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      The Inner Hebrides and Skye

      From rugged coastlines to misty moors, the Inner Hebrides and Skye serve up a spectacular medley of wild landscapes, rich wildlife and ancient Scottish culture.

      Ancient Gaelic Heritage
      Spectacular Coastal Landscapes
      Abundant Wildlife
      Island Escapes

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      The Magic of the Inner Hebrides

      Scattered like jewels along Scotland’s west coast, the Inner Hebrides are a breathtaking archipelago of contrasts – where dramatic skylines, ancient heritage and island charm collide. At its heart sits Skye, the crown jewel, famed for its jagged volcanic peaks and windswept beauty. Skye is an adventurer’s playground, from walkers tracing the Cuillin ridges to sailors navigating sea lochs and bikers weaving quiet coastlines.

      But Skye is just the beginning.

      Explore the rugged grandeur of Rum, the blindingly white beaches of Tiree, or the whisky-soaked soul of Islay and Jura. Seil tells a story in slate, while Iona whispers ancient prayers from its monastic past. Mull, Staffa, and the Treshnish Isles are a haven for wildlife – with puffins, dolphins and soaring sea eagles stealing the show.

      Venture further to the Small Isles – Eigg, Muck, Rum, and Canna – where life moves slowly, and nature reigns supreme. Gigha, Coll, Colonsay, Lismore, and Raasay each bring their own quirks, whether wildflowers, coral beaches, or distilleries with serious character.

      Whether you come for the history, the whisky, the wildlife or to breathe in the peace, the Inner Hebrides have a way of sticking with you.

      Map of the Inner Hebrides

      In Pictures

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      Old Man of Storr, Isle of Skye

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      a couple standing looking at gylen castle by the sea on a sunny day

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      Iona Abbey

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      Sailing the Inner Hebrides

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      Isle Of Skye Coruisk

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      Dramatic sea cave made up of octagonal columns admired by a hiker.

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      an impressive castle/lodge built out of red standstone

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      The Sgùrr of Eigg standing tall in the distance under a blue sky.

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      Paps Of Jura

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      Beinn Mhor, Port An Eas, The Oa, Islay, Scotland

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      isle of gigha - stretch of land connecting two islands, surrounded by white sand beaches and azure water

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      Photo looking along the coast of Kerrera to the ruins of Gylen Castle on a sunny day.

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      The Fairy Pools

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      Walkers on/near the summit on Hallival

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      Coastal town on a bay.

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      Overlooking the dramatic stone ruins of Iona Abbey, in a green field sloping to the coast.

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      A gaggle of geese taking flight.

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      Tiree Beach

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      Portree, Isle of Skye

      Videos

      60 Seconds on the Isle of Skye

      60 Seconds in Argyll & the Isles

      Insider's Scotland S1:E1 - Skye's Foodie Culture

      Our Trips on the Inner Hebrides and Skye

      Sailing

      Sailing and Walking – Knoydart, Skye, and the Small Isles

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      Photography

      Photography – Skye and the West Highlands

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      Wilderness Walking

      Wilderness Walking – The Isle of Skye

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      Self Guided Cycling

      Self Guided + Cycling – Skye and the Inner Hebrides

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      Sea Kayaking

      Sea Kayaking – The Isle of Mull

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      Photography

      Photography – Islay

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      Wildlife

      Wildlife Adventures – Autumn Wildlife Islay

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      Wilderness Walking

      Wilderness Walking – Argyll & the Isles

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      Wildlife

      Wildlife Adventures – Mull, Staffa & Iona

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      Sailing

      Sailing Journeys – The Inner Hebrides

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      Wilderness Walking

      Winter – Mull & Iona

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      Luxury & Deluxe

      Luxury Walking – The Isle of Skye

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      Photography

      Photography – Muck and the Small Isles

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      Sea Kayaking

      Sea Kayaking – Inner Hebrides & Argyll

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      Self Drive

      Self Drive Collection – Skye

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