• Mull and the ancient castles

    Cruise out of Oban to the beautiful Scottish island of Mull. Enjoy stunning scenery, the excitement of marine wildlife and explore some of Scotland's romantic and picturesque castles from the vantage point of the sea.

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    Head for Mull, with its amazing scenery, wildlife, dolphins, whales and Europe's largest eagle population,

    Aboard the Second Snark you can take in the sights and relax in the comfort of a characterful heritage boat, all at the same time.

    The boat tour from Dunstaffnage Marina near Oban is the ideal way to see Dunstaffnage Castle on the mainland, Duart Castle on Mull (ancestral home of the Clan Maclean) Gylen castle on Kerrera and Dunollie Castle, with its commanding position overlooking Oban's harbour.

    Return to Dunstaffnage by the Sound of Kerrera with idyllic views of Oban and McCaigs Folly.

    Cruise highlights

    • Explore the Hebrides in style
    • Approach the castles from the sea for great atmosphere
    • Buy coffee, tea and snacks on board
    • Ideal for children, and people of all ages
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    Tickets

    • Adult: £ 20
    • Child: £ 16

    Duration

    • 2hr 30 mins

    Departure dates

    27th-29th June

    Wed-Sun

    1st July – 31st Aug

    Every Day

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    Monday1000-12304 Castles cruise
    1400-1645Loch Creran & Loch Linnhe
    Tuesday1000-1500Corryvreckan Whirlpool
    1500-1730Mull & ancient castles
    Wednesday1000-1230Mull & ancient castles
    1300-1800Corryvreckan Whirlpool
    Thursday1000-1245Loch Creran & Loch Linnhe
    1400-1630Dolphin & whale adventure
    Friday1000-1230Mull & ancient castles
    1300-1800Corryvreckan Whirlpool
    Saturday1000-1230Four castles cruise
    1400-1630Dolphin & whale adventure
    Sunday1000-1245Loch Creran & Loch Linnhe
    1400-1630Dolphin & whale adventure
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    Bookings must be made the day prior to departure. Tickets may be available onboard but please be aware that spaces are very limited.

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  • Find us

    To get to Dunstaffnage Marina by road:
    (Sat Nav – PA37 1PX)

    From Oban and the South: follow the A85 to Fort William for about three miles.  Dunstaffnage Marina is the road on the left hand side just after the turning for Dunbeg and Dunstaffnage Castle.

    From Glasgow/Fort William and the North:  follow the road to Oban and two miles past Connel you arrive at Dunstaffnage Marina on the right hand side next to the road.

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