10 KM
Grade C
This journey takes you along some of the most dramatic sea cliff scenery that Scotland has to offer, giant geo’s, stacks and caves a plenty; all lined with an abundance of birdlife. Beneath these amazing rock features the tide races by, producing eddy lines, boils and turbulent water as it squeezes in and out of the Pentland Firth.
10 KM
No Landing Zones
Coastal Paddling
Strong Tidal Effects
Vehicle or Bus Shuttle
Grade C
Show Description
Paddling under the Stacks of Duncansby
Exploring the incredible Wife & Sclaites Geos
Playing in the tidal races found by the ‘Knee’
The views across to the Pentland Skerries and Orkney isles
Seeing the many sea birds that make the cliffs their home
Useful Links and/or Updates
If wanting to use the bus for a shuttle check out: http://www.travelinescotland.com
At John O’ Groats be sure to enjoy the Storehouse Cafe:http://www.visitjohnogroats.com
Gallery
Sea stack just South of The Knee
Sea stack just South of The Knee
Sea stack just South of The Knee
Duncansby Head
Duncansby Stacks
Duncansby Stacks
Duncansby Stacks
Thirle Door
Duncansby Head Lighthouse
Duncansby Head Lighthouse
Duncansby Head Stacks & The Knee
Wife Geo
Duncansby Head Coastline
Duncansby Head coastline
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