6 May 2023
Hello Emma - Once again we say a huge thank you to the Hebrides Cruises team for a superb trip. With skipper Chris, Craig and Eamon crew and Charlie as our superlatively brilliant chef we were in the hands of an excellent friendly, efficient and professional team. We landed on ten different islands and saw golden and white-tailed eagles, common and bottle nosed dolphins, minke whales and a basking shark; what more can one ask for in just six days? Many thanks for all your help, we look forward to next year. Margaret
Margaret Knowles
Responses to my questions very prompt – even on Sundays! And very clear. The description of the cruise, the facilities on board, and what we could expect to encounter subject to weather and tides was spot-on. Embarking on the boat was very easy. The scale of the harbour at Oban makes it easily found and accessible. The crew were instantly friendly, welcoming, and clear about keeping us all safe on board. Our luggage was stowed in our cabins with no fuss or effort on our part. I was amazed how the skipper devised solutions which enabled us to meet our major expectations despite having to wait for seas to calm following a night of strong winds. Scenery was fantastic. Even the fog was atmospheric. Going ashore was always a joy, conducted with expertise by the crew, and being led by Hannah with her unlimited enthusiasm and expert knowledge was not to be missed. Anchorages every night were calm and peaceful. I slept extremely well! The saloon was a convivial place at all times, especially after supper! The foredeck was great for spotting wildlife or admiring the scenery. Do it!
R Mills: 20 May 2024Far-flung islands: Shiants & the Summer Isles