10 Things to do in Mallaig That You Shouldn't Miss

Minch Adventures is about exploring and engaging with wild, open and natural places, with a journey through breath-taking landscapes at a slower, immersive pace. Creating memories through meaningful experiences, such as hauling lobster pots and investigating the sea life, learning to line fish, sampling the catch, a chance visit to a charming remote café and listening to my sea fairing stories.

Having established a residence in Morar, and conscious of his tenants moving westward, Simon Lord Lovat decided that the time had come to provide 'a more suitable place of worship than the former inconvenient and unsightly chapel at Bracara.' The site he chose lay at the foot of Cruach Bheoraid looking across to the islands.

Mallaig Pool & Leisure Centre is a charity and social enterprise, run by a board of volunteers who are drawn from the community. The manager and dedicated staff ensure the day-to-day running of the facility. Our aim is to provide every member of our community – young, old, and in-between – with opportunities to maintain an active and healthy lifestyle. While benefiting the local population is our first and foremost goal, we will of course also give a warm welcome to any visitors who come through our door.

The Knoydart Ferry offers unforgettable experiences that will live with you forever. We operate the Knoydart Ferry Service, 1 Hour Wildlife Cruises & Private charter for Weddings and special occasions, plus fast remote drop off and pickups in our Red Bay RIB. We run 3 MCA approved passenger vessels: The jewel in our crown is the MV Western Isles, an 81 passenger traditional wooden ferry, with a licensed bar and toilets. This has operated as the ferry service up Loch Nevis for the past 60 years. Next up, the new purpose built in 2018, 42 passenger Catamaran the MV Larven named after the Munro on the Knoydart peninsula. And finally a 10 passenger RedBay RIB, Big Dipper. This bad boy can do 40 knots and can drop you off or pick you up from anywhere, or alternately just take you on a wildlife rib adventure you will never forget. So for your next adventure or special occasion let Western Isles make it unforgettable. We pride ourselves on our service and the quality of our staff.

The big draw for many visitors is Skye, just a short 30 minute crossing from the mainland and yet a whole other world away once there. But don't let that overshadow the many charms of Raasay and the Small Isles too.