17 KM
Grade A
Eilean Donan Castle is perhaps the most iconic and well known of all the Scottish castles, to approach it by sea kayak and paddle around its impressive structure offers a great vantage point. Add to this the impressive mountain scenery of Kintail that Loch Duich leads you towards and you have a worthy trip.
17 KM
Sheltered
Coastal Paddling
Vehicle Shuttle
Bus Shuttle possible
Grade A
Show Description
The iconic Eileen Donan Castle
The views of the impressive Kintail mountains
The options to make the trip as long or short as preferred
Paddling into the ‘heart of the mountains’
Wildlife encountered on route
Useful Links and/or Updates
For the bus times between Shiel Bridge and Reraig check out: http://www.travelinescotland.com
Gallery
Entering Loch Duich, Cuillins of Skye behind
Loch Duich & Kintail Mountains
Totaig, Loch Duich & Kintail Mountains
Loch Duich
Entering Loch Duich, Skye behind
Eilean Donan Castle
Eilean Donan Castle
Loch Duich & Kintail Mountains
Loch Duich & Kintail Mountains
Eilean Donan Castle
Loch Duich & Skye Cuillins
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