Many of our guests are from Australia as part of a major trip around Scotland, the UK or Europe. Our Scottish cruises are the perfect way to see several islands of the Hebrides while taking a break from constant travelling. We were delighted to welcome Autralian guests mother and daughter Hilary and Tania on board Emma Jane and provide them with an individual bespoke cruise experience. Our overseas guests really appreciate our guided shore trips, providing a great insight into the communities, history and nature of the Hebrides. It is very easy to reach our departure point in Oban from Edinburgh or Glasgow,please just get in touch with Emma if you need travel advice. Hilary and Tania were wonderful guests and we really do hope they can come on board again in the future. Their guest companions on board all sent in pictures which are seen in the gallery below. Here is what Tania said about their cruise to Skye and the Small Isles:
"My Mum and I have just been on this wonderful Skye and Small Isles cruise – it was so amazing- the mix of outdoor adventure- heading to shore in a zodiac, walks on the islands, amazing sunsets, wildlife spotting- and yes we did see puffins, Minke whales and dolphins, to name just some- and lots of bird life. But also a life of luxury on Emma Jane- there seemed to be so much space- 3 viewing decks, a large luxurious lounge area, just max 10 passengers, and 4 amazing staff. James- our Skipper – who always managed to find a beautiful and still mooring for the night – and has a great eye for spotting sea creatures, Emma our bosun- worked so hard looking after us all and the boat, Caroline our amazing gourmet chef, and Chris our wildlife and photography expert. The crew were fantastic- we are planning on another cruise as soon as we get a chance to revisit Scotland. My Mum is elderly but adventurous and was fine on this cruise and so well looked after. So if you read this – and are thinking of a trip like this- just book it now- you won’t regret it!"
From Tania and Hilary in Australia.
Exceeding every expectation our 3 night mini cruise was a delight from start to finish . Comfort on the Lucy Mary is second to none, we had our best 3 nights sleep for a long time! The food was first class, best quality and wonderful imaginative menus. (Thank you Sammy). Nothing was ever too much trouble and everything has been thought of. ( Thank you Abbie) . Skipper Chris looked after us on and off the boat and was great company too. Indy our wildlife expert on the island stops and on the boat was engaging, knowledgeable and seemed to have eyes in the back of his head. All the crew love what they do and it shows! It was our first Hebrides cruise , although others were returner. We loved every minute of it and will be returners too . Even the weather played ball, with sunshine ☀️ every day .
Paul and Jan Spooner: 8 May 2025Hebrides Magical Mini Cruise