Drinks and snacks on board even got to drive the boat.
Scenery was amazing and the skipper was really informative about the lochs, wildlife, the land and also the history around the area.
I will definitely do this trip again but next time I'm doing the 4hr journey
Drinks and snacks on board even got to drive the boat.
Scenery was amazing and the skipper was really informative about the lochs, wildlife, the land and also the history around the area.
I will definitely do this trip again but next time I'm doing the 4hr journey
Written 5 May 2024
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jan1974123
Barnsley, UK8 contributions
Jul 2024 • Family
Beautiful boat trip, all the staff were lovely.
The captain recommended the waterfall walk which we completed today and without the knowledge we definitely wouldn't have known about it so thank you ❤.
My only bit of advice and that's all it is, I noticed at large moments on the return everyone had given up looking out of the window and listening to the commentary.
I think the captain did mention it was a stretch with not much happening, so many some history about Scotland to fill the time...not just about Fort William.
I think it would give the trip the edge it needs and keep everyone interested 🙂
The captain recommended the waterfall walk which we completed today and without the knowledge we definitely wouldn't have known about it so thank you ❤.
My only bit of advice and that's all it is, I noticed at large moments on the return everyone had given up looking out of the window and listening to the commentary.
I think the captain did mention it was a stretch with not much happening, so many some history about Scotland to fill the time...not just about Fort William.
I think it would give the trip the edge it needs and keep everyone interested 🙂
Written 31 July 2024
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Will M
33 contributions
Jun 2024 • Family
Really nice cruise. The crew was informative, fun and welcoming. The views were spectacular! There was a lot of information about aquaculture, and local camping for youth - just a really great time! And the views!!!! Five stars!
Written 18 June 2024
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Kate R
Emsworth, UK16 contributions
Jul 2024 • Family
Lovely way to spend evening seeing amazing scenery and wildlife. Friendly crew on cruise and very informative. Definitely recommend
Written 8 July 2024
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lee
Portsmouth, VA2 contributions
Truly an amazing experience, well worth the price. This will be the outing you tell your friends.....................
Written 22 September 2024
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philip
High Bentham, UK18 contributions
A great evenings cruise in perfect weather. The scenery was beautiful and the crew knowledgeable and helpful. Nothing was too much trouble.
Written 18 September 2024
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Claire F
London, UK22 contributions
Sept 2024 • Solo
I had a fantastic evening cruise on Thursday and we were lucky to have beautiful evening skies. Wonderful and informative crew, I learnt a lot about Scotland and the local area. Great end to my trip.
Written 7 September 2024
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sallyjomoe1
Wiltshire, UK22 contributions
A great opportunity to see Fort William, Ben Nevis and some of the area around Loch Eil from the water and to learn lots about the history of the area. The person doing the commentary was very knowledgeable.
Written 25 July 2024
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kjvddool
Hendrik-Ido-Ambacht, The Netherlands1 contribution
Jun 2024 • Family
Beautiful trip, the captain gave a lot of Information in a nice manner. Onboard there are several drinks and a toilet. We have enjoyed it and learned a lot from the history and environment / nature.
Written 30 June 2024
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