The stunning stunning coastline of Argyll and 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.
Many visitors to Dunoon and Cowal arrive by ferry. But if you want to experience more of the water, there are opportunities to sail, paddle, take a boat trip or enjoy an excursion on The Waverley.
With a vast coastline there are plenty of opportunities to sail or surf Atlantic swells, paddle down a loch or sea kayak around Argyll and the Isles. Here are five perfect watersports holiday in Scotland.
Here are some of the best boat trips to spot whales and dolphins in Argyll and the Isles, or follow the Hebridean Whale Trail to spot these incredible creatures from land.
