Our three night ‘Magic of Mull’ short break cruise is a perfect escape, for those too busy to spare a whole week. It’s a wonderful taster for those new to cruising.
Mull offers amazing sights and sounds from the colourful town of Tobermory, to the bustle of Lunga’s puffin colony.
Night Cruise
Ensuite Cabin
Private Charter
Capital of Mull with its famously colourful waterfront, boasting many interesting shops and local pubs.
Sheltered anchorage on the Morven shore off the Sound of Mull, guarded by Somerled, Lord of the Isles, ruined castle of Ardtornish.
Between these islands off the west of Mull is a beautiful anchorage with great walks, Red Deer and Golden Eagles for spotting.
A trip into Fingal’s cave by tender will never be forgotten. The burgeoning Puffin colony is a true delight.
A short scramble up a rough path on this, the largest of the Treshnish Isles transports you into the wonderfully endearing world of the Puffin. To sit or lie on the grass on this clifftop, feet away from these comical little characters is unbelievably therapeutic.
Join Splendour at 15:00 hrs at the North Pier, Oban for your welcome aboard bubbles. After Skipper Iain’s safety briefing set sail for Tobermory, capital of the Island of Mull. The scenery just outside Oban bay is magnificent with the hills of Mull and Morven off the bow, the Nevis mountain range to starboard and the seascape of the Firth of Lorne with it’s many islands to port. A wonderful start to your short break cruise aboard Splendour. We anchor for dinner and overnight in Tobermory Bay – famous for the colourful houses and the Spanish Armada gold bullion!
After a hearty breakfast we go ashore in our stable tender to visit Tobermory with its unusual choice of select shops, whisky distillery, museum, cheese factory, local pubs and stunning art galleries. Back aboard Splendour for coffee and Chef Mike’s freshly baked melting moments as we weigh anchor for Lunga. Here we will have a very special and close encounter for the renowned puffin colony. After puffin therapy we set sail for the sublime anchorage between Ulva and Gometra.
Walking on Gometra or Ulva is like stepping back in time. The only vehicle you are likly to encounter being an estate quad bike. With a great chance of spotting White Tailed or Golden Eagles on these special islands. Alva was the birthplace of Governor McQuarrie of New South Wales and was the summer holiday destination for a young David Livingston who’s grandparents worked a croft here. Next we’re off to Staffa and an unforgettable tender ride, right into Fingal’s cave before steaming back into the Sound of Mull for overnight Anchorage in Loch Aline.
Homeward bound for Oban Bay, looking out all the way for porpoises, seals, dolphins, eagles, whales and all around the sublime scenery that is the, ‘Magic of Mull’!
| Cruise Dates | Nights | Spaces | Price p/p | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Jun 2020 - 19 Jun 2020 | 3 | 0 | ---- | Cruise Full |
| 11 Aug 2020 - 14 Aug 2020 | 3 | 1 | £1010 | Book Online |
| - Indicates single cabin available. | ||||
This was a superb experience. Our appreciation of the beauty of the Hebrides was enhanced unmeasurably by the skill, knowledge and wonderful company of Iain and chef. Thank you so much.
Don & Janet | Hebrides and St Kilda | June 2018
I think I’ve said it all… Words are inadequate. Splendid Splendour and crew!
Margaret
All three of us had a fantastic family holiday onboard the ‘Splendour’. Eddie is proud to be your youngest passenger of 15 weeks old.
Sarah, Ewan & Edward
We had a lovely pleasant holiday. The food on the boat was just perfect. It was so nice to be in areas that I used to know.
Janice & Hamish | Hebridean Odyssey | June 2018
Where to begin? Such a delightful week! If you’re a guest reading this at the outset, you’re in for a real treat. Mike works nothing short of magic in that little galley, producing delicacy after delicacy – A true feast and Iain’s expert knowledge of this boat, the area , its history, the islands – Spectacular walks, sights and company! Can’t wait to come back next year.
Ginny