Explore the natural wonders of Kintyre & Gigha
Here are seven unforgettable natural wonders on Kintyre and Gigha, including those that can only be seen after dark!
Immerse yourself in Kintyre and Gigha
Kintyre is a long finger of land that stretches south towards Ireland. This beautiful peninsula is packed with great things to see and do, from whisky distilleries to world-class golf courses. Walk the Kintyre Way, visit ruined castles, catch some waves on the surfing beach of Westport and feast on seafood.
Kintyre is also a great base from which to explore some of Argyll’s islands. Why not take a trip to Islay, Jura & Colonsay to explore the local distilleries.
Sitting three miles west of Kintyre, Gigha is an enchanting small island. It’s the most southerly of the Hebridean islands, famed for its white sandy bays, it also offers great walking and cycling spots.
To truly discover all that Kintyre & Gigha has to offer, check out the new Kintyre 66 route. The perfect way to explore on bike, on foot or by car, at your own leisurely pace.
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Six Kintyre castles and abbeys you can’t miss!
Visit Kintyre's castles and abbeys, from Tarbert Castle in the north to Dunaverty Castle is in the south. Travel through epic landscapes as you follow this historical trail which criss-crosses Kintyre.
Kintyre 66 Tour with Robin McKelvie
If you’ve ever dreamt of driving America’s Route 66 did you know that Scotland now has its very own 66-themed road trip?
Getting Here
The main way to travel to and from Kintyre is by car or by bus via the A82 and then the A83 with a short ferry trip to Gigha from Tayinloan on the Kintyre peninsula.
Or if you are travelling from Southern Scotland, why not sail from Ayrshire to Campbeltown using the CalMac ferry link? This connects with the Glasgow train service.
Or cross by ferry via Arran or Cowal to Kintyre – allowing you to explore much more of the west coast.