After the successful voyages the ‘Oosterschelde’ made past summer, the ship will return to the rugged coasts of Scotland, Orkney and the Hebrides the coming summer.
SCOTTISH COAST,
ORKNEY AND HEBRIDES
Our summer voyages lead to the practically uninhabited areas that will be appealing to nature lovers. At the coast of Scotland we find deep lochs and small fishing-villages. The hundreds of islands of the Hebrides have their own character, are very isolated and therefore entirely self-reliant. This area is rich in seabirds, which usually breed on the steep cliff walls. With the ‘Oosterschelde’, a relatively small ship, we will visit unique places that cannot be reached over land. The waters surrounding the Hebrides are rich in food. During the crossings between the different islands the chances are high that we will spot whales and seals. During the voyage we will sail as much as possible. There will also be enough time to go on land to explore the coasts, culture and animal life. The walks we make are based on guests in average condition. When the walks are tougher, we will offer alternatives.
Program Scottish coast, Orkney and Western Hebrides An impressive voyage past the rugged coast of Scotland and Orkney, underway to the Hebrides. We will visit Kirkwall, on the ‘mainland’ of Orkney and several islands on the Western Hebrides such as Sky and Rum. Day 1. Arrival on board Day 2. Crossing to Kirkwall, night at sea Day 3. Visit Kirkwall Day 4. Course towards Hebrides, night at sea Day 5. Visit Stornoway Day 6. Visit Dunvegan on the island Skye Day 7. Visit of the island Rum Day 8. Sailing through the Sound of Eig, towards Oban Day 9. Departure, voyage back home
Program Hebrides Included in the programme is the famous St. Kilda, Miughaiagh and Bearnaraigh amongst others. The only human inhabitants here are the watchers of lighthouses, but there are masses of Auks, Kittiwakes and Fulmars. Day 1. Arrival on board Day 2. Early departure. Visit Staffa Day 3. Arrival Miughaiaigh and Bearnaraigh. Eveningvisit Barra Day 4. Crossing to St. Kilda. Full day at sea Day 5. Arrival and visit St. Kilda Day 6. Crossing to Butt of Lewis Day 7. Anchor at Stornoway, visit Lewis Castle Day 8. Visit Dunvegan on the island Skye Day 9. Visit of the island Rum Day 10. Sailing through the Sound of Eig, towards Oban Day 11. Departure, voyage back home
Prices, dates and an extensive voyage description can be found in our program.
