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Wildlife Experiences in Moidart, Ardnamurchan and Lochaber

This page lists trip reports of wildlife experiences that are available from a range of operators in the Moidart, Ardnamurchan, Arisaig, Mallaig and Lochaber areas. These reports are based on our own experiences and aim to offer some guidance in what to expect from these and similar adventures.

1

Treshnish Isles and Fingal's Cave

 (Coastal Island)
The Treshnish Isles

A popular day trip leaving from Kilchoan or Tobermory, travelling by boat to the Treshnish Isles and Staffa to see the sea bird colonies and Fingals Cave.

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Source: www.wildlochaber.com/wildlife-experience/treshnish-isles-and-fingals-cave

2

Isle of Rum

 (The Small Isles)
Common Dolphins spotted from the ferry to Rum

The Isle of Rum is a National Nature Reserve managed by Scottish Natural Heritage and renowned for it's wild landscape and population of red deer. There are several walks on the Isle, the historic Kinloch Castle and plenty of opportunities for wildlife watching or simply enjoying stunning views...

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Source: www.wildlochaber.com/wildlife-experience/isle-rum

3

Isle of Mull Sea Eagle Adventure

 (Isle of Mull)
Female Sea Eagle

A three hour wildlife boat trip on Loch na Keal with good chances of seeing Sea Eagles at very close quarters as well as a range of other coastal birds, seals and possibly cetaceans.

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Source: www.wildlochaber.com/wildlife-experience/isle-mull-sea-eagle-adventure

4

Isle of Eigg

 (The Small Isles)
The red waymarked path heads to the top of An Sgurr

The Isle of Eigg makes for a good day trip, as well as longer stays, accessible by ferry from Mallaig and Arisaig. In our five hours ashore we explored the south west of Eigg along the community maintained way marked walking routes.

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Source: www.wildlochaber.com/wildlife-experience/isle-of-eigg

5

Mull Eagle Watch

 (Isle of Mull)
Fingal the male white tailed eagle and two chicks

An opportunity to view white tailed eagles on the nest with RSPB and Forestry Commisison rangers on the Isle of Mull.

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Source: www.wildlochaber.com/wildlife-experience/mull-eagle-watch

6

RSPB Glenborrodale Wildlife Walk

 (Ardnamurchan)
 Looking for palmate newts in early summer - A hands on willdife experience

A weekly summertime wildlife walk with the RSPB warden around The Glenborrodale RSPB Reserve

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Source: www.wildlochaber.com/wildlife-experience/rspb-glenborrodale-wildlife-walk

7

Whale and Dolphin Wildlife Cruise from Mallaig

 (Mallaig)
The Isle of Eigg, and a common dolphin

The willdife cruise with Seafari from Mallaig is a great opportunity to get close to whales and dolphins in the Hebridean waters around Morar and the Small Isles.

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Source: www.wildlochaber.com/wildlife-experience/whale-and-dolphin-wildlife-cruise-from-mallaig

8

Loch Sunart Wildlife Ferry to Tobermory

 (Ardnamurchan)
Tobermory harbour

A relaxing and pleasant cruise to Tobermory from Salen Jetty on Loch Sunart taking in the wildlife on route. A great way to travel to The Isle of Mulll on a fine day.

Read more

Source: www.wildlochaber.com/wildlife-experience/loch-sunart-wildlife-ferry-tobermory

9

Isle of Mull Sea Eagle Adventure

 (Isle of Mull)
Female Sea Eagle

A three hour wildlife boat trip on Loch na Keal with good chances of seeing Sea Eagles at very close quarters as well as a range of other coastal birds, seals and possibly cetaceans.

Read more

Source: www.wildlochaber.com/wildlife-experience/isle-mull-sea-eagle-adventure

10

Loch Shiel Wildlife Cruise

 (Moidart)
The Jetty at Acharacle, Ardnamurchan

A lovely cruise with a knowledgeable and friendly skipper down Loch Shiel with chances of spotting eagle, osprey, black and red throated divers and other wildlife.

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Source: www.wildlochaber.com/wildlife-experience/loch-shiel-wildlife-cruise

11

Crannog Cruise on Loch Linnhe

 (Fort William)
Heading off down Loch Linnhe on The Souters Lass

A very pleasant cruise down Loch Linnhe from Fort William aboard the Souters Lass. The cruise affords a good opportunity to enjoy some stunning scenery and spot a range of wildlife.

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Source: www.wildlochaber.com/wildlife-experience/crannog-cruise-loch-linnhe

12

Mull Eagle Watch

 (Isle of Mull)
Fingal the male white tailed eagle and two chicks

An opportunity to view white tailed eagles on the nest with RSPB and Forestry Commisison rangers on the Isle of Mull.

Read more

Source: www.wildlochaber.com/wildlife-experience/mull-eagle-watch

13

Isle of Rum

 (The Small Isles)
Common Dolphins spotted from the ferry to Rum

The Isle of Rum is a National Nature Reserve managed by Scottish Natural Heritage and renowned for it's wild landscape and population of red deer. There are several walks on the Isle, the historic Kinloch Castle and plenty of opportunities for wildlife watching or simply enjoying stunning views...

Read more

Source: www.wildlochaber.com/wildlife-experience/isle-rum

14

Loch Sunart Wildlife Ferry to Tobermory

 (Ardnamurchan)
Tobermory harbour

A relaxing and pleasant cruise to Tobermory from Salen Jetty on Loch Sunart taking in the wildlife on route. A great way to travel to The Isle of Mulll on a fine day.

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Source: www.wildlochaber.com/wildlife-experience/loch-sunart-wildlife-ferry-tobermory

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  • Isle of Eigg
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  • Kentra Moss
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Willdife Experiences

  • Crannog Cruise on Loch Linnhe
  • Isle of Eigg
  • Isle of Mull Sea Eagle Adventure
  • Isle of Rum
  • Loch Shiel Wildlife Cruise
  • Loch Sunart Wildlife Ferry to Tobermory
  • Mull Eagle Watch
  • RSPB Glenborrodale Wildlife Walk
  • Treshnish Isles and Fingal's Cave
  • Whale and Dolphin Wildlife Cruise from Mallaig
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