Mull, Iona and Coll: Skippers choice of anchorages
Monday, 2 January 2017
Our Mull, Iona and Coll cruise is an exceptional island hopping itinerary with so much variety and beauty in the landscape and environment. A 6-night cruise is not long enough to explore the whole area but, just to give you a flavour of the choice on offer, here is a list of some of the Skippers most favourite anchorages. The weather and wind direction will play a large part in choosing which part of Mull any cruise will explore, but as you can see, wherever you land, it’s going to be stunning! Needless to say, the best way to experience the magic of Mull is from the sea.
Read MoreReview of the Caledonian Canal Explorer by Robin Mckelvie
Wednesday, 26 October 2016
Robin came on board our Caledonian Canal Explorer 6-night cruise in October 2016 – here is the direct link to his blog article on Welcome to Scotland.
Read MoreVivi's Report: Skye and Small Isles 6-night cruise
Monday, 26 September 2016
Skye and Small Isles 6-night cruise: 17th – 23 September. Our first steam provided great scenery, especially in the spectacular late summer light. One very distant eagle was spotted soaring over the Morvern hills and we had guillemots, razorbills and gulls galore, but no gannets this time. We anchored in Loch na Droma Buidhe and sat down for our first meal: apricot and mozzarella salad; salmon ballotine; and spiced apple crumble.
Read MoreVivi’s report – Skye and Small Isles cruise 20th August
Tuesday, 30 August 2016
We were treated to a surfeit of cetaceans on this cruise! Minke whales, bottlenose and common dolphins and an extremely rare sighting of a pod of at least 40 porpoises. There were also front seat views of an otter and white-tailed eagles amongst other wildlife delights. And of course, the scenery, the sunsets and the
Read MoreVivi’s report: Outer Hebrides Wildlife Adventure Cruise 8 Aug 2016
Monday, 22 August 2016
Weather-wise the cruise was typical Outer Hebrides with a total contrast from very wet and windy to soaking up the hot sun on the top deck or taking a plunge in Loch Nevis! The guests decided against going to St Kilda due to the stormy weather early in the week, enticed by the many other
Read MoreVivi’s cruise report: Private Charter with Turkish Belly Dancing!
Friday, 5 August 2016
Saturday This week’s private charter had a fantastic itinerary that everyone, the guests and the crew alike, were very excited about; Jura, Islay, Colonsay, Staffa, Lunga and Mull were on the list. As we set out from Oban after having enjoyed sparkling wine, scones and canapés we were all holding our fingers firmly
Read MoreSt Kilda & Outer Hebrides Wildlife Cruise 11 – 21 July 2016
Thursday, 28 July 2016
Day1: With our guests onboard and the safety briefing done we left Oban’s North Pier in sunshine and headed west, passing the Isle of Lismore into the Sound of Mull. Straight away it could be seen that we had some enthusiastic birdwatchers and photographers onboard as everyone was up forward looking for birds and taking photos. We were accompanied of course by our onboard guide and professional wildlife photographer Chris Gomersall.
Read MoreSkippers Report: Photography Cruise with Chris Gomersall, 2-10th July
Wednesday, 13 July 2016
We were delighted to welcome back Chris Jackson as the Skipper aboard our annual photography cruise with Chris Gomersall - here is his report. Karen Aspen was Chef and Chris Gomersall took some photos of her delicious food.
Read MorePhotography cruise with Chris Gomersall – wildlife highlights
Tuesday, 12 July 2016
Our Idyllic Islands Hebridean Photography Cruise departing on July 2nd and led by Chris Gomersall provided many wildlife highlights. There were several close sightings of at least 6 different individual white-tailed eagles,
Read MoreVivi’s report: St Kilda & Outer Hebrides Wildlife Adventure Cruise
Thursday, 30 June 2016
We did not reach St Kilda on our latest 10 night St Kilda & Outer Hebrides Wildlife Adventure Cruise, but despite the occasionally strong winds we reached many intriguing islands including Mingulay, which is often called mini-Hirta because of the many resemblances.
Read MoreVivi’s Report: First St Kilda Cruise of the Season
Tuesday, 31 May 2016
Ourr first St Kilda trip for the season was a great success thanks to both fantastic guests and crew who both were eager to reach the magical archipelago despite occasional rough seas. And for the millions of birds and fantastic history the islands have to offer it is always worth it in the end with all guests hailing it as a trip of a lifetime
Read MoreVivi’s report from our May Skye and Small Isles cruise
Monday, 16 May 2016
As usual, we welcomed our guests onboard with sparkling wine, canapés and grandma Mary’s scones. Once everyone was settled into their cabins and had been given a safety briefing by Skipper Rob and Bosun Sarah we set off up across the Firth of Lorn and up into the Sound of Mull headed for our first anchor of the night...
Read MoreVivi's report from our first cruise of the season
Wednesday, 11 May 2016
We welcomed our first guests for the season with sparkling wine, canapés and grandma Mary’s famous scones. Once everyone was settled into their cabins and had been given a safety briefing by Skipper Rob and Bosun Sarah we set off up across the Firth of Lorn and up into the Sound of Mull.
Read MoreCruise and cycle the Caledonian Canal
Wednesday, 27 January 2016
The Caledonian Canal Explorer 6-night cruise is a one-way journey through the very heart of Scotland from the east coast to the west coast, along the magnificent Caledonian Canal. The scenery from the boat is outstanding but we have had enquiries from guests who wish to bring their bikes on board.
Read MoreHebrides Cruises contributes to science
Friday, 6 November 2015
For the 2015 season Hebrides Cruises teamed up with the Hebridean Whale and Dolphin Trust to become the first cruise company in Scotland to record sightings during their cruises, using the same software as a marine scientist. The Hebrides is one of the best places in Europe for spotting marine megafauna
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We have recently returned from the 4 night wildlife Inner Hebrides cruise on the Elizabeth G. We so enjoyed the cruise. Our fellow passengers were a delight, so very kind when my husband had difficulty walking half way through a walk ashore. The crew could not have been more helpful, Alistair our Captain and Lindsey our wildlife expert knowing where to go to see as much wildlife as possible and the most beautiful and calm places to anchor for the night. We saw the big 5! Craig, our Bosun was very attentive and generous with the wine! The weather was mostly kind, except whenever we got into the tender it would rain but as soon as we landed it stopped! We have never seen so many gorgeous rainbows. The food was exceptional and so much of it! Charlie, you’re a genius to be able to produce that quality of food in the tiny galley! We were sad when the trip ended, so sad in fact, that we have booked another cruise for next April!
Ruth Wiseman: 30 September 2023Inner Hebrides Big 5 Autumn Wildlife Cruise