Relaxing days to wilderness adventures
Trip Calendar
Please check out the calendar for trips happening this season, we operate trips throughout Scotland at a wide variety of locations. Many of the trips are ideal for an introduction to sea kayaking and no experience is required to take part. Feel free to get in touch should you have any questions regarding a particular trip or location.
If you have a particular area in mind but the dates don’t suit please get in touch as it may be possible to offer you, or your group a bespoke trip at your chosen location. We look forward to paddling with new participants as well as returning clients from previous adventures.
March 2024
Kayak Coaching
Sat 2nd & Sun 3rd
This course is for participants who may have previously come on one of the trips and want to focus more on boat handling skills. We will continue to work on/refine skills as well as introducing some new ones over the course of the weekend.
We will spend day 1 on an inland Loch in the Aviemore area and then head for the Moray coast on day 2.
Duration - 2 Days
Cost - £198
Places available - 0
Trip code: Mar Coaching
Enquiry FormPlockton
Sat 16th & Sun 17th
We will base ourselves in Plockton and spend the 2 days exploring the coastline and islands of the Inner Sound. Plockton is a beautiful conservation village and has some great restaurants and numerous accommodation options, it is also a great location for kayak trips.
This area is rich in wildlife and stunning scenery. No previous experience is required for this course.
Duration - 2 Days
Cost - £198
Places available - 6
Trip code: Mar Plockton
Enquiry FormKayak Intro
Sat 23rd & Sun 24th
This course will be based in the Spey Valley and the plan is to spend each day on an inland loch introducing kayaking skills.
This is a great opportunity for anyone interested in developing kayaking skills prior to taking part on one of the trips on the sea. No previous kayaking experience is required for this course.
Duration - 2 Days
Cost - £198
Places available - 5
Trip code: Mar Intro
Enquiry FormSummer Isles
Fri 29th - Mon 1st Apr
We will base ourselves at Port A Bhaige campsite at Altandhu and run a series of day trips exploring the local area. This location has so much to offer the sea kayaker, it is rich in wildlife, has lots of islands to visit and beautiful coastline to explore.
We will keep our daily paddling plan flexible to make the most of the prevailing weather forecast.
Duration - 4 Days
Cost - £392
Places available - 0
Trip code: Mar Summer Isles
Enquiry FormApril 2024
Loch Sween
Fri 5th - Mon 8th
The plan for this trip is to base ourselves in Tayvallich and run a series of day trips.
This is an excellent area for sea kayaking, it offers a great coastline, sheltered bays, amazing views all around and an abundance of wildlife.
We will choose each days paddling to make the most of the prevailing weather, this trip would be appropriate for an introduction to sea kayaking.
Duration - 4 Days
Cost - £392
Places available - 5
Trip code: Apr Loch Sween
Enquiry FormLoch Shiel / Moidart
Fri 12th - Mon 15th
This is one of the classic paddlesport journeys. Starting at Glenfinnan we will make our way down Loch Shiel before heading down the River Shiel connecting freshwater with sea. From here we will make our way round the coastline into Lochailort, the end point of the trip.
This will be a 4 day camping expedition and would be appropriate for those with previous kayaking experience.
Duration - 4 Days
Cost - £392
Places available - 0
Trip code: Apr Loch Shiel
Enquiry FormRaasay & Rona
Fri 19th - Tue 23rd
Raasay & Rona are a lovely island chain nestled in the Inner Sound between Skye and the Applecross peninsula. This is a great area for exploring by sea kayak it has a remote feel about it and offers us plenty of wildlife spotting opportunities.
This will be a 5 day camping expedition and would be appropriate for returning clients or those with previous kayaking experience.
Duration - 5 Days
Cost - £485
Places available - 4
Trip code: Apr Raasay
Enquiry FormMoray Coast
Sat 27th & Sun 28th
The plan for this weekend is to run 2 day trips on the Moray Firth. This area is rich in wildlife and if lucky we may get a sighting of the resident dolphin population which are regularly spotted off Chanonry point.
This course would be ideal for an introduction to sea kayaking and as well as looking for wildlife we will introduce kayaking skills throughout the weekend.
Duration - 2 Days
Cost - £198
Places available - 0
Trip code: Apr Moray Coast
Enquiry FormMay 2024
Barra
Thu 2nd - Tue 7th
Barra is often described as the Hebrides in miniature and for the sea paddler it has all the ingredients to make for the perfect paddling location, stunning sandy beaches exposed coastlines and numerous islands to explore.
The plan for this one is to keep our paddling plan flexible to make the most of the prevailing weather, this trip would be appropriate for returning clients or those with previous sea kayaking experience.
Duration - 6 Days
Cost - £582
Places available - 1
Trip code: May Barra
Enquiry FormLewis
Fri 10th - Wed 15th
The plan for this one is to spend time exploring the coastline and islands on the NW side of Lewis. We will base ourselves at Cnip campsite, Traigh Na Beirigh bay for the trip.
This is a stunning location for sea paddling, it's rich in wildlife with otters, seals and porpoise all spotted regularly whilst padling in this area.
Duration - 6 Days
Cost - £582
Places available - 3
Trip code: May Lewis
Enquiry FormPortknockie
Sat 18th & Sun 19th
The plan for this weekend is to run 2 day trips in the Portknockie area. This is a lovely section of coastline for exploring by kayak and Bow Fiddle rock is one of its outstanding features. Would also recommend a visit to the ice cream shop in Cullen.
This course would be ideal for an introduction to sea kayaking and no previous experience is required to take part.
Duration - 2 Days
Cost - £198
Places available - 2
Trip code: May Portknockie
Enquiry FormSummer Isles
Sat 25th - Mon 27th
We will base ourselves at Port A Bhaige campsite at Altandhu and run a series of day trips exploring the local area. This location has so much to offer the sea kayaker, it is rich in wildlife, has lots of islands to visit and beautiful coastline to explore.
We will keep our daily paddling plan flexible to make the most of the prevailing weather forecast.
Duration - 3 Days
Cost - £296
Places available - 4
Trip code: May Summer Isles
Enquiry FormJune 2024
Treshnish
Sat 1st - Tue 4th
This is a great paddling venue situated just off the west coast of Mull. It is a haven for wildlife, with otters, porpoise, seals and even sea eagles being regularly spotted. Another classic of this trip is the island of Staffa and Fingals cave.
This is a 4 day camping based expedition and the trip would be appropriate for returning clients or those with previous sea kayaking experience.
Duration - 4 Days
Cost - £392
Places available - 6
Trip code: Jun Treshnish
Enquiry FormAb-Shire Coast
Fri 7th - Mon 10th
The North Aberdeenshre coast offers us lots of opportunity for exploring in a sea kayak. There are numerous old harbours to venture into along with stunning coastal scenery. The area also has an abundance of both bird and marine life.
The plan for this one is to base ourselves at a campsite centrally to this section of coast and run a series of day trips exploring the local area.
Duration - 4 Days
Cost - £392
Places available - 6
Trip code: Jun Ab-Shire
Enquiry FormKayak Intro
Sat 15th & Sun 16th
This course will be based in the Spey Valley and the plan is to spend each day on an inland loch introducing kayaking skills.
This is a great opportunity for anyone interested in developing kayaking skills prior to taking part on one of the trips on the sea. No previous kayaking experience is required for this course.
Duration - 2 Days
Cost - £198
Places available - 6
Trip code: Jun Intro
Enquiry FormHarris / Lewis
Fri 21st - Tue 25th
The plan for this trip is to run a 5 day expedition exploring the coastline of North Harris and South Lewis. This is a rugged section of coast with minmal road access and sea lochs which stretch far inland.
This area is rich in wildlife and given its remoteness would be appropriate for participants with previous sea kayaking experience.
Duration - 5 Days
Cost - £516
Places available - 0
Trip code: Jun Harris/Lewis
Enquiry FormJuly 2024
Sound of Arisaig
Mon 1st - Thu 4th
The Sound of Arisaig is a great location for exploring by sea kayak, it is a Marine Special Area of Conservation (MSAC) and it is rich in both bird and marine life. This trip will be a mixture of campsite and remote camping as this gives us the greatest opportunity to explore the area.
We will keep our daily paddling plan flexible to allow for the prevailing weather.
Duration - 4 Days
Cost - £392
Places available - 2
Trip code: Jul Arisaig
Enquiry FormEast Coast Explore
Mon 8th - Thu 11th
The plan for this long weekend is to spend time exploring the coastline from Stonehaven south to Arbroath.
There is some great sea kayaking to be had in this area and we will run a series of day trips choosing our daily paddling location to make the most of the prevailing forecast.
Duration - 4 Days
Cost - £392
Places available - 5
Trip code: Jul East Coast
Enquiry FormArdnamurchan
Thu 18th - Mon 22nd
Ardnamurchan is a classic sea kayaking location, it feels remote, challenging and full of adventure. It is the most westerly point of mainland UK, has an abundance of wildlife and great coastline to explore.
This will be a 5 day camping expedition and would be appropriate for returning clients or those with previous kayaking experience.
Duration - 5 Days
Cost - £485
Places available - 6
Trip code: Jul Ardnamurchan
Enquiry FormNorth Skye
Fri 26th - Mon 29th
The plan for this trip is to base ourselves at the campsite in Staffin and run a series of day trips exploring the local area.
This is a great location for sea kayaking with interesting tides around the headlands, caves, cliffs and an abundance of bird and marine life.
This trip would be appropriate for returning clients or those with previous sea kayaking experience.
Duration - 4 Days
Cost - £392
Places available - 4
Trip code: Jul North Skye
Enquiry FormAugust 2024
Mull
Fri 2nd - Mon 5th
We will base ourselves down on the Ross of Mull and run a series of day trips in the local area. Mull has so much to offer the sea kayaker, it is rich in wildlife and has stunning sandy beaches and beautiful coastline to explore.
We will keep our daily paddling plan flexible to make the most of the prevailing weather forecast.
Duration - 4 Days
Cost - £398
Places available - 5
Trip code: Aug Mull
Enquiry FormJura
Fri 9th - Mon 12th
We aim to spend 4 days circumnavigating the North end of Jura. Setting off from Carsaig Bay we head across to Tarbert, then portage across into Loch Tarbert. We then make our way up the rugged west coast of Jura through the Gulf of Corryvreckan before paddling back down the Sound of Jura.
This trip would be appropriate for returning clients or those with previous sea kayaking experience.
Duration - 4 Days
Cost - £392
Places available - 1
Trip code: Aug Jura
Enquiry FormKnoydart
Fri 16th - Mon 19th
The plan for this trip is to meet up in Mallaig on the Friday morning and after loading our kayaks with our camping equipment we will make our way round into Loch Nevis.
We will find a remote campsite for our first nights camp in the heart of Loch Nevis. Our next campsite will be at long beach which allows us easy access to the small hamlet of Inverie.
Duration - 4 Days
Cost - £392
Places available - 3
Trip code: Aug Knoydart
Enquiry FormIslands of Lorn
Sat 24th - Tue 27th
This is an absolutely stunning area for sea kayaking, It is one of the best locations in the UK to introduce participants to tidal planning. This will be a 4 day camping based expedition as this format gives us the greatest flexibility to allow for tides and the prevailing weather.
This trip would be appropriate for returning clients or those with previous kayaking experience.
Duration - 4 Days
Cost - £392
Places available - 3
Trip code: Aug Lorn
Enquiry FormSeptember 2024
Orkney
Mon 2nd - Sat 7th
Orkney is a great location for a sea kayaking adventure. It offers us some great coastline to explore with cliffs, caves and deserted sandy beaches. It is also rich in history and it is amazing to paddle round the rusting hulks of the blockships in Scapa Bay
We will base ourselves centrally on the main island and run a series of trips making the most of the prevailing forecast.
Duration - 6 Days
Cost - £576
Places available - 6
Trip code: Sep Orkney
Enquiry FormMoray Coast
Sat 14th & Sun 15th
The plan for this weekend is to run 2 day trips on the Moray Firth. This area is rich in wildlife and if lucky we may get a sighting of the resident dolphin population which are regularly spotted off Chanonry point.
This course would be ideal for an introduction to sea kayaking and as well as looking for wildlife we will introduce kayaking skills throughout the weekend.
Duration - 2 Days
Cost - £198
Places available - 6
Trip code: Sep Moray Coast
Enquiry FormShieldaig
Fri 20th - Mon 23rd
The plan for this trip is to base ourselves in Shieldaig and run a series of day trips exploring the local area. Shieldaig is an absolutely stunning location for sea kayaking.
This is also a great location for wildlife spotting, just off the village is Shieldaig island with its resident pair of sea eagles. Along with the eagles, we often see otters, porpoise and seals when paddling here.
Duration - 4 Days
Cost - £392
Places available - 3
Trip code: Sep Shieldaig
Enquiry FormNW Coast
Fri 27th - Mon 30th
The North West coast is a great location for exploring in a sea kayak. The plan for this trip is to base ourselves at the campsite in Scourie and run a series of day trips exploring the local area.
Based here gives us easy access to the Island of Handa with it's amazing birdlife at this time of year. This trip would be approriate for clients with previous sea kayaking experience.
Duration - 4 Days
Cost - £392
Places available - 5
Trip code: Sep NW Coast
Enquiry FormOctober 2024
Kayak Intro
Sat 5th & Sun 6th
This course will be based in the Spey Valley and the plan is to spend each day on an inland loch introducing kayaking skills.
This is a great opportunity for anyone interested in developing kayaking skills prior to taking part on one of our trips on the sea. No previous kayaking experience is required for this course.
Duration - 2 Days
Cost - £198
Places available - 6
Trip code: Oct Intro
Enquiry FormShieldaig
Fri 11th - Sun 13th
The plan for this trip is to base ourselves in Shieldaig and run a series of day trips exploring the local area. Shieldaig is an absolutely stunning location for sea kayaking.
This is also a great location for wildlife spotting, just off the village is Shieldaig island with its resident pair of sea eagles. Along with the eagles, we often see otters, porpoise and seals when paddling here.
Duration - 3 Days
Cost - £296
Places available - 6
Trip code: Oct Shieldaig
Enquiry FormPlockton
Sat 19th & Sun 20th
We will base ourselves in Plockton and spend the 2 days exploring the coastline and islands of the Inner Sound. Plockton is a beautiful conservation village and has some great restaurants and numerous accommodation options, it is also a great location for kayak trips.
This area is rich in wildlife and stunning scenery. No previous experience is required for this course.
Duration - 2 Days
Cost - £198
Places available - 6
Trip code: Oct Plockton
Enquiry FormVenue TBC
Fri 25th - Mon 28th
End of season trip:
As per previous seasons we usually have a hotel based long weekend for a little luxury to look forward to after a day on the water.
Have yet to finalise location, but am always open to venue suggestions from those regulars that make up the participants for this trip.