36 KM
Grade C
The Monachs, a National Nature Reserve, are a group of very low lying islands where there is more sand than rock; beautiful shallow bays of sparkling clear water, a rich fertile machair with countless wild flowers and a fantastic view back over to North Uist.The most notable inhabitants are the ever-increasing numbers of grey seals that use the Monachs as a breeding ground at the end of each year.
36 KM
Circumnavigation
Open Sea Crossings
Tidal Movement
No Landing Zones
Grade C
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Seeing (but not disturbing!) the huge numbers of grey seals hauled out on the beaches
The expansive beautiful beaches
The towering brick lighthouse
Seeing and learning about the history of the Monach Islands
The view to St Kilda on a very clear day
Useful Links and/or Updates
For ferry information out to the Uists check out: http://www.calmac.co.uk
There is a friendly and perfectly situated camp and motorhome site at the put in: http://www.balranaidhebrideanholidays.com
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Monach Islands from North Uist
Grey Seals on Ceann Ear, Monach Islands
Grey Seals on Ceann Ear, Monach Islands
Grey Seals on Ceann Ear, Monach Islands
Port Ruadh, Ceann Ear; Monach Islands
Camping at Port Ruadh, Ceann Ear; Monach Islands
Monach Islands Lighthouse
Port Ruadh, Ceann Ear; Monach Islands
Grey Seals on Ceann Ear, Monach Islands
Seana Phort Beach, Ceann Ear; Monach Islands
Seana Phort Beach, Ceann Ear; Monach Islands
Camas Ban, Stocaidh; Monach Islands
Monach Islands from North Uist
Monach Islands Lighthouse
Monach Islands Lighthouse
Monach Islands Lighthouse
Monach Islands Lighthouse
Seana Phort Beach, Ceann Ear; Monach Islands
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