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.
Wild Isles Sea Kayaking
We offer a range of kayaking experiences, coaching, and guiding services. This includes skill development from beginner to advanced, day trips and multi-day...
2a Gallanachbeg
Oban
PA34 4QH
Tel: 07511648403
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)
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
Puffer Steamboat Holidays Ltd
Join us aboard VIC 32, the last steam-powered Clyde Puffer - at a steady six knots little can equal the peace of silent steam! Our cruising season is split i...
Boat Address:
VIC 32
Crinan Basin
Crinan
Lochgilphead
Argyll
PA31 8SW
Tel: 07780936407
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
McKinlay Kidd Ltd
Award-winning specialist tour operator making holidays differently throughout Argyll and the Isles. At McKinlay Kidd, we like to get up close and personal wi...
Head Office, McKinlay Kidd
6/1 (front) The Hatrack
144 St Vincent St
Glasgow
G2 5LQ
Tel: 0141 260 9260
Oban Sailing
Sail with an experienced skipper aboard `Big Blue of Lorn`all experience levels, Skippered Charter and Sailing Holidays. Big Blue is a Beneteau Oceanis 523,...
Craobh Marina
Argyll
PA31 8UA
Tel: 07506 100 998
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
Wavysail Sailing Adventures
SMALL GROUPS With a maximum group size of six people, each trip is uniquely personalized and flexible. We contact every guest before joining to discover what...
9 Elm Road
New Malden
United Kingdom
KT3 3HB
Tel: +44 (0) 7570 702 256
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
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...
Oban
PA34 5PZ
Tel: 07975 723140
Explore Lismore
Explore Lismore is a small tour operator on the Scottish Isle of Lismore run by husband and wife team Robert & Iris. We offer bespoke, private-hire tours...
1 Port Ramsay
Isle of Lismore by Oban
Argyll
PA34 5UN
Tel: +44 (0) 1631 760 291
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