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Sound of Harris

Home TripsOuter HebridesSound of Harris

A unique waterway with a mass of islands and confusing tides

29 KM

Grade B

The Sound of Harris provides one of the most interesting and unique paddling venues in Britain. The tidal streams are a law unto themselves and work differently to anywhere else you are likely to paddle. The scenery of perfect beaches, seal laden skerries, beautifully situated islands, an array of sea birds, crystal clear waters and breathtaking views make this a place to spend a lifetime exploring.

Key Information

29 KM

Circumnavigation

Coastal Paddling

Tidal Movement

Open Sea Crossings

Grade B

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Trip Highlights

The mass of skerries and islands to explore

The beautiful sandy beaches found around every corner

The confusingly interesting tidal streams

The views across the islands and skerries to South Harris and beyond

The wealth of wildlife that makes the Sound of Harris its home.

Great shorter sheltered options on south side of the sound starting from Otairnis slipway

Location

Useful Links and/or Updates

Ferry information for the Sound of Harris and out to the Hebrides can be found at: http://www.calmac.co.uk

If on Berneray be sure to stop at the great cafe found at: http://www.bernerayshopandbistro.co.uk

At Leverburgh taking the time to enjoy a lunch/evening meal at http://www.anchoragerestaurant.co.uk is a must.

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Sea Kayak Sound of Harris Ferry Outer Hebrides
Sound of Harris Ferry
Sea Kayak Sound of Harris Outer Hebrides
Leaving Leverburgh, Sound of Harris
Sea Kayak Sound of Harris Leverburgh Outer Hebrides
Leaving Leverburgh, Sound of Harris
Sound of Harris Ensay Chapel Outer Hebrides
Chapel on Ensay, Sound of Harris
Sound of Harris
Sea Kayak Sound of Harris Ensay Beach Outer Hebrides
Taigh Easaigh Beach, Ensay; Sound of Harris
Sea Kayak Sound of Harris Ensay Beach Outer Hebrides
Taigh Easaigh Beach, Ensay; Sound of Harris
Sound of Harris Ensay Beach Outer Hebrides
Taigh Easaigh Beach, Ensay; Sound of Harris
Sound of Harris
Sea Kayak Sound of Harris Ensay Beach Outer Hebrides
Taigh Easaigh Beach, Ensay; Sound of Harris
Sea Kayak Sound of Harris Ensay Beach Outer Hebrides
Taigh Easaigh Beach, Ensay; Sound of Harris
Sound of Harris Ensay House Beach Outer Hebrides
Ensay House, Sound of Harris
Sound of Harris Ensay House Beach Outer Hebrides
Ensay, Sound of Harris
Sound of Harris
Sound of Harris Outer Hebrides
Looking towards Ensay, Sound of Harris
Sea Kayak Sound of Harris Outer Hebrides
Skerries in Sound of Harris
Sound of Harris
Sea Kayak Sound of Harris Outer Hebrides
Sound of Harris from Leverburgh
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This trip is detailed in the following Guidebooks: 

The Outer Hebrides – the Isles and St Kilda

Scottish Sea Kayaking, Sixty-Two Great Sea Kayak Voyages

Book Cover Scottish Sea Kayaking Fifty Great Sea Kayak Voyages Guidebook

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