Oban - 1 hour – enjoy a visit to the Scottish sea life sanctuary, horse riding in Lettershuna or the visitors centre at Castle Stalker before exploring “the Gateway to the Isles”. Consider visiting the rare breed’s farm park, Feochan Mhor trout smokehouse, Inveraray jail or just relax on a Loch Etive cruise, exploring Scotland’s most beautiful sea-loch that extends to the mountains of Glencoe. A visit to McTavish kitchen for an enjoyable dinner and Scottish show could just be the finishing touch to a great day out.
Isle of Mull - 2 hours – children will enjoy a visit to Tobermory (Balamory) with its multi-coloured buildings. Other attractions are whale and dolphin watching, a visit to the distillery at Tobermory bay, golf course, museum or climb up Ben More. The southern peninsula of Mull is known as the “Ross of Mull”. It extends from Pennyghael to Fionnphort. Fionnphort is the village where you can catch the ferry to Iona, as well as trips to Staffa and the Treshnish isles. The "Ross" is well known for its granite and spectacular beaches.
Isle of Skye - 2 Hours – visit Scotland’s most romantic castle Eilean Donan before driving across the Skye bridge to visit one of the largest and best known Scottish islands and enjoy the views of the Cuillin and Quiraing. Other activities that can be enjoyed are a visit to Dunvegan castle, a game of golf at Sconser and Skeabost or pony trekking. A visit to the island wouldn’t be complete without it’s watersport activities such as diving, canoeing, widsurfing, yachting and fishing. Take a walk along the Trotternish Ridge for some fascinating birdwatching to try and spot the golden eagle. There are a number of craft shops and cottage museums and last but not least a visit to the Talisker Distillery at Carbost would make a trip to Skye a day to remember.
Inverness - 1.5 hours - enjoy the scenery of the Great Glen whilst engaging in some “Nessie spotting”. Consider visiting the ruins of Urquhart Castle, located on the west shore of Loch Ness at Drumnadrochit and the award winning Loch Ness monster exhibition centre with original footage, photographs and animations which are drawn from the Loch Ness Project archive before continuing to Inverness, the Capital of the Highlands and gateway to the north.
Ardnamurchan - 2 hours – a wild, remote yet strangely beautiful place, one of the least populated areas of Great Britain. There is abundant wildlife, including red deer, otters, seals, eagles and pine martens. The area also contains hundreds or rare wild plants, some of which are only found in Ardnamurchan. The north coastline affords spectacular views out to the islands of Rum, Eigg and Muck and on a clear day, the Outer Hebrides are clearly visible.
Mallaig – 1 hour – Mallaig is a small fishing port overlooking the Sound of Sleat which separates the mainland from the Isle of Skye. In the past, millions of herring were landed here, but today it sees Europe's largest catches of prawns. The train journey between Fort William and Mallaig is one of the most scenic routes in the country. Why not step back in time and enjoy a ride on the Jacobite Steam train, which operates in the summer months. The road to the Isles leads you to Glenfinnan where you can enjoy a cruise on Loch Shiel, drive past the golden beaches at Arisaig and silver sand beaches at Morar. Enjoy a visit to the isles of Rum, Eigg, Muck and Canna from both Mallaig and Arisaig or join the mail boat to visit remote Knoydart. From Mallaig you can take a ferry to Armadale on the Isle of Sky.
Glencoe - half hour - Glencoe offers a dramatic backdrop for climbing, walking etc. The Visitor Centre offers information regarding events, the glen and Glencoe massacre. From North Ballachulish you can enjoy an organised secret safari that will take you into the heart of the forest or maybe you would like to learn how to rock or ice climb – indoor and out - at the Ice Factor in Kinlochleven.
Glen Nevis and Ben Nevis are on our doorstep and certainly within walking distance from Guisachan House.
Throughout the year there are always lots of things going on including music and entertainment, outdoor events, boat trips, guided walking, Highland Games...