July 21 - 27  Sat – Fri
Group Size: 9
Starting Point: Inverness
Based: Strontian - 4 nights,  Mallaig - 2 nights
Walking: Easy

Description: Holidays based in this wonderful region of the Scottish Highlands invariably enthral all who participate.  Dominated by towering mountain peaks and deeply fissured with reaching sea lochs, these are the real Scottish Highlands of legend and romance, where shaggy-coated Highland cattle are a fitting presence on the scene. Wildlife aside the land and seascapes are awsomely scenic. 

Thriving populations of Golden and White-tailed Eagles, Ravens, Wildcats, Otters and Pine Martens testify to the wild, unspoiled nature of the region.

Stands of remnant oakwood are a characteristic vegetation, cladding craggy green hillsides to host a wide variety of bird species. Trees are festooned with hanging mosses and lichens as in temperate rain forest, reflecting mild winters and high rainfall, though at the time of our visit good weather tends to be the norm.

Loch Sunart is a prime location for Otters,  the surrounding glens and ridges being among the best in mainland Scotland for viewing eagles. Pine Martens are watched at a baited site. 

July is a prime time for viewing cetaceans and Basking Sharks, to which end we take a cruise around the Small Isles (Eigg and Muck) from Mallaig - where we are based for two nights. A great deal of other wildlife shall be seen, including divers, shearwaters, skuas, bats, deer and seals

Itinerary

Days 1 & 2  Sat & Sun...09.00 Rendezvous:  Morning rendezvous in Inverness followed by transfer to Strontian, wildlife watching en route. Excursion to Point of Ardnamurchan (most westerly point on the British mainland).

Days 3 & 4  Mon & Tue:  Transfer to Mallaig for a cruise around the Small Isles (Eigg & Muck).         

Days 5 & 6  Wed & Thu:  Return to Strontian for further exploration of the Loch Sunart area.

Day 7  Fri:  The tour finishes mid/late afternoon, with transfers provided to transport terminals or accommodation at Inverness.   

Cost:  £810...includes:  Accommodation,  all meals plus packed lunches, all travel.

Deposit:  £100                                                        

Single Room Supplement:  £60