Private and bespoke boat trips from Lochaline

Hoping to enjoy a Boat Trip from Lochaline whilst on holiday at Ardtornish?

Explore the coastlines and islands of West Coast Scotland on your own private boat with expert guidance from the crew at Coastal Connection.

There are endless bucket-list destinations accessible from our doorstep. Whether it’s a boat trip to Mull for shopping in Tobermory, a visit to the famous hexagonal basalt columns at Fingal’s Cave, a stop-off for lunch at the pretty fishing village of Port Appin or searching for Sea Eagles around our local islands.

Based out of Oban, Coastal Connections offer boat trips and private charter for up to 12 people. Set sail from the Lochaline pontoons which are just a 45 minute walk or 5 minute drive from our doorstep.

Skippers Cameron and Struan have been driving the 11 metre RIB vessels since the age of 15. They have been all over the West Coast, meaning they are nothing less than expert when it comes to exploring our local coastline.

Recommendations for a day excursion by boat from Lochaline:

Where can I explore on my boat trip from Lochaline?

  • Lismore Island. A wildlife trip around the island of Lismore in search of sea eagles, deer, porpoise and a variety of seabirds. Views of Lismore lighthouse and Duart Castle .

  • Port Appin. Sail to the pretty and secluded fishing village of Port Appin and stop off for lunch at The Pierhouse Hotel.

  • Mull, Iona, Staffa & Fingal’s Cave. A full days trip to explore Staffa and Fingal’s cave, see the Puffins at Treshnish (seasonal), stop off at the romantic island of Iona and visit Tobermory.

  • Tobermory & Wildlife. A day on the water in search of Scotland’s treasured sea life including seals, porpoise, dolphins, minke whale and a variety of seabirds, with a stop off on Mull to explore the colorful village of Tobermory.

The meeting point for a trip with Coastal Conncetions is the Pontoons in Lochaline village which are just a 45 minute brisk walk down the shores of Loch Aline from Ardtornish.

Book a boat trip with Coastal Connections

Skippers for Lochaline boat trips

Struan and Cameron started Coastal Connections in 2008 and have been on the water ever since; enthusiastic to share the incredible wildlife, history and scenery that the West Coast has to offer.

You will need to contact Coastal Connections directly to book your trip and discuss options for your perfect day out on the water.

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