Boat Trips
Boating
Whether you hire one of our boats, bring your own small boat or dinghy, or go on one of the many available guided boat trips, for many people there is nothing to beat “mucking about in boats”.
The immediate area of the Sound of Seil and Ardmaddy Bay are protected much of the time from the wilder weather by the Islands of Seil, Luing and Torsa.
There is a private jetty at Ardmaddy and Craigullean (aka the Ferryman’s Cottage) has its own private slipway.
Guests are welcome to go paddleboarding, kayaking and windsurfing with their own equipment and at their own risk.
If you would like to bring your own boat please contact us first to confirm feasibility and options re launching, mooring / storage.
In season there is mackerel fishing and other exciting sea-fishing options both near shore and further afield via the various guided operators.
Boat Hire Information
We have the following boats available to hire, subject to availability, so please book early to avoid disappointment:
22’ DRASCOMBE LONGBOAT (Teal) with outboard
15/16’ BOAT with cuddy (Skylark) with outboard
15/16’ BOAT with cuddy (Eider) with outboard
12’ SAILING/Rowing DINGHY (Puffin) only with outboard if rowing
13’ DELLQUAY DORY (Walrus) with outboard
All prices include VAT at 20% and Life Jackets or Buoyancy Aid, and daily hire includes Fuel. Weekly hire includes fuel provision at the agreed price per litre mixed.
Guided Boat Trips
If you don't have your own boat, or don't feel confident to go out on your own, but would still like a trip on the water, there are many boats offering trips of varying duration, details for which are given further down this page. For some this is an opportunity to go wildlife spotting, whale watching, visiting the world famous Corryvreckan whirlpool, sight seeing or just for the joy of it.
Boat Trip Contacts
Sealife Adventures (Porpoise II)
This boat offers safety and comfort, including an onboard toilet. You can sit in a heated wheelhouse, or enjoy the fresh sea breeze on the deck of this spacious boat. Cruises are suitable for the whole family. Complementary hot drinks, biscuits and binoculars are provided, along with commentary by an enthusiastic wildlife guide.
Tel: 01631 571010 or 01852 300203
www.sealife-adventures.com
info@sealife-adventures.com
Seafari Adventures
A combination of high adventure and exhilaration with the thrill of close encounters with sea life and scenery. Trips include Corryvreckan, whale & dolphin watching, Garvellachs, Colonsay, Iona & Staffa. See porpoise, dolphins, whales, basking shark, otters, eagles and much more. The team offer an interactive tour with lots of information.
Tel: 01852 300003
www.seafari.co.uk/oban/
seafari_oban@yahoo.co.uk
Craignish Cruises (Sea Leopard II)
Guided wildlife trips and private charters to Corryvreckan, Dorus Mor, Scarba, Garvellachs. The Sea Leopard has a facilities suitable for anyone with limited mobility and a heated wheelhouse with seating for up to 12, a small galley and a canopy over half the deck. Hot and cold drinks with shortbread are available for a small charge.
0845 3979824 or 07747 023038
www.craignishcruises.co.uk
lindsay@sealeopard.org
