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2-Hour Loch Ness Scenic Cruise

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Loch Ness from the cruise ship
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Tourists on the Loch Ness High Speed Cruise

Sail through the legendary Loch Ness, explore historic Urquhart Castle, and hunt for the elusive Nessie on a thrilling 2-hour cruise.

Highlights

  • Experience Scotland's raw beauty on a relaxing Loch Ness cruise, and opt to explore the picturesque ruins of the Urquhart Castle after your cruise.

  • Begin your Loch Ness quest from Dochgarroch Lock or Fort Augustus and let the optional audio guide whisk you away with tales of a dramatic WWII plane crash.

  • Explore the grandeur of Aldourie Castle, the only inhabitable castle on Loch Ness, and the lush greenery of the Green Glen.

  • After your cruise, choose to visit Urquhart Castle, the star of the hit TV show Outlander, and explore the ruins for 1 hour.

  • Fun fact: Loch Ness is a hotbed for cryptozoologists who study creatures like Bigfoot and the Loch Ness Monster.

Inclusions

  • 1/2-hour Loch Ness cruise (as per option selected)

  • 1-hour tour of Urquhart Castle (as per option selected)

  • Boarding from Dochgarroch Lock or Clansman Harbour (as per option selected)

  • Audio commentary (as per option selected)

  • Sonar equipment

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Awaken the explorer in you

Start your adventure at Dochgarroch Lock or Clansman Harbour and glide through the stunning Great Glen. Keep your eyes peeled for Aldourie Castle, a fairytale-like mansion, and the iconic Bona Lighthouse as you cruise towards the mysterious Loch Ness. Dive into the loch's secrets with the optional onboard audio guide, packed with fun facts and Nessie legends. Don't forget to keep an eye out for the elusive monster using a state-of-the-art sonar!

Step back in time

Want more? After the cruise, you can choose to explore Urquhart Castle. Anchor at the majestic Urquhart Castle and step into a world of legends. Explore this iconic ruin, and imagine the battles fought and secrets whispered within its walls. Your Loch Ness adventure is far from over! Cruise back to Dochgarroch, your heart full of memories and your camera roll bursting with amazing photos.

Accessibility

  • Choose safety and comfort: This experience is not the best fit for people prone to seasickness.

  • While your pets and guide dogs are welcome on the boat, dogs aren't allowed on the tour of Urquhart Castle.

Additional information

  • Parking facilities are available at Dochgarroch Lock free of charge, as well as the use of bike racks.

  • Facilities: Free WiFi

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the boarding point.

  • Please arrive at the boarding point 30 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Boarding point

  • Please check your final voucher for the boarding point details and specific instructions.
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