What to do and see in Mainland, Scotland: The Best Tours

May 27, 2021 Jacquiline Darosa

Discover the best top things to do in Mainland, United Kingdom including Shetland Wildlife, The Mousa Boat, Island Trails, Sea Kayak Shetland, Shetland Seabird Tours, Discover Shetland, Roundabout Shetland, Shetland Minibus Tours, Shetland Wildlife Boat Tours, Seabirds-and-Seals.
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1. Shetland Wildlife

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Shetland Wildlife

With over 20 years of experience we are the No.1 choice for birding, mammal-watching, botanical, photographic & walking holidays in Shetland. We are also the only award-winning eco-tourism holiday business resident in Shetland. Visit us online - our site is packed with wild ideas and a choice of 40 wildlife-filled holidays. Day tours plus tailor-made & bespoke packages also arranged for individuals / groups plus boat trips, exclusive hide photography and wildlife sound recording. We also operate a portfolio of wildlife-watching and photography holidays overseas to Finland, Norway, France, Spain, Poland and Hungary. Fully Bonded by the CAA: ATOL 9151.

2. The Mousa Boat

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The Mousa Boat

We regret to inform all our guests and clients that Mousa Boat will not be open for 2020 season We can promise you a warm welcome aboard the Mousa Boat on your journey to explore the enchanting island of Mousa. With its magnificent Iron Age Broch and wonderful wildlife this really is the perfect place for visitors to experience the essential nature of Shetland. We operate regular sailings and tours; a Daytime Island Trip and a Late Evening Storm Petrel Trip, or if you prefer something more leisurely we also run fascinating Short Cruises around the local waters, trips to Noss for the spectacular bird watching and Whale watching charters, Whichever sailing you choose, and many do both trips, please don’t leave it to the last day of your visit to Shetland as all sailings are weather dependent, and we know you wouldn’t want to miss the experience of visiting Mousa.

3. Island Trails

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Island Trails

Join Island Trails to discover the real Shetland, it's beautiful scenery, history, culture and wildlife. Owned by crofter and wildlife enthusiast James Tait who also has a keen interest in local history. With his extensive local knowledge James can plan a tour or walk to suit your interests and timescale. Check out the Island Trails website for more information and to read recent customer testimonials.

4. Sea Kayak Shetland

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Sea Kayak Shetland

Guided kayaking trips round Mainland Shetland. No previous experience necessary. All equipment and training provided. Taster sessions, half day or full day trips. No programme of trips. Trips available all year round, weather-permitting, and arranged round weather forecast and sea-state. Mostly single kayaks; one double kayak.

5. Shetland Seabird Tours

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Shetland Seabird Tours

The ultimate Shetland wildlife experience on the Noss Boat – unrivalled spectacle & photographic opportunities with the awesome, towering Noss cliffs backdrop. Shetland's only naturalist led boat tour company. Very comfortable, safe, bespoke wildlife watching boat, room to stand, photograph & enjoy. Maximum of 12 passengers per trip, toilet available. Upholstered seats with backrests for every passenger as well as large decking area for panoramic viewing and photography. The Noss Boat tour includes cruise around Bressay & Noss to enjoy Shetland's rich natural marine environment, thousands of breeding seabirds, close seals encounters, scenic views & striking local geology. Our famous trips are a must do for all major film crews including 'BBC Springwatch' and 'Wild Shetland' and we are the boat of choice for tour groups, families, and photographers. We are always on the lookout for whales too with increasing sightings in Shetland waters! Our unique Gannet feeding frenzy a highlight!

6. Discover Shetland

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Discover Shetland

The Shetland Islands are a naturalists dream and a photographers paradise. Shetland has as rich an archaeological, historical and cultural heritage as you will find anywhere. Discover Shetland aims to offer you a personal, informal and intimate experience of our beautiful islands. There are prescribed tours but there is flexibility and every effort will be made to accommodate your interests.

7. Roundabout Shetland

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Roundabout Shetland

At Roundabout Shetland, we believe that our islands are outstandingly beautiful: wild yet peaceful, vibrant and friendly. To make the most of our islands, we will ensure your visit is enjoyable and memorable. Our comfortable vehicle - fitted with Climate Control and fully-adjustable seats - can take up to 6 passengers on their very own tour.

8. Shetland Minibus Tours

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Shetland Minibus Tours

Shetland minibus tours owned and run by Grant Redfern, a born and bred Shetlander, providing four tours the length and breadth of the Shetland Isles in an eight seat minibus. The tours cover everything you need to know about Shetland, from ancient to modern history, culture, wildlife and stunning scenery.

9. Shetland Wildlife Boat Tours

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Shetland Wildlife Boat Tours

We have been running seabird and wildlife tours in Shetland since 2007. The spectacular cliffs of the world famous bird reserve are home to over 50,000 breeding seabirds. We guarantee up close sightings of seabirds in large numbers and both common and grey seals. From April to September we operate 2 trips daily around Noss leaving Lerwick at 10.30AM and 2PM.

10. Seabirds-and-Seals

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Seabirds-and-Seals

Shetland's Seabirds-and-Seals Tours - offer excursions around the incredible bird cliffs of Noss in the Shetland Islands. Tours take place twice daily at 10:15am & 2:15pm, departing from the small boat harbour in Shetland's main town of Lerwick. We also offer a Sunrise Boat Tour - departing from same location at 5:15am. We are also available for fishing trips, private charter, marine survey and workboat contracts. Our 13.5 Metre twin-engine Catamaran 'Seabird' is very comfortable for taking up to 12 passengers and the best way to see the famous seabird cliffs at Noss National Nature reserve! You will also experience our 'underwater camera' on our 10:15am and 2:15pm tour - you can view videos of previous experiences.

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