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Knoydart Ferry - About Us
We can offer wildlife cruises, day trips to the Small Isles and Inverie on the Knoydart Peninsula. Departing from Mallaig, The MV Western Isles gives you the chance to see the stunning and remote scenery of Scotland's amazing west coast also known as “Europe’s Last Wilderness”.
The Western Isles is also a regular link with Inverie, so on some trips you will find a mixture of Scottish daily life which you wouldn’t see on a boat primarily used just by tourists. Sharing the journey with shopping and supplies for 60+ people provides you with an added glimpse of life for this remote community.
We also have a history too, as MV Western Isles has been running a passenger service from Mallaig since the 1950’s. She was originally intended for use by the Admiralty as a supply vessel for larger naval ships. Surplus to requirements she was purchased by Bruce Watt Snr, towed to Edinburgh as just a bare hull and there fitted out for her new status as a passenger vessel.
You are likely to see a variety of wildlife such as Sea Birds, Basking Sharks, Seals, Porpoises and Eagles. Sometimes you can also spot Minke Whales on our trips across to the Small Isles of Eigg, Rum & Canna.
The Western Isles is skippered by Tony Macrae with over 20 years’ experience sailing these waters. Together with our three man crew Tommy, Ryan & Nathan and our relief skipper Bruce Watt, we have a fantastic team, always on hand to help and ready with a quip and plenty of banter.
We are always happy to hear from you, whether enquiring about sailing times, scheduled trips, or private charters. Please do visit our Facebook page and leave a photo and a mention of your time with us.
Sailing Schedule
April - October Monday - Friday Knoydart Ferry
Depart Mallaig 10.15am Arrive Inverie 11.00am
Depart Inverie 11.00am Arrive Mallaig 11.50am
Depart Mallaig 2.15pm Arrive Inverie 3.00pm
Depart Inverie 3.00pm Arrive Tarbet 3.30pm
Depart Tarbet 3.30pm Arrive Inverie 4.15pm
Depart Inverie 4.15pm Arrive Mallaig 5.00pm
May - October Monday - Friday 1 Hour Cruises (Lunchtime)
Depart Mallaig 12.45pm Arrive Mallaig 13.45pm
Plenty of time to catch the Steam Train
June - August Monday - Friday 1 Hour Cruises (Evening)
Depart Mallaig 17.15pm Arrive Mallaig 18.15pm
June - August Saturday & Sunday Wildlife Cruises
Depart Mallaig 12.45pm Arrive Mallaig 13.45pm
Depart Mallaig 14.00pm Arrive Mallaig 16.00pm
Bring your own food or a local takeaway to enjoy with a drink from our bar.
See full yearly Sailing Schedule on our website and keep up with what's going on via our Facebook page.
Pricing
Mallaig to Inverie Anytime Day Return £15
Day Sail Inc Tarbet Return £20
Mallaig/Inverie One Way £10
1 Hour Wildlife Cruise £10
Children 5-15 yrs. Half Price
Children under 5 Free and Dogs
Push Bike £2
Kayak £5
Contact Us
MV Western Isles Cruises LTD Mallaig Harbour
Tel: 01687 462 233 or 07939 386 330
Email: [email protected]
Web sites:
www.knoydartferry.co.uk
www.westernislescruises.co.uk
Find us on Facebook, Instagram & Tripadvisor
Bookings can be made at our ticket office located on Mallaig Harbour, over the phone or online via our website.
For Private Hire bookings please call Virginia on 01687 462 233. Max capacity 81 passengers.
Toilets and a Fully Licensed Bar.
Food Available for Private Hires.
Details:
Western Isles
The Pier Office Mallaig
PH41 4QD
Tel: 01687 462233 / 07939386330
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