Water activities in Argyll & the Isles
The stunning coastline of Argyll & the Isles is home to some of the most biologically diverse marine environments in the UK and the many wrecks beneath the waves are a powerful reminder of our maritime heritage.
For watersports enthusiasts, there is so much to choose from. Take your pick from boat trips to the world’s third-largest whirlpool, or try stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, snorkelling, SCUBA diving, fishing, surfing and wild swimming.
Watersports are our specialism and there are stacks of places to hire equipment, take lessons or book a guided tour. You can’t beat local knowledge to enhance your experience.
Follow our specially designed trails for wild swimming, snorkelling and kayaking, or try swimming with basking sharks, kayaking in the beauty of Fingal’s Cave or night-time SCUBA diving by floodlight.
And the water isn’t just for sports buffs.
Families can enjoy sheltered sandy beaches with clear, shallow waters warmed by the Gulf Stream. Children will love hopping on a ferry to explore the islands, swimming in the calm seas, spotting the playful seals lazing in the sun and snorkelling to discover underwater treasures. Paddling, rock pooling and sandcastles delight at any age!
Just 90 minutes from Glasgow, Argyll and the Isles are perfect for a memorable family day trip, short break or extended holiday.
Wild Bathing
Welcome to your ultimate Wild Bathing experience around Oban - Scotland's Adventure Coastline.
Hosted by Jo MacLean, STA-qualified Open Water Swim Coach and...
14 Kilvaree Croft Connel
PA37 1RN
Tel: 07795 280584
Jura Boat Tours
We offer bespoke Rib Tours to various areas of outstanding beauty in our modern fully coded passenger Rib. There is an abundance of Wildlife found around our...
3 Woodside
Craighouse
Isle of Jura
Argyll
PA607YA
Tel: 07976 280195
Loch Goil Kayak and SUP Hire
Experience the tranquillity of the beautiful tidal sea loch that is Loch Goil as you glide on its sometimes crystal still surface. It will be just you and na...
Carrick Farm
Carrick Castle
Lochgoilhead
PA24 8AF
Tel: 07901751810
Portavadie Loch Fyne - Spa and Leisure
The Leisure Experience features a 16-metre indoor pool, a toddlers’ pool with water features, outdoor spa pools, a Scandinavian sauna and we think the larges...
Portavadie Estates Ltd
Portavadie Marina
PA21 2DA
Tel: 01700 811075
Seafari Adventures (Oban) Ltd
Seafari Adventures are a 5* Visit Scotland marine wildlife tour operator. Based in the conservation area of Easdale, 16 miles south of Oban. Our Wildlife Tou...
Seafari Adventures
The Village Shop
Easdale
Oban
PA34 4RQ
Tel: 01852 300003
Heathery Heights
Heathery Heights offers bespoke guided walks and tailored outdoor experiences for individuals and small groups across Argyll & the Isles. With so much on...
Head Office, Heathery Heights
Upper Erskine
Manse Brae
PA31 8QZ
Tel: 07899 765240
Oban Sailing
Sail with an experienced skipper aboard `Big Blue of Lorn`all experience levels, Skippered Charter and Sailing Holidays. Big Blue is a Beneteau Oceanis 523,...
Craobh Marina
Argyll
PA31 8UA
Tel: 07506 100 998
Live Argyll - Aqualibrium, Campbeltown
Aqualibrium Leisure Centre is situated on Kinloch Green in Campbeltown, offering spectacular views of Campbeltown Bay. The centre incorporates a swimming poo...
Kinloch Road
Campbeltown
Argyll
PA28 6EG
Tel: 01586 551212
Bekah's Oban Wild Swimming
Discover Argyll's hidden gems! Private and group sessions for all your outdoor swim needs around Oban and further afield. Whether you're braving the cold wat...
Oban
PA34
Tel: 07579 825732
Explore Lismore
Explore Lismore is a small tour operator on the Scottish Isle of Lismore, which is run by the husband and wife team of Robert & Iris. We offer bespoke, p...
1 Port Ramsay
Isle of Lismore by Oban
Argyll
PA34 5UN
Tel: +44 (0) 1631 760 291
Islay Sea Adventures
We are Islay's only boat tour company. We offer a range of tours, including wildlife, fishing, seafood and Corryveckan.
Looking for something bespoke and pe...
Trip departure Address:
Port Ellen Pontoons
Port Ellen
Isle of Islay
PA42 7DW
Office Address:
Surnaig Farm
Lagavulin
Isle of Islay
PA42 7DX
Tel: 01496 300129
Boat Trips Helensburgh
Come and experience Scotland from a different perspective. We operate in the beautiful Clyde Estuary and its sea lochs, running regular scheduled public trip...
Rhu Marina
Rhu
Helensburgh
G84 8LH
Tel: 01436640353
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