Boat trip and guided tour from Edinburgh

Edinburgh, Scotland

Boat trip and guided tour from Edinburgh

All ages • 6 hours • Cruise on the Forth Fjord and Landing on Inchcolm Island

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Date

Mon, Oct 6

Travelers

2

About This Adventure

Embark on a thrilling 6-hour adventure from Edinburgh to the stunning Inchcolm Island. Experience a scenic train ride, a captivating boat cruise through the Firth of Forth, and explore the ancient abbey while spotting Grey Seals. This unique journey combines history, nature, and breathtaking views for an unforgettable day.

Duration: 6 hours

We offer you the opportunity to explore the northern coast of the city on a captivating boat trip. The activity starts in Edinburgh, from where we will take a train to the village of South Queensferry. Once there, we will enjoy a boat ride to Inchcolm Island.

Highlights

Discover all the secrets of the Firth of Forth on this wonderful cruise. Enjoy the landing on Inchcolm Island and its ancient abbey. From the deck, we will have the opportunity to see the resident community of Grey Seals in the fjord

Included

6-hour guided tour
train ticket
entrance to the abbey
entrance to the island
boat entry

Excluded

Food and drinks are not included

Important Info

Full refund in case of non getting a minimum quorum (5 adults)

Meeting Point

10.30h, Wellington's statue , 9, Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, EH1 3GB. Our tour guide will be waiting with a blue and orange umbrella. We recommend arriving at the meeting point 15 minutes before the agreed time since the train that takes us to South Queensferry, where the boat awaits us, departs at 10:48 a.m.

Adventure Tips

Arrive early for boarding

Getting to the departure point 15 minutes early ensures smooth boarding and ample time to find a good spot on the boat.

Wear weather-appropriate clothing

Bring waterproof gear and layers as weather on the water can change quickly.

Bring binoculars and camera

Enhance your wildlife spotting and capture the stunning scenery with binoculars and a camera.

Respect wildlife and historic sites

Maintain a respectful distance from seals, and avoid touching or climbing on historic structures.

Local Insights

Wildlife

Grey Seals
Seabirds such as puffins and gulls

History

Inchcolm Abbey dates back to the 12th century and was founded by monks who used the island as a retreat.

Conservation

The area is protected as part of Scotland’s coastal environment, emphasizing wildlife preservation and sustainable tourism.

Water Activities & Edinburgh: Inchcolm Island Adventure

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