What to do and see in Fort William, Scotland: The Best Boat Tours & Water Sports

Vertical Descents Scotland is a modern Adventure Activity Centre operating from our HQ in Fort William, we also have a mobile base that covers the East of Scotland. We provide fun, adrenaline-fuelled activities to Families, Groups, and Individuals. Our exciting activities include: White Water Rafting, Canyoning, Via Ferrata, Fun-Yakking, River Tubing and many other adventures!

Rockhopper Sea Kayaking offers high quality guided half/full and overnight Sea kayaking tours. We are based just outside Fort William and run trips within an hour of our base. We also have a Canoe/Bike Hire Hub based at Neptunes Staircase Banavie.

Active Highs are an outdoor activity and adventure sports company near Fort William "The Outdoor Capital of the UK" and Fort Augustus near Loch Ness in the Highlands of Scotland. We have a great range of activities available and cater for families, groups, couples, individuals & groups. We offer some of the best activities that you will find in the U.K. including white water rafting, scenic river rafting trips, canyoning, gorge walking, canoeing, kayaking, climbing. Our centre is based near Loch Oich which is part of the Caledonian Canal and Great Glen Canoe Trail, ideally placed for taking part in water sports. Our white water rafting takes place weekly on a dam release river giving us guaranteed river levels, fantastic rapids and exhilarating white water rafting.

Explore and discover the Great Glen between Inverness and Fort William by travelling along the Caledonian canal, including loch Lochy, loch Oich and the iconic loch Ness. 2020 is our 25th season, offering adventure therapy to all our guests. With the help of our resident local guide, we explore the Glen either on foot, by bike, canoeing, sailing or by just staying aboard our comfortable barge to watch the scenery drift by. With your own resident chef all meals are created on board using local produce and after your days exploration you can retire to your twin en-suite accommodation or relax in the lounge area aboard. With plenty of space to breathe, it is a great place to holiday and relax, in this hidden gem of Scotland - The Great Glen.

Passenger trips on Loch Linnhe onboard our modern and efficient vessel "ELSIE" we can accommodate up to 65 passengers. Trips last 1h30mins allowing plenty of time for you to enjoy spectacular views of Ben Nevis and the surrounding areas. We will visit Black Rock which is home to common and grey seals before heading back up the Loch into Corpach. Visiting the entrance of the Caledonian Canal.

AWARD WINNING 90 MINUTE SEAFARI ADVENTURE - Daily sailings from April to October - please see our website for tour times and prices. An opportunity to get close to Lochaber’s wild heart on an enthralling boat tour through one of Scotland’s most beautiful areas… Fort William Sea Tours offers you the chance of an exhilarating adventure set in the majestic scenery of the West Highlands. With Ben Nevis as your backdrop, experience a breathtaking rib ride to the local seal colony and take in the magnificent views on every side. Look out for dolphins, eagles and other local wildlife as you glide over the loch, then race the world famous Jacobite steam train (Harry Potter express) along the scenic shores of Loch Eil. You won't regret taking the opportunity to try out Fort William's most action-packed tour!

River to sea Scotland offers a great choice of guided paddling journeys, with families, groups and individuals all welcome. All trips are exclusive to you and your party (no mixed bookings) and are tailored according to your experience. The West Coast of Scotland is one of the best paddling destinations in the world. We have beautiful white sandy beaches, crystal clear waters and picturesque islands; all with an abundance of wildlife and set in a landscape of mountains and forests.

Enjoy this fantastic cruise under the slopes of Ben Nevis, Britain's highest mountain, onboard the historic vessel Souters Lass. The Skipper gives an entertaining and informative commentary as the boat cruises past a salmon farm, mussel farm and on to view Black Rock where seals can be seen most of the year. Look out from our deck or from our cosy viewing lounge for porpoise, otters and all kinds of sea birds and red deer.

I'm Andy, I am a self confessed Salmon fishing addict! I have been fishing since I was 6 years old and fly fishing for wild Atlantic Salmon is my passion. I have an in depth local knowledge of my local river's and supply quality equipment, full instruction and guiding for my clients. I am also an experienced outdoor instructor and coach and am a friendly fun and approachable perosn.

Peak and Creek Adventures are an outdoor activity company, based in Fort William. We offer high quality guiding, coaching, skills courses and training in hiking, mountain biking, and white water kayaking. The Highlands of Scotland are an outdoor enthusiasts dream come true. From our base in the 'Outdoor Capital of the UK', we are uniquely positioned to take advantage of the incredible adventure playground on our doorstep. Allow our guides to share their passion for this awesome landscape, steeped in centuries of history, with you. Take on the challenge of Ben Nevis, Scotland's highest mountain. Escape the crowds, and explore incredible singletrack trails in remote glens. Change the pace and see the country from a completely different perspective on one of our guided kayak trips. We have trips to suit all abilities and appetites for adventure!