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Loch Lomond: Scottish Highlands Sightseeing Cruise

4.6  / 51499 reviews
Activity provider:Sweeney's Cruise Co. Loch Lomond
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Loch Lomond: Scottish Highlands Sightseeing Cruise
Activity provider:Sweeney's Cruise Co. Loch Lomond
4.6  / 51499 reviews

Sit back and relax on this hour long trip on what is known as the Queen of Scottish Lochs. Enjoy spectacular views of the magnificent Ben Lomond and the highland boundary fault line as you enter into the Scottish Highlands from the Lowlands.

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Duration 1 hour
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Experience

Highlights

  • Enjoy an in depth cruise commentary by historian and archaeologist Neil Oliver, best known for BBC's "Coast" and "A History of Scotland"
  • Experience spectacular views of the iconic Ben Lomond and the highland boundary fault line separating the highlands and the lowlands
  • Relax with a wee dram or a hot drink from the fully stocked bar
  • Take advantage of free cruise guides, in a variety of languages, available on-board

Full description

Depart from Balloch village and set sail beyond the stately homes of historic Scottish industrialists within view of Ben Lomond, Scotland's most southerly Munro. Continue towards Inchmurrin Island, the largest inland island in Great Britain and home to the ruins of the 12th century Lennox Castle. Learn the history and legend of Loch Lomond and the surrounding areas while enjoying some of Scotland's most spectacular scenery. Enjoy a cruise commentary by famed historian and archaeologist Neil Oliver, best known from BBC's "Coast" and "A History of Scotland." 

Includes

  • Loch Lomond cruise
  • Live commentary on board
  • Historian/archaeologist guide
  • Food and drinks (available for purchase at the bar on board)

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Date

Meeting point

Meet at the local operator's pier at Balloch Village. Please arrive 15 minutes before your departure time.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Cash
  • Weather-appropriate clothing

Know before you go

  • Infants (aged 0-4) are free of charge. However, please ensure that you select a ticket for them when making your booking
  • The local partner strives to offer every assistance to disabled passengers. Please call ahead for advice and to make arrangements. Due to health and safety reasons, electric wheelchairs, regrettably, cannot be accommodated
  • Well-behaved dogs are allowed at no additional cost

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.6 /5

based on 1499 reviews

Review summary

  • Transportation
    4.7/5
  • Value for money
    4.6/5
  • Service
    4.7/5
  • Organization
    4.8/5

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Hina – United KingdomAugust 30, 2024  – Verified booking
It was nice seeing the Loch Lomond on the cruise ride. The staff was respectful and friendly. Enjoyed our time on the cruise.
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CHERYL – United KingdomSeptember 18, 2024  – Verified booking
We loved this trip, it was very relaxed aboard the boat, the staff were all super friendly & very professional. The information about the area is just enough & not bombarding you with facts all the time. We’ll worth the trip, & surprisingly lucky with the weather
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Chloe September 2, 2024  – Verified booking
Great day out yesterday. We had a lovely time. Staff were so friendly and kind.
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