Is the trip suitable for children?

Yes, the trip caters to all ages. Children under 1 travel free, and those under 14 receive a reduced rate.

Are there facilities on board?

There is a toilet available on the boat, usable only while at sea. Additional facilities are located at Dunstaffnage Marina.

Can I bring my own food and drinks?

Yes, guests are welcome to bring their own refreshments. Hot drinks and biscuits are also provided onboard.

What wildlife might I see?

You may spot seals, sea eagles, golden eagles, cormorants, otters, and occasionally dolphins or porpoises.

What happens if the weather is bad?

Trips are weather-dependent and may be canceled or rescheduled to ensure passenger safety.

Is there parking available at the marina?

Yes, parking is available but requires a daily fee payable at the marina reception.

Private Sailing Charter Around Kerrera with Etive Boat Trips | Boat Tour | Private

Situated off Scotland’s rugged west coast, the island of Kerrera offers a distinctive blend of coastal beauty and wildlife that draws adventurers seeking an authentic maritime journey. Etive Boat Trips, based in Dunbeg near Oban, presents a compelling way to engage with this environment through their "Around Kerrera - Private Charter." This three-hour voyage aboard the Etive Explorer, a 10-meter Blyth Catamaran designed for stability and comfort, circumnavigates Kerrera’s shores, providing an intimate vantage point to the island’s notable landmarks and surrounding waters.

Your route passes Ganavan Sands’ serene shores, the small but historically rich Maiden Island, and the evocative Gylen Castle, a 16th-century fortress perched on Kerrera’s southern tip. The cruise also skirts Hutcheson’s Monument, a prominent local landmark, while offering sweeping views of Oban Bay. Each mile on the Firth of Lorn and Loch Etive places passengers amidst habitats known for white-tailed sea eagles and golden eagles, common seals basking on rocks, and occasionally porpoises slicing through the tides.

Etive Boat Trips brings forward an experience that goes beyond sightseeing—guests enjoy hot drinks and biscuits, and can bring their own provisions to fully settle into a relaxed rhythm of the sea. The vessel’s spacious deck and sheltered wheelhouse allow comfort regardless of weather, reflecting the often brisk but invigorating conditions of Scotland’s west coast.

This operation stands out in the local outdoor scene for its commitment to combining safety, accessibility, and ecological mindfulness. Licensed for 12 passengers with a seasoned crew, the focus remains on connecting adventurers with nature’s quieter side: the subtle movements of wildlife, the shifting light on water, and the legacy of human history etched into Kerrera’s rocky curves. For visitors seeking a private, thoughtful passage through one of Scotland’s poetic coastal settings, Etive Boat Trips delivers an unmatched maritime adventure.