We recommend you demo the boats in a range of sea conditions, and test them fully. The crystal clear waters are home to rich abundance of wildlife such as seals and. Sea kayaking outer hebrides includes accommodation in a campsites as well as an expert guide, meals, transport and more. Gordon brown is a bcu level 5 sea coach based on the isle of skye, scotland. It can be undertaken in four holidaysized sections or as one long, glorious journey. Sea kayaking the scottish highlands by wilderness scotland. Sea kayak scotland is owned and operated by ken lacey who holds the top bcusca level 5 sea kayak coach award.
As well as running her own business she also works as freelance instructor for other companies. After a tour briefing and lunch at a local cafe, head to the water for a short tour and an introductory kayaking skills session to prepare for the days ahead. Scottish coastal odyssey published by wildland press in paper back. Choose between accommodation based tours or expedition kayaking. Based on the north coast of scotland, he is the secretary and founder member for the local canoe club in thurso. Our expert guides teach essential sea kayaking skills while you journey through some of the best coastal scenery in scotlands northwest highlands. Easily accessible by all modes of transport, you will enjoy the freedom and exhilaration of sea kayaking without the extra travelling hours to the west coast of. Leonie is a sea kayaking instructor based in oban, on the west cost of scotland. The orginal dedicated sea kayak company in the oban area, established for over 15 years. We offer paddle sizing clinics to individuals and small groups in the oban area and further afield. We sell the full range of sea kayaks from sea kayaking uk designed by nigel dennis. Sea kayaking or canoeing is based at shieldaig lodge on the southern shores of gairloch and is an ideal base with ample free parking and toilets. As an author he has written sea kayak a manual for intermediate and advanced kayakers and also the chapter on sea kayaking in the latest edition of the bcu handbook. From 1 2 kayak days to fullon expeditions and qualification training theres a sea kayak plockton adventure waiting for you.
Whether youre a firsttime sea kayaker, or if youve paddled in destinations across the globe, kayaking in scotland should be on your bucketlist. Paddling with skyak has allowed me to meet fellow paddlers from across the globe and to share our knowledge and experience. You are given a full safety brief before heading out onto the water and one back on land you can get changed and head to the hotel for a coffee or something. You may be able to obtain the british canoeing sea kayak award as part of this course, for a small additional fee. We run kayak trips throughout scotland, these range from day trips on the moray firth to multi day trips on scotlands stunning west coast, a world class sea kayaking destination. If your favorite sport is kayaking, you probably spend a good amount of time pondering about traveling, technique and kayaking adventures. Sea kayaking outer hebrides by wilderness scotland tourradar. This book challenges the reader to kayak a 500km route, from the isle of gigha off the kintyre peninsula, to the summer isles near ullapool. We are continually treated to breathtaking views of the surrounding mountain ranges and wild country. Scotlands first guidebook for sea kayakers wishing to explore its amazing coastline and magical islands.
Read on for an insight into what to expect on one of our introduction to sea kayaking. Sea kayaking scotland, oban skuk kayaks lendal paddles. Sea kayak edinburgh dun eideann sea kayaking offers inspirational guided trips, sea kayak instruction and coaching all within a stones throw of scotlands beautiful capital city. Sea kayak videos and pictures from brian and martinas paddles around the scottish coast in 2016. Based on the north coast of scotland, he is the secretary and founder member for the local canoe club in. After which, well be ready to explore loch hourn on day two. Based near oban, close to some of the best sea kayaking locations in the uk. Sea kayaking allows unparalleled access to wild, remote and beautiful locations. If asking about booking a trip then the following is useful information for us number of people in your group, ages of kids if a family trip, sea kayaking experience, preferred dates, trip type e. Sheltered an ideal first open water crossing, streams are fairly negligible.
Scottish sea kayaking trail journey through some of the most scenic parts of scotland on the unique scottish sea kayaking trail, a challenging 500 km voyage. The gows took film footage of the trip which was screened at the edinburgh mountain film festival in 2011. Meet your guide in inverness and travel to the northwest to the village of torridon. Seakayaking based in glenuig in the sound of arisaig on the spectacular west coast of scotland. Scotland s right to roam allows responsible access across the country, meaning it is perfectly possible to paddle to your own desert island, pitch a tent and spend the night. A good read about sea kayaking around the north of scotland and the hebrides is brian wilsons book blazing paddles. Take a break from the kayaks to enjoy an easy hike allowing you to experience the scenery from the land as well as the sea. Home leonie mead sea kayaking sea kayaking trips oban. Our demo fleet is available for you to try out here in oban, or across scotland.
Aap technical advice and staff training kenny is a technical adviser for a number of organisations and outdoor centres in kayaking both sea and inland, canoeing, mountain biking, climbing, mountaineering, gorge walking and ropes courses. Nearby kayaking routes include expeditions to the isles of kerrera, lismore or seil. See sea eagles, golden eagles, puffins, otters, dolphins, basking sharks, minke whales and more. Having the right paddle makes a huge difference to your efficiency, development and enjoyment when kayaking. Sea kayaking based in glenuig in the sound of arisaig on the spectacular west coast of scotland. Details of the award can be found on the british canoeing awarding website. See sea eagles, golden eagles, puffins, otters, dolphins. I first started paddling about 15 years ago and have paddled the coastline around oban and the. Aap technical advice and staff training kenny is a technical adviser for a number of organisations and outdoor centres in kayaking both sea and inland, canoeing, mountain biking, climbing, mountaineering, gorge. Skuk kayaks we sell the full range of sea kayaks from sea kayaking uk designed by nigel dennis.
River to sea scotland offers a great choice of guided paddling journeys, with families, groups and individuals all welcome. Book now there can be no greater feeling than packing all your camping supplies into your boat and paddling off into the wilderness for a couple of days we are continuing to run our very popular 2day overnight camping trip, designed to give you an insight into what sea kayaking is all about. By observing your paddling with your current paddle we can then advise you on the best paddle for your needs. Kayaking expeditions from oban, scotland sea kayak oban. The elaborate coastline and countless islands of scotlands western seaboard are widely recognized as some of the finest sea kayaking areas in the world. In the scottish sea kayaking book the authors suggest that the sea will come alive with swell at bogha mor they were spot on. Scotlands right to roam allows responsible access across the country, meaning it is perfectly possible to paddle to your own desert island, pitch a tent and spend the night. Sea kayaking scotland holidays, adventures, trips and. From oban, you have the isles at your doorstep it is also called gateway to the isles after all. Some of the best areas to learn sea kayaking or book halfday and day tours are oban, arisaig, plockton, torridon, ullapool summer isles and the hebrides skye, islay, barra, harris. We sell the sea touring range including the kinetik, nordkapp, mystik and archipelago blades and offer a specialist sizing clinic to find the right. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Guided scottish highlands sea kayaking tour scotland.
Simply titled sea kayak it is the definitive text for all paddlers. Kayaking in scotland beginner adventure wilderness scotland. The scottish highlands sea kayaking tour itinerary day 1 introduction to sea kayaking. Feb 05, 2017 sea kayak videos and pictures from brian and martinas paddles around the scottish coast in 2016. If youre looking for kayaking holidays then weve over 450 travellers that have rated us 5 star. Kayaking in scotland beginner adventure wilderness. Based on the isle of seil which has a bridge to the mainland, 30 minutes from oban.
Judy and duncan had their own kayaks, but visitors can rent sea kayaks and book guided expeditions from arisaid sea kayak centre. Once you have learnt the basic skills, you will discover endless possibilities for day paddles and expeditions in scotland, and indeed many countries around the world. It is worth mentioning sea kayaking is not the only paddling done in the islands. Hannes lindemann sailed an aerius ii kayak from the canary islands to the caribbean in 1956. Book now there can be no greater feeling than packing all your camping supplies into your boat and paddling off into the wilderness for a couple of days we are continuing to run our very popular 2day overnight camping trip, designed to give. Four day trip is based in applecross for the first day to recap and refresh paddle skills. In this directory, youll find howto handbooks, destination guides, nonfiction books and fiction novels because.
Looking for things to do in or around fort william. Sea kayaking in scotland applecross adventure holiday. Stretching from the isle of gigha off the kintyre peninsyla to the summer isles near ullapool, the trail. Tims top 10 scottish sea kayaking spots wilderness scotland. Visit secret coves and beaches known by our local instructors. Famed for its wildness and beauty, knoydart and its northern shores offer scenic sea kayaking like no other. All equipment and clothing is provided, but you will need a packed lunch. As ever, he is working on other projects in the background, including another book.
Edinburghbased sea kayak guide and coach, offering day trips, bespoke guiding and multiday expeditions across scotland. Sea kayaking the torridon resort luxury hotel and inn. This book is a modern guide to sea kayaking by one of the leading exponents of the sport who is also a highly respected coach in this field. Based near oban on the west coast of scotland, we sell ndk sea kayaks, lendal paddles and lead expeditions and training courses for sea kayakers. Dun eideann sea kayaking, edinburgh scotland, courses trips. Well ease you in with some splashing about on applecross bay covering all the basics on day one, including a short coastal trip.
Stretching from the isle of gigha off the kintyre peninsyla to the summer isles near ullapool, the trail can be undertaken in four holidaysized sections or as one, long glorious journey. Paddling your own kayak allows you to explore remote islands, inlets, creeks, and beaches that are inaccessible on foot, and also provides an opportunity to get close to wildlife such as. Sea kayaking outer hebrides by wilderness scotland. Scotlands west coast is an undisputed worldclass sea kayaking destination. Fifty great sea kayak voyages by cooper, doug, reid, george isbn. The best beginner or improver sea kayaking scotland has to offer. Unique natural harbours, fine views to raasay, rona and the cuillins of skye, relatively sheltered. It brings together a selection of fifty great sea voyages around the mainland of scotland. Anne and hamish gow made the first kayak crossing from north uist to st kilda, scotland in 1965. Sea kayaking the scottish highlands includes accommodation as well as an expert guide, meals, transport and more. Sea kayak scotland is an approved activity provider. We understand the fascination, which is why weve made a list of the best kayaking books. Found along the scottish sea kayak trail, the coastline of torridon and the surrounding areas provide a unique and diverse environment to explore. Sea kayaking in scotland applecross adventure holiday week.
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