Many would class the Outer Hebrides as the ‘jewel in the crown’ of Scotland’s western seaboard. Stretching from the remote and uninhabited islands of Berneray, Mingulay and Pabbay in the far south to the dramatic conclusion of the island chain at the Butt of Lewis in the north, these islands are home to a wealth of beauty throughout.
Outer Hebrides Trips
Outer Hebrides
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Outer Hebrides
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Barra Head
Monach Islands
Sound of Harris
Taransay
Scarp
Butt of Lewis
Shiant Islands
Grade A
Relatively easy landings with escape routes easily available. Offering relative shelter from extreme conditions and ocean swell. Some tidal movement may be found, but easy to predict with no major tidal races or overfalls.
Grade B
Some awkward landings, and sections of coastline with no escape routes should be expected. Tidal movement, tidal races, overfalls, crossings, ocean swell and surf may be found on these trips. They will also be exposed to the weather and associated conditions.
Grade c
Difficult landings with no escape routes for long sections of the trip. Fast tidal movement, tidal races, overfalls, extended crossing, ocean swell and surf may be found on all of these trips. Exposed to the weather and sea state, therefore require detailed planning and paddlers competent in rough water conditions. The journey may require good conditions for the trip to be viable.
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Scottish Sea Kayaking, Sixty-Two Great Sea Kayak Voyages
This guidebook features 7 of the best trips on the Outer Hebrides. As the book name suggests, you will also find details of more of the classics from around Scotland.
