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Sea Kayaking Holidays

Our sea kayaking tours and courses offer a wonderful way to explore the coastlines of Scotland. And before you ask – no, you don’t need to be able to do an eskimo roll if you join us for a kayak holiday! In fact, many of our tours are suitable for people with limited experience of sea kayaking and we have an introductory course for beginners too.

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Join a Wilderness sea kayaking holiday and see Scotland’s rugged coastline from a brand new unique and beautiful vantage point.

We offer both accommodation based and expedition style kayaking trips and provide all the specialist kayaking equipment. You’ll enjoy paddling under the expert leadership of our guides, who read the water and ensure you’re getting the most from your sea kayaking holiday. Scotland has 10% of Europe’s coastline, so there is a lot to explore.

Explore the remote beauty of Knoydart by kayak, paddle amongst some of the most awe-inspiring landscapes of Assynt, venture around stunning beaches, discover the historic character of Applecross or the journey to the otherworldly Outer Hebrides.

Trips For All Experience Levels

If you have only sea kayaked a few times (or never before) then the place to start is with either our Introduction Course or Scottish Highlands trips – beginner friendly paddling in beautiful locations.

For paddlers with at least 5 days previous experience, we offer a range of either accommodation based or expedition style trips exploring the most beautiful waters of Scotland’s west coast, from day paddles on wild sea lochs to expeditions to remote uninhabited islands. For accommodation based trips, look for our “Scottish Sea Kayak Trail” trips. If you are looking for your first taste of expedition in a sea kayak the West Coast Explorer is the perfect place to start.

We welcome you to explore the sea kayaking tours we have on offer and hope that you’ll read some of the many reviews our previous travellers have kindly left.

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Sea Kayaking – Introduction to Sea Kayaking

280 reviews

Combine learning essential sea kayaking skills with the opportunity to experience some of the best sea kayaking in Scotland.
Develop your paddling techniques on beautiful Upper Loch Torridon before exploring the Applecross Peninsula.
At the end of a day on the water, relax with a hot shower, fantastic food, and a comfortable bed.

Next Departure: 11th July

Region: North West Highlands

Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights

Grading: Green Grade 1 (Easy - Moderate) ? What does this mean?
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Carbon Footprint: 78kg ? What does this mean?
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Sea Kayaking – The Outer Hebrides

75 reviews

Experience the beautiful landscapes and breathtaking coastal scenery of the Outer Hebrides.
Paddle with an expert guide, discovering quiet, beautiful beaches and hidden, rocky inlets.
Enjoy learning about the unique culture, history and folklore of these remote islands.

Next Departure: 22nd August

Region: Outer Hebrides and St Kilda

Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights

Grading: Blue Grade 5 (Moderate to Challenging) ? What does this mean?
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Carbon Footprint: 167kg ? What does this mean?
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Sea Kayaking – The Scottish Highlands

100 reviews

Combine adventure with comfort as you enjoy day trips exploring the coast and returning to cosy Highland Inns.
With a 1:4 guide to client ratio, learn essential sea kayaking skills as you explore the outstanding coastal scenery of the north west Highlands, kayaking in the sheltered waters of its sea lochs.
Look out for the amazing wildlife, including marine animals like seals, dolphins, porpoise and otters as well as a huge amount of bird life including fishing heron and majestic eagles soaring through the endless sky.

Next Departure: 30th May

Region: North West Highlands

Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights

Grading: Green Grade 2 (Easy - Moderate) ? What does this mean?
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Carbon Footprint: 113kg ? What does this mean?
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Sea Kayaking – The Isle of Mull

68 reviews

Paddle the delights of Mull's incredible coastline.
Enjoy a spectacular boat trip out to Staffa and the Treshnish Isles.
Spot and identify a diversity of animals in this wildlife-rich environment.
Relax in cosy island accommodation.

Next Departure: 5th July

Region: Inner Hebrides including Skye

Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights

Grading: Green Grade 3 (Easy - Moderate) ? What does this mean?
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Carbon Footprint: 148kg ? What does this mean?
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Sea Kayaking – The Atlantic Coast

107 reviews

Sea kayak through some of the best scenery of Scotland's Atlantic coast on the central section of the Scottish Sea Kayak Trail.
No camping, just comfortable beds, hot showers, and delicious food at excellent local restaurants and pubs.
Enjoy some of the best sea kayak day tours in the country as you explore the West Highlands and the history behind Bonnie Prince Charlie.

Next Departure: 16th May

Region: West Highlands including Knoydart

Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights

Grading: Blue Grade 5 (Moderate to Challenging) ? What does this mean?
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Carbon Footprint: 108kg ? What does this mean?
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Our holidays reviewed in your own words...

Every client receives a feedback survey when they return from their guided, self guided or tailor made holiday with us. Once completed the review is published on our website just as soon as our database updates. The little touches and details are important to us and where issues are raised we make positive changes to our trips to improve your experience.

That’s why we read each of our client’s reviews and although we don’t respond to all of them, if it’s glowing feedback then we get the satisfaction of helping to make your holidays truly memorable.

Linda Treliving

Sea Kayaking - The Outer Hebrides

Age: 60 - 70
Country: Scotland
Trip Date: 02/05/2025
Trips Taken: 1

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Peter Wood

Sea Kayaking - The Outer Hebrides

Age: 40 - 50
Country: United States
Trip Date: 02/05/2025
Trips Taken: 1

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Pre-Trip Service

I really enjoyed the communication; it did provide relief as this was our first cross-pond adventure. The one thing i would really like to see added to WS portfolio, is a carbon fiber paddle option. For us more experienced paddlers the plastic bladed "rental" paddles are really heavy. Given that you use Celtic paddles, this shouldn't be hard to implement. Since all you'd need to do is swap out blades.

Trip Comments

Weather can be a fickle thing especially in the Outer Hebrides. Our guides Paul and Crayston made sure to keep us in the know. As a safety first paddler, a thorough gear explanation for fit and usage on the first day for all the paddlers. I especially appreciated the pre-paddle briefings leveraging maps, describing the landmarks and open communication.

Accommodation & Food

Our first leg had challenges due to the water issues and WS handled it well. The second hostel "No.5 : had a couple issues. Toilet filling issues, showers not having enough hot water for all the paddlers post-paddling, I suspect this is an issue unique to a large group at one time OR a maintenance issue. The coal fire was nice but there were some functional issues with it due to damage prior to our arrival. Since it's the main source of heat for the house those should be addressed.

Your Guide

Paul McCaffrey and Crayston were phenomenal. the knowledge and appreciation for wildlife were front and center. The willingness to let us explore was even better.

The Bottom Line

I loved the trip. We are discussing with our club members leveraging WS as a bespoke option for our paddlers to have a group come out. While next time i'll be prepared with my own paddle, I really really encourage WS to offer Carbon Fiber blades/paddles as an "upgrade", or offer a refundable deposit on a more advanced paddle to mitigate risk to WS due to misuse.

Steve Wyllie

Sea Kayaking - Introduction to Sea Kayaking

Age: 60 - 70
Country: United Kingdom
Trip Date: 14/09/2024
Trips Taken: 1

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Trip Name		Availability	Trip Details
Sea Kayaking – The Atlantic Coast	16th May - 21st May 2025	1 Places Remaining	View Trip Details
Sea Kayaking – The Scottish Highlands	30th May - 4th Jun 2025	Sold Out	View Trip Details
Sea Kayaking – The Scottish Highlands	4th Jul - 9th Jul 2025	3 Places Remaining	View Trip Details
Sea Kayaking – The Isle of Mull	5th Jul - 10th Jul 2025	2 Places Remaining	View Trip Details
Sea Kayaking – Introduction to Sea Kayaking	11th Jul - 15th Jul 2025	3 Places Remaining	View Trip Details
Sea Kayaking – The Atlantic Coast	18th Jul - 23rd Jul 2025	3 Places Remaining	View Trip Details
Sea Kayaking – Introduction to Sea Kayaking	15th Aug - 19th Aug 2025	6 Places Remaining	View Trip Details
Sea Kayaking – The Outer Hebrides	22nd Aug - 28th Aug 2025	2 Places Remaining	View Trip Details
Sea Kayaking – Introduction to Sea Kayaking	29th Aug - 2nd Sep 2025	7 Places Remaining	View Trip Details
Sea Kayaking – Introduction to Sea Kayaking	1st May - 5th May 2026	7 Places Remaining	View Trip Details
Sea Kayaking – Introduction to Sea Kayaking	5th Jun - 9th Jun 2026	7 Places Remaining	View Trip Details
Sea Kayaking – Introduction to Sea Kayaking	10th Jul - 14th Jul 2026	7 Places Remaining	View Trip Details
Sea Kayaking – Introduction to Sea Kayaking	14th Aug - 18th Aug 2026	7 Places Remaining	View Trip Details

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Sea Kayaking Holidays

Inspiring, Innovative Tours

1:4 Guide Ratio

Excellent Equipment

Handpicked Accommodation

A New Perspective

Trips For All Experience Levels

Our Sea Kayaking Holidays

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Sea Kayaking – Introduction to Sea Kayaking

Sea Kayaking – The Outer Hebrides

Sea Kayaking – The Scottish Highlands

Sea Kayaking – The Isle of Mull

Sea Kayaking – The Atlantic Coast

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