Boating in Scotland
Scotland is the perfect place for a peaceful holiday on the
water, well away from the pressures of modern living. You have a
choice of dozens of picturesque spots to moor for the night, to go
ashore for a drink and meet with friendly locals or eat aboard to
the soothing sounds of lapping water.
Cruising the numerous lochs and stunning coastline you will have
the perfect vantage point to explore one of Europe’s most beautiful
cruising grounds and waterways. As well as sailing, boating and
paddle sports you can enjoy fishing, cycling, walking and other fun
healthy activities on Scotland's canals. The spectacular scenery,
combined with a beautiful cruiser and our first class service will
ensure your holiday is one of the most memorable and enjoyable
experiences you will ever have.
On The Water Guide to Scotland
The OTW Guide to Scotland is coming soon. In the meantime,
here is a weekend guide to cruising in Scotland.
Perfect Weekend by Motor Boat &
Yachting - Cruise the Firth of Clyde
Spend a blissful 48 hours on the Firth of
Clyde with
MBY's handy guide. Click on the link at the bottom of the page
to download and read the cruising itinerary.
Hotspots in Scotland
The argylshire Coast
Scotland's fantastic western coast stretches from Appin in the
north down to the Mull of Kintyre, from where the coast of Northern
Ireland is visible on a clear day.
The Firth of forth
The Firth of Forth is teaming with wildlife and it has some of
Scotland’s most beautiful harbours.
moray firth coastline
This spectacular coastline stretches 750 km from Duncansby Head
in the north to Fraserburgh in the east.
orkney
The large empty white-sand beaches, clear waters and big waves
around Orkney make for excellent sail cruising, windsurfing and
kite surfing.
The shetland isles
Although the most northerly islands in the UK, the Shetlands
enjoy the benefits of the Gulf Stream with warm summers and
sunshine up to 19 hours a day.
The scottish highlands
Wherever you visit in the Highlands, you’re sure to have a
magical experience - Loch Ness, the Calendonian Canal,
Fort William, the Hebrides and the Isle of Skye are just a few of
the highlights.
loch lomond
Loch Lomond is the UK’s largest inland waterway and has over 30
islands, most of which are privately owned.
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