When on holiday in the Isle of Skye one of the must do activities is to take a boat trip with Skye Boat Trips. Skye Boat Trips is a locally run business in the small village of Elgol by a man named Alistair Mackinnon. Alistair has lived and fished out of Elgol all his life so his knowledge of the area and the wildlife is immense. The skipper of the boat, Oliver, is also a local fisherman so between the two of them they can tell you a great deal about the area itself. They can also help you to have the best possible chance of seeing the wildlife which Elgol and the surrounding areas have to offer.
Skye Boat Trips offer trips to the beautiful and extremely popular Loch Coruisk 4 times a day, with trips leaving from the pier in Elgol at 9:50, 12:45, 14:45 and 16:45. Loch Coruisk is an extremely beautiful area of Skye no matter what the weather. In the sunshine you get the amazing views of the Cuillins, the surrounding islands and Loch Coruisk itself. While in the rain however you can see a completely different view with it creating an almost sinister atmosphere. It can feel like a completely different place depending on the weather. On your way to Loch Coruisk, just before you reach your destination, there is a high possibility of seeing Seals and depending upon the time of year they may also have their seal pups there too.
Skye Boat Trips also offer trips to some of the smaller islands around Skye such as Canna, Eigg, Rum, Muck and Soay. If you wish to book a trip to any of these islands you will need to organise this in advance with Skye Boat Trips. These islands all have different stories behind them so what better way to hear about it than through a local. In fact the skipper of the boat, Oliver, lives in Soay so who better to hear the history of the Island from. He will be able to tell you all about Gavin Maxwell’s famous shark factory. If you choose to head to one of these islands then you may have more of a chance of seeing some of the other wildlife. Early this month Skye Boat Trips have spotted Dolphins, Puffins and Minke Whale near the Island of Canna. There have also been sightings of porpoise, sea eagles, basking sharks and otters around the area.
Skye Boat Trips also have an underwater camera on board their boat allowing you to see all the excitement beneath the waves as well as above. The camera is available upon request and can really add to the excitement of the whole experience. If you are feeling even more adventurous then Skye Boat Trips are also offering fishing and diving trips. The boat is fully kitted out to take up to 12 people diving so do not hesitate to get in touch if this is something you would be interested in.
Skye Boat Trips offer trips to the beautiful and extremely popular Loch Coruisk 4 times a day, with trips leaving from the pier in Elgol at 9:50, 12:45, 14:45 and 16:45. Loch Coruisk is an extremely beautiful area of Skye no matter what the weather. In the sunshine you get the amazing views of the Cuillins, the surrounding islands and Loch Coruisk itself. While in the rain however you can see a completely different view with it creating an almost sinister atmosphere. It can feel like a completely different place depending on the weather. On your way to Loch Coruisk, just before you reach your destination, there is a high possibility of seeing Seals and depending upon the time of year they may also have their seal pups there too.
Skye Boat Trips also offer trips to some of the smaller islands around Skye such as Canna, Eigg, Rum, Muck and Soay. If you wish to book a trip to any of these islands you will need to organise this in advance with Skye Boat Trips. These islands all have different stories behind them so what better way to hear about it than through a local. In fact the skipper of the boat, Oliver, lives in Soay so who better to hear the history of the Island from. He will be able to tell you all about Gavin Maxwell’s famous shark factory. If you choose to head to one of these islands then you may have more of a chance of seeing some of the other wildlife. Early this month Skye Boat Trips have spotted Dolphins, Puffins and Minke Whale near the Island of Canna. There have also been sightings of porpoise, sea eagles, basking sharks and otters around the area.
Skye Boat Trips also have an underwater camera on board their boat allowing you to see all the excitement beneath the waves as well as above. The camera is available upon request and can really add to the excitement of the whole experience. If you are feeling even more adventurous then Skye Boat Trips are also offering fishing and diving trips. The boat is fully kitted out to take up to 12 people diving so do not hesitate to get in touch if this is something you would be interested in.
