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Eilean Glas RIB Tours
COME AND EXPERIENCE THE WONDERS OF SCALPAY
An T-Eilean Boidheach
WHAT WE OFFER
Our tours are a mix of local history, scenery and wildlife. On our main tour, which starts in the North Harbour of Scalpay, you will experience all that the island has to offer. A rich variety of birds, seals, dolphins, whales and iconic landmarks as seen from the sea. We can also offer alternative tours that take in the nearby deserted settlements, or to the enchanted Shiant Islands, where you can enjoy the amazing geology of the islands, as well as the puffin and other sea bird colonies.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHEN DO THE TOURS DEPART?
We normally run tours Monday to Friday. Our regular tour is the Scalpay scenic, local history and wildlife tour. This will depart at either 1000 or 1400, depending on weather and tides. We also offer a non-landing, trip to the Shiant Islands and this usually departs at 1330 but may change due to weather or tidal constraints. All our tours are weather dependent and can be cancelled at short notice if we deem the conditions unsuitable. Should this happen, we will do our best to offer alternative options.
HOW LONG IS THE TOUR?
Our regular tour normally lasts around 2 hours depending on what wildlife we see and how long we stop to say hello to them! For our Shiant Islands trip we allow 3 hours. We ask all passengers to be there 15 minutes beforehand to allow for safety briefings etc.
We also ask that all passengers wear warm and waterproof clothing as it can be a lot cooler at sea than on land.
HOW MUCH IS THE TOUR?
Due to increases in costs our 2hr tour will be £80 for an adult and £40 for under 16's. The Shiant Islands tour is £100 for adults and £50 for U-16s and for the deserted settlements tour it is £80 for adults and £40 for U-16s. Payment is made on the day of the tour, either by cash or card. We operate a no sail no pay policy, as the weather is one thing we have no control over.
WHERE DOES THE TOUR DEPART FROM?
We operate out of the Marina, North Harbour, Scalpay. Once you come off the Scalpay bridge, turn left at the t-junction after the bus shelter, then follow the road into the village. When you pass the North Harbour Bistro, take the next right and you will arrive at the harbour. We are situated in the small blue container opposite the Community Centre.
CONTACT US
Please feel free to contact us if you would like more information, have a special request, or would like to make a booking. You can Email, WhatsApp or call us on the number below. If we don't answer please leave a message as we may be busy enjoying a tour! We will reply as soon as we can.
Kenny on 07711828801