Lord of the Highlands
Highland Wildlife Safari with Richard Thaxton
Cruise code : HEBRIDEANLOH270531
Scotland’s land, seas and skies support a wide range of native mammals and birds and is renowned as a wildlife destination. The great wilderness of northern Scotland which abounds with white beaches, turquoise waters and a rugged coastline, is a treasure trove of species including whales, dolphins, seals, White-tailed Eagles and seabirds.
Highland Wildlife Safari with Richard Thaxton
Date
Monday, 31 May 2027 – Monday, 7 June 2027
Locations
Inverness – Kyle of Lochalsh
Stay
7 nights
Guest Speaker
Richard Thaxton is a life-long advocate for nature conservation having combined his career in nature reserve management with RSPB, with over 20 years of wildlife tour guiding all over the world. He likes nothing more than to show, share and pass on his passion for wildlife, aiming to inspire and encourage others of all levels of experience to make the natural world an endlessly fascinating, uplifting and massively beneficial part of their lives too.Select a destination
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DAILY ITINERARY INFO
Over the course of your cruise, guests will venture to a variety of islands celebrated for their culture, history and serenity. Explore the path you'll travel on below…
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Day 1
Monday, 31 May 2027
Inverness
Embarkation
Day 2
Tuesday, 1 June 2027
Inverness
Cruise out to Chanonry Point in the Moray Firth, home to around 200 dolphins which can often be seen at very close quarters, before sailing the Caledonian Canal and Loch Ness to Foyers.
Foyers
Walk to the spectacular Falls of Foyers and look out for the elusive red squirrels.
Day 3
Wednesday, 2 June 2027
Fort Augustus
Explore ancient pinewood, experience rewilding in action, discover centuries of Gaelic culture and immerse yourself in nature at the Dundreggan Rewilding Centre.
Day 4
Thursday, 3 June 2027
Corpach
Binoculars at the ready to spot birds of prey, red deer, herons and other wading birds as we sail the tranquil waters of the Caledonian Canal. Later we take the mountain gondola to the summit of Aonach Mòr for panoramic vistas of the Nevis Range.
Day 5
Friday, 4 June 2027
Craignure, Isle of Mull
The machair of Iona becomes a carpet for rare wild flowers in spring and early summer, this fertile grassland is home to a myriad of plant and birdlife where we go in search of the elusive Corncrake.
Day 6
Saturday, 5 June 2027
Tobermory, Isle of Mull
From Tobermory we take a small boat to the tiny Isle of Lunga in the Treshnish Isles to see the island’s famous colonies of puffins.
Inverie
Known as ‘Europe’s last wilderness’, Inverie is blessed with an abundance of magnificent wildlife which we explore with a local ranger
Day 7
Sunday, 6 June 2027
Kyle of Lochalsh
Ashore at Kyle of Lochalsh, we visit Plockton and experience a seal boat trip on the waters of Loch Carron.
Day 8
Monday, 7 June 2027
Kyle of Lochalsh
Disembarkation
Lord of the Highlands
Category 1 Deluxe Cabin
Cabin type :
Outside
Description :
All accommodation on the Richard Hannay Deck are Category 1 deluxe cruise cabins. They are outward facing and boast picture windows so that no view is missed. All cabins feature a dressing table, stool, wardrobe, satellite TV, safe and hairdryer. For your added comfort slippers, bathrobes and luxury Molton Brown toiletries are also provided in the en-suite shower rooms.
All accommodation on the Richard Hannay Deck are Category 1 deluxe cruise cabins. They are outward facing and boast picture windows so that no view is missed. All cabins feature a dressing table, stool, wardrobe, satellite TV, safe and hairdryer. For your added comfort slippers, bathrobes and luxury Molton Brown toiletries are also provided in the en-suite shower rooms.
facilities :
- Vanity Area
- Shower
- Toiletries Provided
- TV
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Twin
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Lord of the Highlands
Category 2 Balcony Cabin
Cabin type :
Balcony
Description :
The four category 2 cabins feature twin beds and a small private balcony with teak furniture for you to enjoy the magnificent scenery. All cabins feature a dressing table, stool, wardrobe, satellite TV, safe and hairdryer. For your added comfort slippers, bathrobes and luxury Molton Brown toiletries are also provided in the en-suite shower rooms
The four category 2 cabins feature twin beds and a small private balcony with teak furniture for you to enjoy the magnificent scenery. All cabins feature a dressing table, stool, wardrobe, satellite TV, safe and hairdryer. For your added comfort slippers, bathrobes and luxury Molton Brown toiletries are also provided in the en-suite shower rooms
facilities :
- Vanity Area
- Shower
- Toiletries Provided
- TV
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Twin
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Lord of the Highlands
Category 3 Suite
Cabin type :
Suite
Deck:
John Buchan Deck
Status :
closed
Description :
The spacious suite features a King-sized bed and large picture windows both port and starboard affording delightful views. In addition to standard facilities, the comfortable sitting area is furnished with a sofa, coffee table and mini bar containing a selection of complimentary beverages
The spacious suite features a King-sized bed and large picture windows both port and starboard affording delightful views. In addition to standard facilities, the comfortable sitting area is furnished with a sofa, coffee table and mini bar containing a selection of complimentary beverages
facilities :
- Lounge Area
- Vanity Area
- Shower
- Toiletries Provided
- TV
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- King
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