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Loch Shiel Cruises

Glenfinnan, Scotland
01687 470322
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Ranked #1 of 4 attractions in Glenfinnan
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

This trip was on my bucket list and it came quicker than I had planned. Loch Shiel is one of the true wildernesses left in the UK and apart from parts of the South Shore there are lots of native Scottish trees, primarily oak, but some beautiful Scots Pines. MV Sileas is kitted out for every eventuality and Jim Michie... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013 via mobile

Coffee and tea at Glenfinnan House Hotel to start with. Then a very interesting trip with lots of facts and features by our fantastic captain Jim. After some nice jacket patatoes at Acharacle Hotel a windy trip back up the loch. Wildlife was not abundant today, but we enjoid the trip. Would recommend for anyone who wants Some quality /... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2013

We really enjoyed our recent cruise on the loch with skipper Jim - this was our second outing on the Sileas and this time we brought our daughter and 6 year old grandson with us. It's a great experience and there's lots to see - fantastic scenery and wildlife. Jim is very knowledgeable about the loch and makes a pleasant... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2013

We had already done the short trip put with Jim on Loch Shiel on a previous holiday and we have now done the return trip to Acharacle and back. What a brilliant day. If you are interested in learning about the history of the area and seeing wonderful wildlife in a stunning setting - this is for you. We were... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

We did the return trip from Glenfinnan to Acharacle and back and it was absolutely brilliant. The skipper was friendly and informative, very knowledgeable about the history of the area and the wildlife. This is an amazing chance to see parts of Loch Shiel inaccessible by road, and the scenery is stunning. We were especially lucky to have a really... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 February 2013

Went from Acharacle to Glenfinnan on the boat, then bus back to Acharacle. Views were stunning, and commentary on wildlife, history, and buildings from the boat's skipper was amazingly informative. Book in advance, and if wet or cold wrap up well!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 October 2012 via mobile

A fantastic trip out on the loch. Really knowledgeable skipper in stunning surroundings. Binoculars and tartan rugs to borrow and an interesting commentary pointing out wildlife including deer and golden eagles. Highly recommended!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 September 2012

A great captain/guide, who knows every inch of the area, gives a really good commentary and knows when to talk and when to leave you just to enjoy the surroundings. The wildlife we saw was spectacular: deer, all kinds of birds and then - a golden eagle. That was the highlight of the trip. The boat is equipped with blankets... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 September 2012

A six hour plus cruise up and down a spectacular loch, with the chance of seeing wildlife along the lock side and clinging to the almost sheer cliff sides, or soaring above them. Jim is a great skipper and guide, laid back and constantly on the look out for the wildlife, yet completely attentive to his passenger's needs. You can... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 September 2012

This was a whistle stop tour to stay with friends with a (equally fabulous) B&B down the road. Although they live 10 minutes away and had recommended this boat trip, they had never actually experienced it for themselves. Well they were as blown away as we were. We had the boat, and indeed the Lock, to ourselves with Skipper Jim... More

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