2 June 2018
Chris, our skipper, was very focused on our wish to see the Monachs, St Kilda and the Shiants, along with our focus on watching wildlife. Sam, (our wildlife guide) was fantastic at spotting cetaceans and Chris was happy to divert and wait so we could see them. We had outstanding luck and were privileged to see dolphins repeatedly making fish bait balls, which attracted gannets, gulls, skuas and petrels. This went on for about 2 hours. I have to further congratulate Chris for his sensitivity in never approaching wild animals too closely; he always kept a distance which allowed us to see their natural behaviour. We ended the cruise with a day hopping from one eagle’s nest to the next, again we had great views but respect was given to the animals. Craig (Bosun) gives superb customer service. Always there to help, always with an eye on safety and our comfort. He was unflappable! Stevy (Cook) consistently produced really nice meals. If I have dairy products I feel ill, Stevy did not put a foot wrong, he always had an alternative I could eat, I was never ill, this is above and beyond the service I have received in expensive hotels! A fantastic holiday, with a superb crew! It could not have been bettered!
Nick Skilbeck
Good morning Emma - We had a really great time, despite the slightly “Scottish” weather. The organisation was faultless and the crew were all brilliant; friendly, helpful and, above all, competent. We have some wonderful memories: dolphins under the bow, minke whales, the puffin colony on Lunga, the thousands of guillemots there as well, a close up of a white tailed eagle and, finally, the sense of spirituality on Iona. The food deserves a special mention. It was beautifully presented, varied and inventive, and perfectly cooked. Anyway, just to reiterate, we had a great time, and can easily understand why you have so much repeat business (two of the four couples on the boat, for example). We will certainly be keeping an eye on the sailings for 2027.
H Walker: 23 June 2025Idyllic Islands: Mull, Iona, Staffa & the Treshnish Isles