24 July 2025
8 days in the Southern Hebrides making memories that will last a lifetime. Miles and miles of incredible beaches, remote communities with rich histories. Wildlife, almost within touching distance to marvel at and enjoy. Fantastic varied cuisine, exceptional food, impeccable service and great company. What’s NOT to like? NOT having to decide where to go and how to get there. NOT being in a traffic jam in sight. NOT having the views and scenery completely obstructed by the rear end of the caravan or motorhome in front of you. NOT having the daily challenge of parking your car. NOT having to shop or find your next place to eat. NOT having the standard pub fare. NOT having to resort to a burger or fish and chips. NOT missing out on the best table with the best view for every meal , breakfast , lunch and evening dinner. As I said what’s NOT to like. Book again for next year? NOT a problem? What’s NOT to LOVE?
Alan Bower
Unfortunately our trip coincided with the most prolonged strong winds for twenty five years, which made the crossing to St. Kilda impossible. Nevertheless our skipper, James, made the best use of both wind and sea conditions and managed to get us over to the Outer Hebrides when other operators had been unable to do so. Taking advantage of the islands themselves we sailed almost the entire length of the archipelago, from Harris to Mingulay, going ashore on Eriskay, Vatersay, Harris and Mingulay. James also attempted to get us over to the Shiants, but we had barely cleared Scalpay when it became obvious to everyone that the conditions made this too dangerous. Despite these setbacks we had an interesting and enjoyable trip and were very grateful to James for what he enabled us to experience. We have nothing but praise for the way in which we were looked after on board by the rest of the crew; Viv served up a series of excellent meals (I still dream about her pork!), Charlotte was constantly busy seeing to our every need, and Will kept us alert, both on board and ashore, to any wildlife that was around and provided a wealth of information on our walks. All four crew members were a delight to sail with and I am only sorry that we had such a short time to say goodbye to them.
David Leonard Davies: 11 June 2022St Kilda and the isles of the Outer Hebrides