The Ships Log

A collection of stories from our recent cruises, seasonal highlights from the Hebrides, and the latest projects we are bringing to life.

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Introducing the 'Mairi B': A New Chapter in Our Fleet's Family Tradition

Orca pod hunting dolphins near Oban

A first for Hebrides Cruises, and perhaps the Inner Hebrides!

The Seal Who Loved to Sing

The author, illustrator partnershiop that is Zoë and Lynsey have done it again. The have published their second childrens book- The Seal Who Loved To Sing!

Our sustainable progress update for 2024 - 2025

Building on a landmark year in 2024, when Hebrides Cruises was awarded “Green Family Business of the Year” at The Herald Scottish Family Business Awards, we continue to strengthen and expand our sustainability credentials.

A Very Special Award

Everyone at Hebrides Cruises is congratulating our very own Emma on winning the Next Generation Award at The Herald Scottish Family Business Awards 2025.

A Poem for the crew

One of our wonderful guests penned a poem which we think is really lovely.

John Coe and Aquarius together in the Hebrides

A rare and remarkable wildlife moment was watched by guests and crew aboard Lucy Mary as she cruised the Sound of Rum, northwest of the Isle of Eigg.on Monday September 15th.

Winner Prosper Business Excellence Awards 2025

We are delighted to be one of the businesses from across the Highlands & Islands, recognised for their outstanding contribution to Scotland’s economy and communities at the 25th annual Prosper Business Excellence Awards.

Winner Scotland Food & Drink Excellence Awards 2025

Hebrides Cruises is delighted to win the Food Tourism Business Award category within Scotland Food and Drink’s Excellence Awards 2025

"In Search of Giants" Expedition Cruise Report 2025

The second "In Search of Giants" expedition research cruise was a very exciting trip for rare marine species including outstanding bird sightings

An Unexpected Visitor

While anchored overnight at St Kilda, surrounded by hundreds of thousands of seabirds, the Emma Jane had a very small, unexpected visitor.

Choose an April cruise in 2026!

Choose an April Cruise to celebrate a spring escape to the Hebrides in 2026

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