Cruises
All cruises depart from the Corran Esplanade Slipway which is opposite the Regent Hotel & The War & Peace Museum, Oban. Please refer to multi-map on Contact Page for exact location. Mara Mhor Cruises present opportunities to see and photograph amazing wildlife, including a wide variety of marine mammals & birdlife. Informative commentary on all cruises.
Island of Kerrera Safari – 2 hour cruise
Adult/£25 Child/£15
Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 1.30 – 3.30pm
Booking essential
This delightful scenic and popular cruise offers fantastic photographic opportunities. Whilst cruising along the west coast of the Island of Kerrera, we have magnificent views of Mull and the Atlantic Ocean.
Island of Kerrera - Click to enlarge
- Highland cattle can be viewed on the north west shores, often enjoying a cooling paddle on a warm day. Mara Mhor will call at the seal colony at Sgeir Dhon where there will be great opportunities for photographing the seals.
- Later there are views towards the southern Firth of Lorn and the islands of Jura, the Garvellachs, Insh, and Seil provide us with breathtaking and ever changing seascapes.
- At the south end of the island there are spectacular views of Gylen Castle built in 1582 in a stunning and strategic position by Duncan MacDougall of Dunollie. The remote area of the south promontory of the island supports wild goats on its rocky terrain.
- Our return to Oban is along the sheltered Sound of Kerrera, eastern shore of the island, passing Horse Shoe Bay which has in the past supported thriving lobster fishing and quarrying industries and was the point of assembly for the Viking Fleet in 1263 prior to the Battle of Largs.
Sound of Mull Eagle Watch – Half Day Cruise £40/adult £25/child
Tuesday and Thursday at 1.30pm
Booking essential
Half day cruise in the magnificent Sound of Mull, hotspot for viewing sea eagles.
Enjoy the rugged scenery of this beautiful area and the amazing and varied wildlife opportunities it presents.
Cruise to the Seal Colony – 1 hour trip (daily) £10/adult £5/child
- The cruise leaves Oban Bay by the north channel passing Dunollie Castle, Hutchinson's Memorial & Maiden Island.
- Visits the local salmon farm where the skipper will explain the importance of the salmon industry to the Scottish economy.
- Visits the Seal Colony at Sgeir Dhon where passengers will be given time to take photographs of seals.
- Spectacular views of the Sound of Mull and the mountains of Mull and Morvern can be enjoyed not to mention views of Oban Bay from the sea as we return.
Private charter
Exclusive hire of the boat for private charter for groups of up to 12 passengers:
£500 per day (8 hours) £360 per ½day (4 hours) £90 per hour
Gift vouchers are available.
Price includes fuel. Complimentary tea/coffee and shortbread.
Please let us know if you would like something “a wee bit different” for your family/group event and we will do our best to help you.
Landing cruises are available to certain locations in favourable weather - just ask.
Important Reminders
- Remember it is colder at sea than on land. For your comfort please bring warm, waterproof clothing as Scottish weather is prone to change.
- Bring sunscreen and sunglasses to protect from sunburn and the glare from reflected rays of the sun. Sea breezes can mask the true strength of the sun.
- Bring a camera if you wish to take advantage of the great photo opportunities.
- Bring binoculars if you have your own, although we do have some which you may borrow.