The Small Isles, the Isle of Skye and the Shiants provide an enthralling and contrasting island experience. The “Small Isles” of Muck, Eigg, Rum and Canna, each have their own distinct beauty and character. Cruise times between islands are short, with always another lovely island vista on the horizon, with the invitation to go ashore to explore. The next stop is the Isle of Skye, with the dramatic approach from the sea to Loch Scavaig, which sits under the towering Cuillin mountains; some of the most dramatic scenery on the West Coast of Scotland. There will be a chance to go ashore and walk to Loch Coruisk, one of the remotest lochs on Skye. Heading up the sheltered Inner Sound of Skye past the Isle of Raasay, the magnificent Scottish mainland sea lochs of Torridon and Carron are potential stopovers. Then onwards out into the sea of the Hebrides to take in the remote Shiant Isles, often described as a mini St Kilda, a nesting site for thousands of sea birds. The Shiants were given to Adam Nicolson on his 21st birthday and his book “Sea Room” tells the story of these islands. Our guests were delighted to be given a guided tour of the islands by Adam in 2017 and meet his friend Jonathan Dimbleby, both in the photo with Skipper James.
| Date | Nights | Spaces | Price p/p | Vessel | Book Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 May 2021 | 8 | 0 | --- | Emma Jane | Fully Booked |
| 15 May 2021 | 8 | 0 | --- | Elizabeth-G | Fully Booked |
| 9 August 2021 | 8 | 2 | £2,590.00 | Elizabeth-G | Book Now |
| 19 August 2021 | 8 | 0 | --- | Emma Jane | Fully Booked |
Master cabin available (Emma Jane Only).
| Date | Nights | Spaces | Price p/p | Vessel | Book Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 May 2022 | 8 | 6 | £2,910.00 | Emma Jane | Book Now |
| 20 August 2022 | 8 | 8 | £2,590.00 | Elizabeth-G | Book Now |
Master cabin available (Emma Jane Only).
27 May 2019
Quality and variety of beautifully presented food could not be surpassed and the bread and cakes were fab! Table decorations wonderful and imaginative. Our guide worked very hard to always be on the look out for wildlife, despite weather conditions sometimes. The skipper was hard working and very conscientious, always aware of safety and comfort. The whole crew never stopped working, they were all wonderful and cheeful! Thank you
Brigitte Hyde
25 May 2019
We had a wonderful trip, the highlight of our month in Scotland! Thank you for all your help Emma. All staff, Captain Chris, Bosun Craig always helpful and accommodating. Amazing chef, wonderful diversity of meals, always cheerful even under some difficult conditions. Cathy, one of the most enthusiastic and good guides we have ever encountered. Book now, don’t delay!
John & Denise Lombard
25 May 2019
The staff were so very caring, wanting us to have the best experience ever. The boat and food were also excellent. I would recommend Hebrides Cruises to anyone wanting to see the islands.
Beverly Weissenburger
21 July 2018
We had an idyllic cruise on the Emma Jane. We have enjoyed several cruises on the Elizabeth G and this trip has fully lived up to our expectations in terms of the wildlife and itinerary plus the extra space and comforts offered by the Emma Jane. Puffins on the Shiants were breathtaking and a couple of minke whales gave us a wonderful performance. James, Lynsey, Alex, Cathy and Kevin did a great job in getting us to the right places at the right time and looking after us so well. The food, as always, was exceptional. We will definitely be booking another cruise before too long.
Jenny & John Bartram
28 May 2018
Thank you all sooo much for everything you did to make our cruise on Emma Jane so wonderful. The ship, the seas, the islands, the widlife, the company and even the weather were all amazing! We loved it and appreciate everything you all did for us.
Stephen & Hazel Connor
24 July 2017
The captain and crew were exceptional. Kind, thoughtful and enthusiastic. The quality of food astonishingly high. A real sense of a happy ship and a happy crew.
Grant Hutchison & Marion McMurdo
29 May 2017
Overall the cruise was a great date for me. It was very easy to book and I rate Emma the best contact person ever. I appreciated not having to go through an agent who would take a very large deposit. Emma also made joining the cruise very easy especially as I had to arrive late and in the rain...her picking me up was very gracious and hospitable. Disembarking was a breeze..
Barbara Engdahl
29 May 2017
The staff couldn’t have been more pleasant and efficient. Maddy’s smile lit up the day, Lindsay’s encyclopaedic knowledge of cetaceans and birds was amazing, Ross’s food first class and Rob’s unflappability and skills in scallop hunting were awe inspiring! Emma was also helpful and efficent. Just do it!
Catherine Trimby
29 May 2017
Rob, I felt that we must write to thank you whole-heartedly for the memorable 8 day cruise around the Hebrides on Proud Seahorse, which you organised and skippered so successfully last week. We much admired your calm control in even changing weather (and forecasts), your knowledge and personable company and your patience in dealing with an eldery group of passengers.
Robin
29 May 2017
Anchorages were excellent, onshore trips interesting and varied. Lindsay and Rob had fantastic knowledge of the area, the history and the fauna. Maddy was excellent with cleanliness, tiding, and all other aspects of hosting. Ross supplied a wonderful variety of sublime dishes and the smell of fresh baking a wonderful welcoming when we returned from excursions. Rob and Lindsay were very careful with all the boat maneuvers plus our disembarking and boarding.
Judi & Bryan Whichelo
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This was a superb holiday, travelling solo with strangers on board the Emma Jane. Some were experienced cruisers; others, like me, new to the experience. The group was friendly and I think everyone managed to do as much or as little as they chose to – joining Will on his fascinating wildlife walks, ambling along the tow path or just watching the view change from an easy chair as we moved along the canal and lochs. The crew made a great team - from James' handling of the boat through flights of locks, Helen's watchful care of us and our cabins, Ruth's amazing cooking (for me, the best vegan food I've ever been served.) The weather was lovely, I saw almost everything I hoped to see and lot more I didn't know was there, I enjoyed the informality and peace of it all. I wouldn't have been able to do this without the waiver a single supplement, so thanks to Hebrides Cruises for that.
Lesley Hale: 21 September 2019Loch Linnhe, the Caledonian Canal & Loch Ness