Water activities in Argyll & the Isles
The stunning coastline of Argyll & the Isles is home to some of the most biologically diverse marine environments in the UK and the many wrecks beneath the waves are a powerful reminder of our maritime heritage.
For watersports enthusiasts, there is so much to choose from. Take your pick from boat trips to the world’s third-largest whirlpool, or try stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, snorkelling, SCUBA diving, fishing, surfing and wild swimming.
Watersports are our specialism and there are stacks of places to hire equipment, take lessons or book a guided tour. You can’t beat local knowledge to enhance your experience.
Follow our specially designed trails for wild swimming, snorkelling and kayaking, or try swimming with basking sharks, kayaking in the beauty of Fingal’s Cave or night-time SCUBA diving by floodlight.
And the water isn’t just for sports buffs.
Families can enjoy sheltered sandy beaches with clear, shallow waters warmed by the Gulf Stream. Children will love hopping on a ferry to explore the islands, swimming in the calm seas, spotting the playful seals lazing in the sun and snorkelling to discover underwater treasures. Paddling, rock pooling and sandcastles delight at any age!
Just 90 minutes from Glasgow, Argyll and the Isles are perfect for a memorable family day trip, short break or extended holiday.
Bute Boat Tours Ltd
Join us to experience the most beautiful scenery in Scotland; The Kyles of Bute, Loch Fyne to Tarbert, visit Arran Distillery, and snorkel off the boat. Min...
Rothesay Harbour
Isle of Bute
PA20
Tel: 07486 873114
Wild Hebridean Swimming
3- and 5-night dipping retreats and guided swim holidays with a fully qualified and experienced open water coach. We take you to unique and hidden swimming s...
Cnoc na Sgillinn
Tobermory
Isle of Mull
Argyll & Bute
PA75 6QA
Tel: 07770 483063
Jura Boat Tours
We offer bespoke Rib Tours to various areas of outstanding beauty in our modern fully coded passenger Rib. There is an abundance of Wildlife found around our...
3 Woodside
Craighouse
Isle of Jura
Argyll
PA607YA
Tel: 07976 280195
Boat Trips Helensburgh
Come and experience Scotland from a different perspective. We operate in the beautiful Clyde Estuary and its sea lochs, running regular scheduled public trip...
Rhu Marina
Rhu
Helensburgh
G84 8LH
Tel: 01436640353
Loch Goil Kayak and SUP Hire
Experience the tranquillity of the beautiful tidal sea loch that is Loch Goil as you glide on its sometimes crystal still surface. It will be just you and na...
Carrick Farm
Carrick Castle
Lochgoilhead
PA24 8AF
Tel: 07901751810
Basking Shark Scotland
Operating across Argyll & the Isles, our wildlife watching adventures run from April - October. Basking Shark Scotland is the only dedicated snorkel oper...
Dunstaffnage Marina
Dunbeg
Oban
PA37 1PX
Tel: 07975 723140
Kilchattan Bay Kayaking
Kilchattan Bay Kayaking is a friendly kayaking experience, located in a safe and attractive Bay at the southern end of the scenic Isle of Bute on the west co...
The Old Pier
Kilchattan Bay
Isle of Bute
Argyll
PA20 9NW
Tel: 07794 910912
Sealife Adventures
All our trips visit the Corryvreckan where turbulent tides create one of the world's largest whirlpools and our cruising area is exceptionally rich in wildli...
Clachan
Seil
By Oban
PA34 4TR
Tel: 01631 571010 (daytime) 01852 300203 (evening and weekends)
Waverley Excursions
Welcome aboard the famous Paddle Steamer Waverley to enjoy an unforgettable day at sea! Built in 1947, our magnificent steamship cruises the waters of the We...
Head Office, 36 Lancefield Quay
Glasgow
G3 8HA
Tel: 0141 243 2224
Wreckspeditions
Fancy a new and exciting way of exploring the historic Clyde and her beautiful coastlines? Maybe you would like to see some amazing wildlife and jump some wa...
Unit 2b
Holy Loch Marina
Dunoon
PA23 8FE
Tel: 07593 088816
Seafari Adventures (Oban) Ltd
Seafari Adventures are a 5* Visit Scotland marine wildlife tour operator. Based in the conservation area of Easdale, 16 miles south of Oban. Our Wildlife Tou...
Seafari Adventures
The Village Shop
Easdale
Oban
PA34 4RQ
Tel: 01852 300003
Islay Sea Adventures
Islay's only boat tour company. We offer a range of tours including wildlife, fishing, seafood and Corryveckan.
Looking for something bespoke and personal?...
Trip departure Address:
Port Ellen Pontoons
Port Ellen
Isle of Islay
PA42 7DW
Office Address:
Surnaig Farm
Lagavulin
Isle of Islay
PA42 7DX
Tel: 01496 300129
Stravaigin Sailing
We are a small family run business located on Scotland’s west coast in the heart of the best cruising and adventure arena our country has to offer. Join us o...
North Pier Pontoons
Oban
PA34 5PX
Tel: 07833 103020
Beagle Cruises
We take individual and groups of up to six on sailing / activity holidays from Tighnabruaich around the greater Clyde area stopping at fascinating local attr...
Head Office - Dunmar
Tighnabruaich
Argyll
PA21 2EA
Dan the Merman
Dan the Merman is a wild swim coach and guide, based in the awe-inspiring coastline of the heart of Argyll. He offers high quality professional open water co...
4 Heatherbank
Cairnbaan
Argyll
PA31 8UP
Tel: 07850 404445
Bekah's Oban Wild Swimming
Discover Argyll's hidden gems! Private and group sessions for all your outdoor swim needs around Oban and further afield. Whether you're braving the cold wat...
Oban
PA34
Tel: 07579 825732
Tighnabruaich Sailing School
Tighnabruaich Sailing School has been providing an unsurpassed sailing experience on the Kyles of Bute for over 50 years and is renowned on the west coast fo...
Carry Farm
Tighnabruaich
PA21 2AH
Tel: 07876 227021
Provident Sailing
A holiday on Provident will introduce you to the fabulous west coast of Scotland, exploring the islands, coasts, harbours and hills of Argyll and the southwe...
Head Office, Dunstaffnage Marina
Dunbeg
Oban
PA37 1PX
Tel: 07549 935222
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