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Our Adventures
Half Day Sea Kayak Adventure
Our most popular kayaking Adventure, a half day (2.5 hours) Morning or afternoon, group sea kayaking trip in single or double kayaks from Shieldaig Bay, Gairloch.
At Gairloch Kayak Centre, we offer exciting beginner sea kayaking experiences for up to 8 people in the beautiful Scottish Highlands. Our kayaking tours provide a fun and safe way to explore the stunning natural scenery of the area, with the sun shining down on us as we paddle through the tranquil waters. Visitors may be lucky enough to enjoy sightings of playful seals and admire the majestic mountains surrounding us. Our experienced instructors ensure the safety of our visitors at all times, making it the perfect opportunity for those with little or no kayaking experience to enjoy the thrill of the Scottish Highlands.
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No experience is necessary
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We provide:
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Qualified and experienced guide
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Kayak
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Paddle
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Buoyancy aid
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Spraydeck (optional)
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Toilet and changing facilities
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You need to bring:
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Water proof clothing
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Closed toed footwear, suitable for a stoney beach, that you are happy to get wet
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A change of clothes & towel (in case you get wet)
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A bottle of water if required
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Sun cream/midge spray if required
- A sense of adventure!
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What's not included:
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Food/snacks
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Transport
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We don't recommend you bring phones for pictures (they sink). Your guide will take pictures of your adventure and they will be available to you free of charge.
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£60pp (+booking fee)
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Loch Maree Kayak Adventure
Our favourite kayaking Adventure, a full day (6 hours) group kayaking trip in single or double kayaks from Slattadale on the banks of Loch Maree.
We offer an exciting beginner kayaking experience for up to 8 people on the majestic Loch Maree in the beautiful Scottish Highlands. Our kayaking tour provides a fun and safe way to explore the stunning natural scenery of Loch Maree including over 60 islands. Loch Maree is home to some of the best examples of the last remaining Caledonian pine forest. Surrounded by mountains you will enjoy the fantastic atmosphere as you paddle through sheltered sections of Loch Maree's islands. Our experienced instructors ensure the safety of our visitors at all times.
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No experience is necessary
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We provide:
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Qualified and experienced guide
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Kayak
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Paddle
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Buoyancy aid
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Spraydeck (optional)
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Dry bags for your things
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You need to bring:
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Packed lunch and water
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Water proof clothing
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Closed toed footwear, suitable for a stoney beach, that you are happy to get wet
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A change of clothes & towel (in case you get wet)
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Sun cream/midge spray if required
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A sense of adventure!
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What's not included:
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Food/snacks
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Transport
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We don't recommend you bring phones for pictures (they sink). Your guide will take pictures of your adventure and they will be available to you free of charge.
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£120pp (+booking fee)
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Private Kayaking Adventures
Want to do our half day sea kayak adventure or Loch Maree trip as a private group?
Looking for something more intimate or personalised?
Our private adventures are perfect for you and can be tailored to your group's needs.
Private Half day Kayak is £250 for 2 people (£125pp) then £40 per additional person
Private Full day Kayak is £500 for 2 people (£250pp) then £80 per additional person
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Guided Munro Walks
Our team can help you tick off your next Munro, Wester Ross boasts some of the best.
Our guide will look after navigation and safety so you can enjoy your day.
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You might even learn a few navigation skills
We provide:
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Qualified and experienced guide
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You need to bring:
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Suitable clothing
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Walking boots/shoes
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A minimum of a litre of water per person
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Food and snacks
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Sun cream/midge spray if required
- A sense of adventure!
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What's not included:
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Food/snacks
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Transport
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£130pp* (+booking fee)
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Booking Terms and Conditions
*Minimum group size 2
Bespoke Adventures
Have an idea for an adventure? Somewhere you have always wanted to kayak? Proposal? Birthday party? Guided walk? Get in contact with our team of qualified outdoor instructors to discuss your ideas.
Bike Hire
£30 per day per bike
Pickup available in Gairloch or from our base at Shieldaig Lodge
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Each hire includes: a bike, helmet, puncture repair kit and pump
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Full day hire only (9am-5pm)
Discounts for multi-day hires
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Delivery available
Please email us at kayakgairloch@gmail.com to enquire about bike hire in Gairloch.
Safety Boat Services
We can provide a range of crewed safety boat and water safety services in the Highlands of Scotland. We are fully insured and have highly qualified crews.
Our Safety boat services:
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Lifeguards & bank based safety
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Kayak safety boater/s
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4m RHIB safety boat
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6.5m RHIB safety boat