sailing holidays in Scotland

Explore the rugged seclusion of Scotland and her isles. The breathtaking views, rare wildlife and excellent sailing make Scotland one of our favourite destinations.

Sail the Scottish Islands

The sensational Scottish islands (all 750 of them) are renowned for their astonishing natural beauty with many of their treasures only accessible by sea. From mountains which descend into the sea to noisy puffin colonies, whirlpools, dramatic cliffs, secluded sea lochs, power soft sandy beaches and crystal-clear waters.

Whether you wish to island-hop, go off-grid, wildlife watch or enjoy exhilarating sailing our diverse selection of sailing holidays in the Scotland provide the chance to explore Hebrides, Orkney, or the Firth of Clyde, helping you to create memories that will last a lifetime.

Wildlife sailing holidays in Scotland

Many of those who choose our sailing holidays in Scotland are keen to visit to the puffin colonies, where you can respectfully watch these comical creatures waddle about among their clifftop burrows. Other birds to look out for include Buzzards, Kestrels, Sparrowhawks and Peregrines along with Manx Shearwater, Guillemots, Cormorants, Shag and Gannets, to name but a few. Lucky guests may also be treated to unforgettable encounters with Common, Bottlenose, Whitebeak and Risso dolphins as well as the resident pod of Orca or other whale species known to frequent the area.

To discover more about the amazing wildlife watching opportunities in Scotland,read our Scotland and the Hebrides Wildlife Guide >

Wildlife in the Orkneys is equally as spectacular, with its landscape just as impressive. Cruise below sheer, towering cliffs – which house over a million seabirds, including puffins – watch out for the thousands of grey and common seals who reside in the waters here whilst keeping eyes out for an array of marine mammals along the way. It’s simply magical.

Sailing Conditions in Scotland

The seas around the coast of Scotland are open and uncrowded. With mild temperatures and ever-present winds in the summer, the region is one of the most popular sailing areas on the planet.

Whilst you can often expect to experience four seasons in one day this means you can experience calm, sheltered conditions to learn the ropes before enjoying the thrill of skipping along the waves with the wind in your hair. Plus, the summer days here are long, leaving you bathed in a warm light for 12 hours with good visibility complemented by other-worldly sunrises and sunsets.

From ancient woodlands to tropical-esque beaches, sailing in Scotland is a truly epic adventure. It is an opportunity to uncover distinctive scenery, spectacular wildlife and complete remoteness with many of our guests returning year after year.

Join us to discover why >