26 July 2025
There are not enough words and adjectives to describe just how fantastic this cruise on Lucy Mary was. To fulfil an ambition of many years to actually visit St Kilda plus many other islands together with a superb crew and like minded great passengers was a dream come true. Captain James made sure we travelled comfortably and safely, making decisions every day after checking on tides and weather so we achieved every goal. His evening debriefing was informative and amusing together with details of the following days adventure. Chef Sammy made such imaginative and amazing meals every day, catering to different requests with a smile, she even shared a few recipes. Needless to say we've added a few pounds! Steward Poppy was a delight - always cheerful, always smiling and laughing and so attentive plus she kept our cabins immaculate every day. Finally, Indy, our wildlife guide. His knowledge, enthusiasm and irresistible personality enthralled us all. We learned so much and achieved his (and our) goals every day with his encouragement and drive. We are so very grateful to have been on this cruise and made memories which will last a lifetime. It won't be our last one!
Nancy and Don Harbron
Hi It has taken some time to get around to writing this review - partly because I moved house 10 days after returning from my adventure! I thought long and hard about 'to go or not to go' and eventually took the plunge finally having chance to set foot on Hirta - the island I had first heard about some 30 years before - it was amazing to be there - and on Canna and Sanday, Harris, Vatersay, Rhum and the rest. The food was incredible and the fact that so much care and attention was taken of individual difficulties and allergies was such a relief as I was never worrying if something I abhorred or could eat would turn up on the table! Our skipper (Chris) and Bosun (Craig) were a wealth of knowledge and information which they shared freely and being allowed into the wheelhouse to see Hirta on the horizon and to be able to find out about lighthouse flashes, shipping lanes, navigation and weather reports was fascinating. I have never seen people work so hard and yet maintain such a pleasant, courteous and helpful manner. I had a wonderful time - basking sharks, Minke whales, dolphin bow racing, sea eagles, puffins and wild otter as well as the wild deer on Rhum - magical! I have come back with a diary and head full of memories and an i pad full of photos as well as the deep desire to save my pennies and adventure off again at some future date. Thank you, thank you for making my dreams come true
Una McLean: 16 July 2018St Kilda and the isles of the Outer Hebrides