sailscotland 2020

SAILING HOLIDAYS

Increasingly, vessels are venturing further afield to destinations such as Ireland, the Faroes or even Norway or Iceland to let customers experience passage sailing while safe in the knowledge that someone else is in charge. The option may exist to undertake a one-way passage as some yachts cruise to alternative locations during the course of the season. Imagine starting your journey in the secluded anchorages of Scotland’s west coast only to finish in an Icelandic fjord! With opportunities often existing to join organised events such as the Malts Cruise, Scottish Islands Peaks Race or West Highland Yachting Week there is a lot of choice from Scottish shores. Other opportunities involve shorter corporate or private trips, which usually range from a day sail to a long weekend. The length of time offered is often related to the area where the boat operates – holidays of a shorter duration are more likely to be available in the Firth of Clyde and closer to larger settlements with better transport links, while further afield the duration is usually a week or more. There’s a wide range of vessels available for sailing holidays from purpose-built expedition yachts, modern fibreglass sloops, catamarans and traditional wooden craft. Most skippers will provide informal tuition for those who wish to learn and some boats are also accredited RYA training centres offering a range of courses. Accommodation and levels of comfort vary from private cabins with en-suite facilities to more communal living. Whatever package you choose, the boats and crew are sure to be fully equipped to allow you to get the most out of your holiday and Scotland’s magnificent scenery and hospitality.

SET SAIL to the HEBRIDES ˜˜˜˜˜˜ Let our fleet of classic boats and adventure vessels give you a taste of life under sail as you explore the Hebrides and the remote St Kilda. No sailing experience necessary, just a lust for adventure!

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Selkie Explorers

explore scotland’s beautiful coast from aboard selkie, a high latitude, aluminium, lifting keel, expedition sailing yacht. access the wilder, hidden and hard-to-get-to places of the inner and outer Hebrides, st. kilda and beyond. book the whole boat or just a bunk to join us for a fantastic sailing adventure. each selkie voyage is a unique experience created by the wind, waves, birds, sea creatures, fellow crew, great food and weather. whether you are a keen sailor, photographer, wild swimmer, wildlife enthusiast, an adventurer, on your own, with a group of friends or a family… there is a wonderful holiday for everyone. selkie is based on the isle of eigg and voyages depart (mainly) from mallaig year round. see our website for 2020 trips and availability or email celia to ask about bespoke or scheduled voyages, summer, winter and 2021. we look forward to welcoming you on board.

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