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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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      6 Sea Kayaking Trips

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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

              78 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

              104 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: 22nd 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

              74 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.
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              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

              112 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.
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              Next Departure: 18th July

              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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              Sea Kayaking – Inner Hebrides & Argyll

              • Paddle pristine coastlines, secret sea lochs, and uninhabited islands teeming with wildlife.
              • Glide through Scotland’s wild west coast by day, then relax in loch-side cmfort by night.
              • Spot whales, otters and eagles as you explore hidden corners of the Inner Hebrides and Argyll.
              • Cross the Atlantic (yes, really) and explore ghostly folklore from your sea kayak.
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              Next Departure: 10th June

              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: 96kg ? What does this mean?
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              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.

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              Trude Thorsrud

              Sea Kayaking - The Atlantic Coast

              Age: 50 - 60
              Country: Norge
              Trip Date: 06/06/2025
              Trips Taken: 1

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              Eva Pinkavova

              Sea Kayaking - The Isle of Mull

              Age: 60 - 70
              Country: United Kingdom
              Trip Date: 13/06/2025
              Trips Taken: 3

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              The Bottom Line

              Sea kayaking with guides Mike and Andy is absolutely the best - I will be back!

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              Colin Whiston

              Sea Kayaking - The Isle of Mull

              Age: 50 - 60
              Country: United Kingdom
              Trip Date: 13/06/2025
              Trips Taken: 4

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              The Bottom Line

              Speechless, five trips with Wilderness Scotland, can't fault them. Can I do swell to order?

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