1 July 2019
Booking experience with Hebrides Cruises was very good. We were given lots of information about the cruise and phoned Emma several times with queries which she answered. Our Skipper James and guide Lynsey were tuned in to the aspirations of the group and ensured we got to see as much as possible given the weather conditions. Stopping at the Shiants was an absolute bonus. The anchorages were all very good and the scenery was stunning. Wildlife was wonderful everywhere we went. The walks were great and crew were informative and knowledgeable. We cannot think of anything that had been overlooked. It was all well thought out to give us a good cruise and holiday combined with a wonderful wildlife experience. Don't hesitate, Hebrides Cruises are very professional . We could not have been in better hands and look forward to another cruise in the not to distant future!
Christine Rose
The cruise was excellent. St Kilda is breath taking for its geology, bird life and mysterious historic buildings. Gill and I quite spontaneously both compared its haunting atmosphere with Machu Picchu. Rob the captain took us as close as possible to some wonderful bird covered cliffs, stacks and caves and homed in on bird flocks, seals, minke whales, dolphins, otters and other wildlife sights whenever he glimpsed them. We enjoyed walking on Hirta and the other islands where we saw so many wildflowers. We were lucky to see the St Kilda mouse and wren although TV enthusiasts might consider the Balamory cat more important. I was surprised to learn that the crew of four had not all worked together many times as they formed such a well co-ordinated team. All the passengers got along well. Rob the captain seemed to know the islands in detail and is obviously a man of many accomplishments but still seemed happy to help serve meals. Sian, the lady chef, produced very fine meals and evening dinners were a culinary and social joy. Craig seemed to be everywhere helping and Zoe the naturalist never stopped looking for wildlife and pointing it out from the boat and when she guided us on the islands. We are both somewhat stiff jointed but with a little help we had no trouble with beach landings. We slept in one of the two smaller cabins. There was no space to spare but we quickly made ourselves at home and were very comfortable. The little wet room worked well. We can happily recommend Hebrides Cruises to anybody. Thanks to all you all.
Gill & Paul Gillians: 5 July 2021St Kilda and the isles of the Outer Hebrides