Grayhound – Troon / Oban

Vessel: Grayhound – Troon / Oban
Where: Hebrides, Scotland

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Sail the West coast of Scotland discovering remote islands, wonderful wildlife and traditional sailing with lugger Grayhound.

Your sailing adventure on classic boat Grayhound begins in the Scottish harbour town of Troon. Nestled in the West Coast of Scotland, the Firth of Clyde is a great place to begin your sailing holiday adventure in the Hebrides.

This voyage is perfect for those wanting to experience the very best of the Hebrides on the water and get to grips with a traditionally rigged tall ship under the guidance of a professional crew.

Fully crewed
Island hopping & exploration
Wildlife watching
Great for couples or solo travellers
Suitable for beginners
Traditional rig

YOUR SAILING AREA

HEBRIDES, SCOTLAND

Exploring the Hebrides by boat offers some of the most breath-taking and fascinating sailing grounds in the UK. From remote anchorages where mountains run straight into the sea, miles of atmospheric landscapes, secret coves and uninhabited islands for walking trails ashore – sailing in the Hebrides certainly has something for everyone.

Exactly where you’ll discover will be at the whim of the wind and weather as with all our sailing holidays! The skipper and crew are familiar with the sailing area so know all the best spots to explore off the beaten track and spot the wondrous wildlife that the Hebrides has an abundance of.

Hebridean Sailing Highlights

Over 70 islands, both inhabited and uninhabited, make up the inner Hebrides so you won’t go short of any places to explore. Offering miles of coastline to explore and swathes of sea to sail, exploring this area by boat is the easiest and best way to see the Hebrides. The geography of the landscape also makes for great sailing conditions and shelter if the weather takes a turn.

As we set sail westward, our journey takes us to the enchanting Isle of Arran, where we bear precious cargo to a quaint bakery nestled amidst emerald hills. You’ll have the chance to walk Goatfell, a mountain whose gentle ascent rewards you with a panoramic vista of the Western Isles, a view that has captivated explorers for centuries.

Continue past the imposing Mull of Kintyre lighthouse, a sentinel of bygone eras erected in 1788. In misty weather, the haunting call of the foghorn, dating back to 1876, will echo through the air, a tale of maritime lore waiting to be shared with eager ears.

The crossing to Islay and Jura is a grand adventure across the open expanse of the ocean. Under a starlit canopy, you’ll learn to navigate by celestial bodies, standing watch through the night as a vital member of our crew. Depending on the wind, we may find ourselves in Port Ellen in southern Islay, a gateway to an intoxicating realm where three of the world’s most renowned whisky distilleries await your exploration: Laphroaig, Lagavulin, and Ardbeg.

Our voyage then takes us north, passing the historic Sound of Islay, a maritime corridor that once separated the domain of the great 12th-century leader, Somerled, whose lineage once ruled the fabled Kingdom of Man and the Isles. Across the shimmering waters lies the pristine jewel that is Jura, its rugged beauty beckoning us forth. Sail past the very house where literary legend George Orwell penned his masterpiece, ‘1984,’ a moment of literary history etched into the landscape.

With our sails full, we set a course for Oban, a bustling mainland hub for the Western Isles, where our unforgettable sailing adventure comes to an end. This is no ordinary journey; it’s an immersive experience where you will be an integral part of the adventure, forging bonds of camaraderie that are unparalleled. Savor hearty meals that fuel your spirit, and let the awe-inspiring scenery kindle the fire within your soul.