Things to do in Argyll and Bute, Scotland: The Best Boat Tours & Water Sports

Seafari Adventures are a 5* Visit Scotland marine wildlife tour operator. Based in Easdale, 16 miles south of Oban they have a fleet of powerful RIBs which are purpose designed and built to ensure you maximum viewing opportunities. They also have a traditional "hard" boat for Whale Watching tours. Tours depart throughout the day visiting the Gulf of Corryvreckan, home of the World's Third Largest Whirlpool. Porpoise, dolphins and whales feed in these food rich waters along with many seals and the occasional otter. There are deer on the islands and seabirds in the skies which are also home to both the white tailed sea eagle and golden eagle. Their two hour nature spectacular is set amongst the many islands in the area. They also offer a day tour to Iona, Staffa and the puffin colony using their cabin RIB and Whirlpool Specials to see the Corryvreckan Whirlpools at their most active.

Sealife adventures run whale watching and wildlife boat trips from our private pontoon and car park on the mainland near Oban. We run 3,4 and 5 hour trips which are suitable for all ages. All our trips include the famous Corryvreckan whirlpool. We are the longest established operator in the area (26 years), our owner skipper David has a degree in marine biology. Our stable spacious boat is the most powerful in the area and holds the highest certificate of seaworthiness.

2 hour Island Safari Cruise around the beautiful Island of Kerrera. This cruise presents opportunities to see a wide variety of wildlife and to enjoy Scotland's fantastic scenery at its best. Informative commentary.Also 1 hour cruises to the local seal colony daily and longer cruises/private charter by request.

Guided wildlife and Corryvreckan Whirlpool boat trips from Ardfern ,Argyll,on our latest vessel Venturer. Two,three and four hour trips,day trips and private charter. Join 40 years experienced skipper/ wildlife guide Lindsay Johnston for a memorable trip through the spectacular scenery and abundant wildlife of this special conservation area. Book online from our web site or give us a call.

Boat trips and Tours, wildlife and the Corryvreckan, island hopping, sea taxi and private charters from Crinan and Tayvallich on our state of the art cabined RIB

Sea Kayak Argyll provides sea kayak coaching and guiding around the amazing coastline of the Cowal Peninsula, magical Isle of Bute and Argyll's Secret Coast. We offer single day introductory courses, through to advanced qualifications and courses. We run a number of wild camping expeditions each year around the magical Isles of the Clyde and the west coast of Scotland, Shetland, Norway and Lanzarote, as well as a number of sea kayaking courses. We deliver British Canoeing personal performance awards for sea kayak, and sit on tops, as well as being a British Sea Leader and Guide Training Centre. Additionally, Sea Kayak Argyll & Bute provides Rescue Emergency Care First Aid Courses, including Outdoor 1st Aid and Emergency First Aid at Work and specialist Sea Kayaking 1st Aid.

Outdoor activity provider. Kayaking, open canoeing, rock climbing, hillwalking, gorge walking. All ages and abilities catered for.

Based in Oban on the west coast of Scotland we offer deep water skate fishing, general sea angling and boat trips from the comfort of our vessel, MV Creagallan with your skipper Jack MacGregor.

Berthed at Craobh Haven Marina on the West Coast of Scotland, Jenny Wren has been awarded a 5* Wildlife experience by Visit Scotland & offers boat trips for 2 to 8 people to the Corryvreckan Whirlpool and beyond. Wildlife, distillery,photography,fishing & island hopping.Bespoke packages,fast ferry service and corporate packages. This year we are offering golfing trips to Ghia and Oban golf courses. Please give Barry a call to book. Jenny Wren has a heated cabin & toilet. We Operate all year round.

We are a local family run company offering boat tours, based at Portavadie Marina on Loch Fyne. We offer regular boat trips from Portavadie and Tarbert Harbour on beautiful Loch Fyne to see wildlife, castles and stunning scenery. We are also available for private charter and can transport you in comfort to Arran to visit the distillery, up Loch Fyne to see the magnificent seven castles or head up the Kyles to see the stunning Burnt Isles and Caladh Harbour.