The 15 Best Boat Trips in Scotland

Loch Ness & Highlands Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh with Cruise - Glencoe brings the drama

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6,022 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $84Our pick

Review of the Loch Ness and Highlands small-group tour from Edinburgh, with Glencoe views, a Loch Ness cruise, guide tips, and practical advice.

“Wow what a great tour all the way around. Martin was the best. Knowledgeable of history and very professional and entertaining. Loved every minute. Would highly recommend Rabbies and hope you are lucky and get our tour guide. Martin is terrific.”

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Loch Ness: Urquhart Castle Round-Trip Cruise

2.Urquhart Castle Round-Trip Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 3,070 reviews · 50 min · from $30

Cruise Loch Ness from Clansman Harbour to Urquhart Castle, with sonar, Highland views, onboard commentary, Wi-Fi, and snacks for purchase.

“Nice trip, amazing views of the castle and huge lake!”

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From Inverness: Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle

3.Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,241 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $76

Cruise Loch Ness, explore Urquhart Castle, and hear Highland stories on a practical half-day trip from Inverness.

“The guide was top-notch. Very knowledgeable, but not too much kitsch, which I appreciate. The boat trip to Loch Ness and Urquart Castle site visit were well organized. The longer trip back was beautiful, picturesque, and packed with great historical information. I would have loved enough time to stop in at some of the smaller towns and sites, but I would book again. Thanks! Great value. book again. Thank”

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Loch Lomond: Scottish Highlands Sightseeing Cruise

4.Scottish Highlands Sightseeing Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,953 reviews · 1 hour · from $26

Cruise Loch Lomond for one hour with Ben Lomond views, live history commentary, Highland scenery, a bar, and easy access from Balloch.

“Rather expensive for an hour ride. Perhaps consider a discount when the party is quite large. Was a splendid cruise. Always peaceful out on the water. The option of sitting under cover with full visibility was an extra bonus. The bar facilities was great. Perhaps consider having some sandwiches iso just a choice of 2 sweet biscuits. We were a party of 17 with young adults whom get very hungry all the time and we were celebrating a 50th birthday. Your ad did say eats available for purchase (bring cash) so we brought no snacks with. Staff were friendly and helpful.”

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Glasgow: Loch Ness, Glencoe and Highlands Tour with Cruise

5.Loch Ness, Glencoe and Highlands Tour with Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,742 reviews · 12 hours · from $65

See Loch Lomond, Glencoe, Loch Ness, and Pitlochry on a 12-hour Glasgow tour with a 50-minute cruise and Highland guide.

“the driver nick was very informative and very amicable. we got to see a lot and never were late for any of the iteniary. Would definitely recommend”

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Loch Lomond: Island Discovery 2-Hour Cruise

6.Island Discovery 2-Hour Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,576 reviews · 2 hours · from $40

Review the two-hour Loch Lomond Island Discovery cruise, with Highland views, island legends, onboard commentary, a bar, and practical booking tips.

“We did the 2 hour cruise on Lich Lomond. It was very nice.”

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Loch Ness Cruise, Outlander & Urquhart Castle Tour from Inverness

7.Loch Ness Cruise, Outlander & Urquhart Castle Tour from Inverness

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,384 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) Top rated

See Loch Ness, Urquhart Castle, Beauly, Culloden, and Clava Cairns on a guided Highland day trip from Inverness.

“Tour guide was very good. Excellent tour which enabled my adult daughter and I to see more than we would have on our own.”

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Loch Ness & the Highlands Day Tour from Glasgow Including Cruise

8.Loch Ness & the Highlands Day Tour from Glasgow Including Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,211 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $83

See Glencoe, Loch Ness, Fort William, and Cairngorms National Park on a 12-hour small-group tour from Glasgow with a cruise.

“Day trip with charismatic guide Caitlin has been top-notch. Very impressive performance by Caitlin (11h trip with 9h of simultaneous driving and superb guiding).”

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Loch Ness and Caledonian Canal 2-Hour Cruise from Dochgarroch

9.Loch Ness and Caledonian Canal 2-Hour Cruise from Dochgarroch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,158 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $42

Cruise from Dochgarroch through the Caledonian Canal into Loch Ness, with castle views, live stories, sonar, snacks, and whisky.

“Awesome experience. Especially the weather was fabulous. Worth the time and money. I would recommend it.”

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Loch Ness 1-Hour Cruise with Urquhart Castle Views

10.Loch Ness 1-Hour Cruise with Urquhart Castle Views

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,102 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $30

Cruise Loch Ness for one hour, hunt for Nessie with sonar, and see Urquhart Castle from a comfortable boat near Inverness.

“The one-hour cruise fully met my expectations for our adventure on the waters of Loch Ness. While it's getting chilly this time of year (and I'd suggest a lined wind-breaker or other waterproof jacket with a hood), the upper deck was manageable. If it hadn't been, the fully enclosed lower deck would have accommodated all of us comfortable. Polite crew, good navigating, interesting lessons on the public-address - just right!”

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From Edinburgh: Loch Ness and The Highlands Tour with Cruise

11.Loch Ness and The Highlands Tour with Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,090 reviews · 12 hours · from $67

See Loch Ness, Glencoe, Rannoch Moor, and Ben Nevis on a 12-hour small-group tour from Edinburgh with a Loch Ness cruise.

“It was awesome, the guide was really nice and kind, we would like to spend more time in Loch Ness”

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Inverness: Loch Ness Cruise, Castle, and Outlander Tour

12.Loch Ness Cruise, Castle, and Outlander Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 668 reviews · 9 hours · from $47

Review of Inverness's Loch Ness cruise, Urquhart Castle, Culloden, Clava Cairns, Beauly, and optional whisky stop in one day.

“We had a great time! The guide was perfect and the day was lovely :)”

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Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle visit from Inverness

13.Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle visit from Inverness

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 572 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $78

Cruise Loch Ness from Inverness, explore Urquhart Castle, and visit the Loch Ness Centre on a practical four-hour tour.

“The whole experience was fantastic. Linda was knowledgeable, entertaining and professional. An excellent trip all round. Thank you”

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Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond and Cruise Day Tour from Glasgow

14.Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond and Cruise Day Tour from Glasgow

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 566 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $98

Review of Rabbie’s 9-hour small-group tour from Glasgow to Stirling Castle, the Trossachs, and a scenic Loch Lomond cruise.

“Caitlin was a great driver and very good at her commentary and music. Stirling castle was beautiful and I like the free tour and gift shop and the view. The Loch Lomond cruise was beautiful and I was glad it had some commentary and drink service. Wish there had been a gift shop on the Loch Lomond cruise or on shore.”

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From Glasgow: Stirling Castle & Loch Lomond Tour with Cruise

15.Stirling Castle & Loch Lomond Tour with Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 514 reviews · 9 hours · from $93

Review of Rabbie's 9-hour Glasgow tour to Stirling Castle and Loch Lomond, with Highland scenery, a cruise, lunch time, and expert guides.

“Stirling castle was great and included a live tour by a castle guide. Lots of scenic stops for pictures. Plenty of time for lunch with choices. Lots of oppty to use toilets. Cruise was very nice. George our guide was fantastic.”

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