Brennan Fairbairns, James Fairbairns, Richard Fairbairns, Lewis Drysdale

www.sealifesurveys.com (day trips)

www.seawildscotland.com (holiday packages)

01688 302916

info@sealifesurveys.com

Sea Life Surveys, established twenty-one years ago, was the first and is now the most experienced whale watching, dolphin watching, marine survey, and education programme in the UK. Establishing the Hebridean Whale and Dolphin Trust in 1992, Sea Life Surveys is still actively conducting a research programme focused on the Minke whale and contributing directly to marine conservation.

Three boats allow a wide range of trips to suit everyone from families and complete beginners to professional marine students and salty sea dogs.

Daily cruises of 1/2hr, 2hr, 4hr and 8hr in length, as well as package holidays ofbetween 2 to 7 days. Become involved with our research projects, or just kick back, relax and enjoy the adventure... something for everyone! 96% sightings rate.

Based in Tobermory on Mull.

Tony Hill, Steve Patterson, George Houston, Gavin Devaney, Jess Hill, Liz Coutts, Chris Barnett.

www.seafari.co.uk

01852 300003

oban@seafari.co.uk

Seafari Adventures (Oban) provides marine eco-tours in Firth of Lorne (European Special Area of Conservation), south of Oban.

Tours include the Gulf of Corryvreckan - home of the worlds third largest whirlpool, plus whalewatching tours, landing tours to local islands, and a daily ferry to Iona. Species include minke whales, porpoise, bottlenose dolphins, seals, otters, deer, sea eagles, golden eagles and a vast array of other seabirds.

We are a Visit Scotland accredited 4* wildlife experience, and a founder member of Wild Scotland. Boats always operate with both skipper and crew/naturalist.

Based at Easdale conservation village, just south of Oban. Bed & breakfast available. Full information from our ticket office. Open all year (limited winter sailings).

mull of kintyreseatours

www.mull-of-kintyre.co.uk

01586 830301

info@mull-of-kintyre.co.uk

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kilda cruises

www.kildacruises.co.uk

01859 502060

07760 281804

angus@kildacruises.co.uk

Kilda Cruises is based in The Isle of Harris and aims to provide a fast, comfortable day trip service with St Kilda as our main destination, and other remote outlying islands by request.

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gairloch marine life centre andcruises

www.porpoise-gairloch.co.uk

01445 712326

mail@porpoise-gairloch.co.uk

Since 1989 we have offered scenic and wildlife cruises aboard our fully equipped and certified 31' passenger vessel, the MV Starquest. Visitors are often rewarded with sightings of whales, dolphins and porpoises and eagles in flight. Owned and operated by a marine biologist there is an emphasis on education within our Wildlife Information Centre and out on the water.

We cruise daily between Easter and the end of September from Charlestown Harbour, Gairloch where you will be welcomed aboard by your skipper Ian.

river

rocket

www.3lochscruises.com

01369 707054

email riverrocket

Step aboard and let us take you into the fascinating Sea Lochs of the Firth of Clyde. Our leisurely 3 Lochs Scenic Sea Cruise takes you across the Holy Loch, north up Loch Long and then into remote Loch Goil. Expect to see seals, porpoise, gannet,eider and from time to time occasional visitors such as dolphins and basking sharks. These lochs form the coastal boundary of the Loch Lomond National Park and we think a 3 Lochs Cruise is the ideal way to enjoy the wildlife and beautiful fjord-like scenery with the added fun of traveling in a safe stable fast open powerboat. Your skipper will stop and chat and binoculars are available for this leisurely , outdoors and informative trip. Why not combine your love of wildlife and scenery with the thrill of a faster ride on one of our High Speed Adventure Rides. These trips take in large chunks of the Firth of Clyde and you can expect to see varied scenery, shipping, wildlife and on our Rocks and Wrecks trip we even get up close to a thumping great ship wreck! River Rocket is based at the Holy Loch, Sandbank near Dunoon on the west of the Firth of Clyde – about 30 miles (plus a short ferry hop) from Glasgow and less than an hour from bonnie Loch Lomond.

cumbrae

voyages

www.cumbraevoyages.co.uk

0845 2570404

07795 836543

email cumbrae voyages

Fantastic Marine Wildlife Adventures... Let us take you on a unforgettable marine adventure. CUMBRAE VOYAGES offers unforgettable marine adventures and wildlife tours amongst the beautiful islands of the lower Clyde. Join us for a fully interactive expedition onboard our custom built, 12 seat, Rigid Inflatable Boats. The speed and manoeuvrability of our boats allow us to take you to areas seldom visited, providing you with close encounters of the islands wildlife safely and enjoyably.Voyage around the Cumbraes, view the spectacular scenery, wonder at the variety and beauty of the wildlife which surrounds these Islands. Each trip provides a mixture of exhilaration and sensitive appreciation of the fantastic wildlife.

hebridean

whale

cruises

www.hebridean-whale-cruises.co.uk

Tel 01445 712458
Free phone 0800 008 6833

email us!

Hebridean Whale Cruises operates from Gairloch Pier in the North West Highlands of Scotland. We are open all year so you can encounter all the seasonal wildlife the Hebrides is famous for. Our survey area is huge and we are the only operators to monitor vast areas of the North Minch. As this is open to the North Atlantic we have a good reputation for the more unusual sightings of Humpback, Sei, Fin and even Sperm Whales! Regular "hat-tricks" of Minke whale, Common Dolphin and Harbour Porpoise on a single cruise.

Cruises run daily and are of 1-3hrs. From late April until Mid August we visit the Shiant Islands, the only way to get there from mainland Scotland (3hr) to see puffins. Our vessels have been custom built for maximum passenger comfort. The M.V. Kerry a traditional cruiser has a fixed canopy and retractable window side panels, so you can be protected from the wind and the rain. Orca 1 is a 11m offshore RHIB with cushioned seating, everyone is issued with full body flotation suits and visors. On shore facilities include a wildlife centre next to the Harbour Lights Cafe on Pier Rd where you can take advantage of our charts and interactive software to learn more about the marine life found in the Hebrides. With the huge map of the area we can also recommend areas to search for land and marine fauna.

Laurie A. Mill

01738 840370

email Laurie

36 - 43ft modern yachts

West coast of Scotland

Iain Wilson

01687 462844

07766 082757

calannaboat@knoydart.org

Day charters from Knoydart and Mallaig for whale and shark watching.

Explore Knoydart and the Small Isles with a local Highland skipper.

Wildlife and picnics

33ft Lochain vessel, licensed for 11 passengers.

Tony and Olga Hammock

www.seafreedomkayak.co.uk

01631 710173

info@seafreedomkayak.co.uk

Seafreedom is a mobile sea kayak resource based at Connel, near Oban, on the West Coast of Scotland, We run trips and sessions for individuals and small groups. We want you to experience that special kind of freedom that is sea kayaking. We can go places that almost no one else can get to. Our craft are silent and create no fumes so if we are careful we can see coastal wildlife without disturbance.

If you have never been before, try a beginner's session to see what it is all about. If you already have some experience, let's go and explore the wild coast and islands of the Firth of Lorn or the Hebrides - or Alaska - or wherever you want to go. And while we are out there, we will teach you everything you need to know, from basic techniques and safety, through advanced paddling skills to navigation and trip planning.

David Brown, Martin Muirhead, Quentin Banting, Gavin Martin, Donald Lockley, Jess MacLennan and Joanna Lockley

www.bellajane.co.uk

www.aquaxplore.co.uk

0800 731 3089

01471 866244

david@bellajane.co.uk

Experience the remote and beautiful isles of Canna, Rum, Soay, Eigg and the Cuillin and Loch Coruisk.

Breathtaking scenery, unique history and abundant wildlife - look out for Minke whales, Basking Sharks, Seals, Dolphins, Porpoises, Otters, Sea-Eagles, Puffins and majestic seabirds in this rich marine environment.and trips to Loch Scavaig.

We also offer private and commercial charters, school, club & group events, and corporate days. See our website for further info.

tramoyle international

Gordon Deas and Moira Deas

www.tramoyle.com

0141 942 8591

Clyde and Antrim coasts. Day trips arranged to cover special occasions.

Filming a speciality.

Homeport: Largs, North Ayrshire and Cushendall, Red Bay, Co. Antrim.

Vessel 7.4m Cukin R.I.B.

hebridean adventure

Michael Asher and Darren Williams

www.hebrideanadventure.co.uk

01688 302044

email Hebridean Adventure

Daily and evening marine wildlife and whale watching cruises from Tobermory, Isle of Mull, in the Sound of Mull and Loch Sunart aboard classic 23m sailing ship. We take a maximum of 12 passengers in relaxed and spacious comfort. We have very experienced, professional, knowledgeable and helpful crew. All our cruises start and end in Tobermory, but we do offer packages (including ferry and/or bus) to transport you to Tobermory for your convenience.

Prices and further details are available on our website. Discounts for children.

dry island boat trips

Ian McWhinney

www.dryisland.co.uk

01445 741263

Creel fishing and wildlife watching trips leaving from historical Dry Island Pier.

See creels lifted from a traditional creel boat filled with interest.

No more than 5 persons per trip.

seaprobe atlantis

Nigel Smith

www.seabprobeatlantis.com

0800 980 4846

seaprobe@msn.com

Seaprobe Atlantis is Scotland's only semi-submersible glass bottom boat, operating from Kyle of Lochalsh, Special Area of Marine Conservation.

See seals, otters, beautiful scenery, seabirds, occasional dolphins and whales, and of course the underwater kelp forest teeming with marine life.

rathmor marine

D.Gallagher

www.rathmor.co.uk

01475 522930

07774 287771

D.Gallagher@rathmor.co.uk

Firth of Clyde (Inverkip) based marine tourism operator. Join us for the very best Wildlife and Adventure experience. During the vast majority of our trip we will see Seals and Porpoise, with Basking Shark and occasionally Whales spotted on our Round Bute Trips.

Why not book a private trip for your Celebration, whether it for a special birthday, Stag/Hen weekend or just a break away with the boys (or girls) then we can provide you with something different altogether. From a day to weekend(or longer) we can arrange it for you, in the Firth of Clyde, including all sea lochs.

Also private ferry services and marine duties.

ardmay house outdoor centre

Andrew Ritchie

www.ardmay.com

01301 702998

andrew@ardmay.com

cedar cottage

Angus McHattie

01471 822506

email Angus

Self-catering, farm-based, natural heritage related tourism business.

Involved in coastal zone management and training & promotion of green/ecotourism.

shieldaig shellfish

Kenneth Livingstone

01520 755310

info@shieldaigexport.co.uk

A marine tourism business operating from Shieldaig on Loch Torridon in Wester Ross.

Looks at all aspects of marine life, with ROV (remote operated vehicle underwater) and observe in the field the only Marine Stewardship Council approved sustainable fishery.

Marian & Charlie Simmie

www.sanclare.com

07710 043 754 or

07786 456 883

info@sanclare.com

Mark Henrys & Hannah Thompson

www.northernlight-uk.com

Phone: 01631 740595

Fax: 01631 740596

info@northernlight-uk.com

Set up in 1995 we offer Hebridean Island & Wildlife Cruises from Oban on the west coast of Scotland. Our 4 - 8 night cruises travel the Hebrides frequently visiting St Kilda, famed for vast numbers of sea birds and amazing sea cliffs and stacs. Winner of the 2005 “Green Highlands Tourism Award” we strive to balance the needs and wants of our customers with the realities of the places we visit, some of which are fragile, wild places. We follow strict Codes of Conduct and our Environmental Policy is published on our website. We also donate £5 per cruise customer to local charities.

Our relaxed, informal and friendly cruises include visits to remote islands, daily walks and great photo opportunities. We regularly see minke whales, dolphins (common, bottle-nosed, white-beaked, Risso’s), basking shark, puffins, gannets, skuas, petrels, golden and sea eagles, otters, seals, deer etc. Excellent food and a maximum of 12 guests.

Wilson Smith, Anne Smith & Robin Smith

www.kintyreexpress.com

01294 270160

info@kintyreexpress.com

From the moment you depart on the Express, every minute is a fascinating Wild life Sea Safari. Aboard the boat you will be travelling at speeds of (30knots+) and are still struggling to keep pace with an array of amazing sea birds, including eider duck, diving gannets, puffins, razor bills and guillemots.

There is also the possibility of coming across seals, basking sharks, dolphins, harbour porpoises and as you can see from our brochure the occasional sighting of a magnificent minke whale.

Ronnie Dyer and Angus MacLean

www.arisaig.co.uk

01687 450224

info@arisaig.co.uk

Take a day trip aboard the MV Sheerwater, or use her to travel between the islands. The Sheerwater operates daily from late April until late September, departing Arisaig at 11.00 am. The Schedule varies through the week to give you the opportunity to visit and explore the contrasting islands of Eigg, Muck or Rum. A variety of accommodation is available on all of the islands and many visitors return to spend a week’s holiday or more so they can enjoy their full potential.

A wide array of sea and bird life can be spotted on and around the islands and it is not unusual for sailings to be slightly late due to a detour to watch Minke Whales, Basking Sharks or Dolphins!

The Sheerwater is skippered by Ronnie Dyer. With nearly 30 years' experience in these waters, Ronnie is well respected among local boat and wildlife operators. His wealth of knowledge about the bird and sea life around the Arisaig area has earned him a well-deserved reputation for finding whales!

Sue Jackson, Tom Jackson and Andrew Jackson

view their website

01972 500208

ardcharters@aol.com

Ardnamurchan Charters is a family firm established in 1985. We offer boat charters in Loch Sunart, around Ardnamurchan and the Hebrides. In the summer months we also visit Coll, Muck, Staffa and the Treshnish Islands on a weekly basis. We specialise in cetacean and bird watching.

We also offer group accomodation on the mainland and the privately owned island of Carna, Loch Sunart (boat hire included).

Mark Woombs

www.seaknoydart.co.uk

01687 460046

mark@seaknoydart.co.uk

Sea Knoydart provides fast, comfortable and safe transport to and from Knoydart, the surrounding islands and almost anywhere you might want to go on the west coast of Scotland.

Our exhilarating wildlife and sight-seeing tours are skippered by a qualified marine biologist of over 20yrs experience, who can probably answer all your questions about what lives in and on the sea.

Patrick Weldon

01687 482422-424

glebecot@hotmail.com

Medical services to Eigg, Rum, Muck and Canna.

Redbay rib (Tamo).

Gordon Mackay and Aileen Robertson

www.divers-eye.co.uk

or Dive and Sea website

01470 592219

boatrips@divers-eye.co.uk

or Dive and Sea email

Boat trips and diving with a difference. Our shoreside dive centre, established in 1986, is based on the Waternish Peninsula in NW Skye, in the quiet historic fishing village of Stein. From Lochbay, easy access to the magnificent coastal waters of the Minch, presents plummeting sea-cliffs and white coral beaches, beside shallow reefs and clear deep blue seas offering endless word class diving opportunities!

With reliable dive charter boat, experienced diver skipper and Stein Inn on the doorstep, our single stop dive centre offers all you need. In-water encounters with a basking shark remain an occasional lucky treat, whilst sightings are become increasingly more common. Accompanied to the dive site by porpoise or dolphins, a glimpse of a whale makes an even more special day.

Suresh Paul

www.equaladventure.co.uk

01479 861200

equal@equaladventure.co.uk

Equal Adventure is committed to removing barriers faced by disabled people when seeking full and meaningful participation in outdoor activities and active lifestyles.

We offer a range of people centered multi-disciplinary, research, design development, training and information initiatives to ensure that you and your organization are able to overcome barriers.

We work with organisations to help them include disabled people in outdoor education, fieldwork and expeditions.

rua fiola island exploration centre

(wild island exploration ltd)

Torquil Johnson-Ferguson

www.wild-island.co.uk

01387 372240

rubhafiola@hotmail.com

Based on an otherwise uninhabited island near Oban, our weeklong residential courses are specifically for unaccompanied youngsters aged 9-15. The youngsters explore the rocky islands and skerries, on foot and by kayak, go sea-fishing and lobster-potting, stay overnight on the shoreline in bivvies and participate in a "Robinson Crusoe" survival exercise on their own island (maybe in a pre-historic cave!).

All food and equipment is provided and all instructors are qualified and highly experienced. 2008 is our 33rd year of operation. All courses are run by Torquil and Margaret Johnson-Ferguson and their 3 children, using expert instructors.

Seumas MacKinnon and Stuart MacKinnon

www.mistyisleboattrips.co.uk

01471 866288

contact@lochcoriusk.co.uk

Boat trips to Loch Coruisk in the Cuillin Hills from Elgol on the Isle of Skye.

Visit this beautiful area with local experienced skipper Seumas MacKinnon where you will see the famous seals and a host of other wildlife. You may see basking sharks, dolphins, porpoises, golden eagles, sea eagles, and more.

Boat and skipper were featured in ITV's "Britain's Favourite View" programme in 2007.

Jim Michie

www.highlandcruises.co.uk

01687 470322

eaglecruises@oneuk.com

Day / half-day cruises on the sheltered inland waters of Loch Shiel from Glenfinnan, near Fort William. Regular sightings of golden eagles, black-throated divers and red deer.

MCA approved to seat 50 passsengers. Covered and open-seating, along with a bar, toilet facilities and tea & coffee.

Ben Dodman

www.rockhopperscotland.co.uk

07739 837344

info@rockhopperscotland.co.uk

We offer half, full or multi day trips around one of the most beautiful areas for sea kayaking in the world, taking in the some of the most spectacular coastal, mountain and island scenery in Scotland. Sea kayaking is a safe and fun activity enabling you to journey through new areas and explore uninhabited islands. All kayaking equipment will be provided by Rockhopper. Our Sea kayaks are long and stable, easy to manoeuvre and to paddle in a straight line.

This area is rich in wildlife and you may be lucky enough to encounter seals, dolphins, porpoise, otters, a huge variety of coastal birds and perhaps even the White Tailed Sea Eagle. Whether new to the sport or an experienced sea kayaker, Rockhopper will provide an unforgettable experience that everyone can enjoy.

Ben Starkie and Simon Green

www.verticaldescents.com

01855 821593

info@verticaldescents.com

Situated in the stunning Highlands of Scotland, we are a modern outdoor adventure activity centre offering a wide range of exhilarating activities including Canyoning, White Water Rafting, Fun Yakking, Bridge Swing, Paintball and Mountain Biking. We are located in the village of Inchree, midway between Ben Nevis and Glen Coe.

We offer challenging, memorable and high quality outdoor activity breaks, at good value for money. We cater for everyone's individual needs giving each and every visitor an unforgettable experience of a lifetime.

Myles Farnbank

www.wildernessscotland.com

0131 625 6635

info@wildernessscotland.com

Wilderness Scotland is an award winning adventure travel and ecotourism company. We specialise in small group walking and adventure holidays in the Highlands and Islands of Scotland. We run small trips including walking holidays, sea-kayaking courses and expeditions, mountain biking holidays and other adventure holidays to suit all ambitions. We also offer self-guided walking holidays, family activity holidays and a dedicated tailor-made holiday service.

We are driven by a passion for adventure and a desire to share with others the magic of the Scotland's last remaining wild places. Being committed to the principles of sustainable tourism, our trips are designed to minimise our impact while maximising the experience for our clients. We were Scotland's Tourism Business of the Year in 2005, so we hope that you feel inspired to seek out adventure in Scotland's wild places with us.

Sam Harrison

www.openground.eu

01631 562665

sam@openground.eu

We run voyaging holidays in partnership with Eda Frandsen Sailling, based out of Mallaig.

On a 75ft beautifully restored gaff cutter, we explore the small isles and Outer Hebrides with an experienced guide introducing you to the rich ecological and cultural heritage of the area.

Lindsay Johnston

www.craignishcruises.co.uk

0845 397 9824

lindsay@sealeopard.org

Boat trips and private charters from Ardfern to the Sound of Jura, Corryvreckan whirlpools and Firth of Lorn. Abundant wildlife, spectacular scenery. A variety of 1,2,3 and 4 hr trips are available, depending on weather.

Maximum 12 passengers on board the Lochin 33ft hardboat, Sea Leopard. with cover. small galley, toilet and heating. Tea, coffee, squash and shortbread available.

Operating all year, advanced booking available, plus gift vouchers.

Graham Moss

www.wild-adventure.co.uk

01397 722447

graham@wild-adventure.co.uk

I offer personalised guiding, coaching and instruction in Sailing, Powerboating, Mountaineering and Mountain Biking.

I am a qualified Ocean Yachtmaster (Commercial), Yachmaster Instructor, Advance Powerboat Instructor, International Mountain Leader and Trail Cycle Leader.

Most of my water based activities take place on the West Coast of Scotland (my base is close to Arisaig). Mountaineering and Mountain Biking in Scotland and the Alps.

Susannah Calderan, Steve Styles, Dave Hanna, Glen Murray and Cormac Booth

www.hwdt.org

01688 302859

info@hwdt.org

The Hebridean Whale and Dolphin Trust (HWDT) is dedicated to ehancing knowledge and understanding of Scotland's whales, dolphins and porpoises (cetaceans) and the Hebridean marine environment through education, research and working within Hebridean communities as a basis for the lasting conservation of local species and habitats.

Steve Styles

www.stylessailing.com

07920 197623

stevestyles@supanet.com

Commercial Yachtmaster.

Yacht charter: Gibralter Straits, Algarve, Costa del Sol & North Africa.

Leisure, education or research.