An Island Adventure

Oban, only 12 miles from Taynuilt, is known as the 'Gateway to the Isles', with a number of ferries travelling to breath-taking West Coast islands such as:

• Mull
• Coll
• Tiree
• Colonsay
• Islay

The nearest island to Oban is Kerrera - six and a half miles long and ideal for walking and cycling.  You can reach Kerrera via an independently run ferry a couple of miles south of Oban.  

Mull is a popular destination with visitors to Oban and is home to whales and dolphins, puffins, otters, basking sharks and eagles.  Take a trip from Mull to the small but stunning island of Iona, and visit one of Scotland's most revered sites, Iona Abbey. You can also organise a trip to the Isle of Staffa, and get up close with the spectacular Fingal's Cave.    

The island of Lismore, situated in Loch Linnhe, is an hour's ferry ride from Oban.  Enjoy fantastic views, explore the historical sites and discover the range of wildlife on this 10 mile long island.

Seil lies 12 miles south of Oban and can be reached by the 'Bridge over the Atlantic' (the 200 year old Clachan Bridge).  The car-free island of Easdale lies about 200 metres off the island of Seil, and is the smallest of the Inner Hebrides.

  

Getting There

Coastal Connection offer a range of boat trips to the surrounding islands, including a Tobermory Day Trip and a Wildlife and Castles Trip (they also offer whole boat charter), and Caledonian MacBrayne run regular ferry services to the islands.

Why not take a day trip on your next visit to Airdeny and visit one of the beautiful islands around the Argyll coast?  Which of the islands would be top of your list for your next trip?  Leave your comments or questions below.