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Smoo Cave

946 Reviews

#5 of 17 things to do in Durness

Nature & Parks, Caverns & Caves

Durness, Scotland

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“Well worth the stopping for a walk”

Even in the wind and rain it was a nice walk down to the cave. Be mindful of the steps as they can... read more

Reviewed 14 November 2018

amsmith95

Ascot, United Kingdom

“Worth a photo stop...”

Interesting, worthwhile stop, even in November. No boat trip running but above walk (lots of steps... read more

Reviewed 13 November 2018

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4.5 946 reviews

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Very good36%
Average10%
Poor1%
Terrible1%

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“boat trip”(108 reviews)

“car park”(55 reviews)

“guided tour”(24 reviews)

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amsmith95

Ascot, United Kingdom

187

Reviewed 14 November 2018

Well worth the stopping for a walk

Even in the wind and rain it was a nice walk down to the cave. Be mindful of the steps as they can be a little uneven. Great spot for some nice photos. There are toilets at the car park area if needed.

Date of experience: October 2018

Thank amsmith95

557stewartb

216

Reviewed 13 November 2018 via mobile

Worth a photo stop...

Interesting, worthwhile stop, even in November. No boat trip running but above walk (lots of steps) up and down, and walking into the caves, the waterfall was a nice surprise.

Date of experience: November 2018

Thank 557stewartb

Charlie_Cosh

Asuncion, Paraguay

14769

Reviewed 9 November 2018

Views & cave

Dramatic views, nice walk along the cliffs, wildlife and a cave. Not much to say about the cave but if you are passing or in the area it is definitely worth a half hour/hour to look around but not somewhere to go out of you...More

Date of experience: October 2018

1 Thank Charlie_Cosh

K305AUsusans

4415

Reviewed 4 November 2018 via mobile

😁

Loved it. Not much to do other than go down a hill and see the cave - although, it is worth it ! Good scenery for photographs.

Date of experience: November 2018

Thank K305AUsusans

williamh202

Darlington, United Kingdom

6733

Reviewed 2 November 2018 via mobile

Excellent- should have visited sooner on previous trips

We will definitely visit in the summer when the guide is there and boat is in operation to access further in to this amazing cave.

Date of experience: October 2018

Thank williamh202

Janb617

Glasgow, United Kingdom

5410

Reviewed 1 November 2018

Cliffs tops views & cave

Dramatic location with views from the cliffs & steps down to the caves. Wear good walking shoes for safety.

Date of experience: June 2018

Thank Janb617

NewcastleRabbit

Hexham, United Kingdom

74279

Reviewed 15 October 2018

Dedicated to the work

We visited the caves and so pleased we made time to do so. The man that took us round was so very dedicated to the work he and his friend are doing. they are so tied up with this countrys red tape which makes his...More

Date of experience: July 2018

2 Thank NewcastleRabbit

Maureen P

Northumberland National Park, United Kingdom

293175

Reviewed 14 October 2018

Great

We visited and did the mini tour with the Cavers in the dInghy. It was fantastic and so informative. Definitely recommend

Date of experience: September 2018

Thank Maureen P

David L

244

Reviewed 8 October 2018 via mobile

Worth going to see

Thought that this might be a little strange but the hike down ( short) and entry to the start of the cave was very interesting. Also walked out to the edge of the cliffs for a great view. Would have been interested in the caveb...More

Date of experience: October 2018

Thank David L

Lindaahay

Somerset, United Kingdom

4633

Reviewed 7 October 2018 via mobile

Interesting place

Visited on a wet and windy day but Smoo Cave didn’t disappoint! Nice safe steps to walk down to the cave entrance. Well worth a look! Make sure you go through to the waterfall cave!

Date of experience: October 2018

Thank Lindaahay

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jonniemutch

Could I take my 9 month old son in a carrier into the cave?

28 July 2018|

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Yes there is a small bridge just going into an opening in the cave where you can have a look and then come straight back out

SusanO768

Hi can you visit Smoo Cave in winter. I am staying at Thurso and would love to do this as a day trip. Thanks Sue

26 January 2018|

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I guess so! I think that if there has been too much rain (or perhaps thawed snow/ice), they close up parts of the cave. When we were there, we could only go into the very first bit.

Catherine W

Is it possible to see the waterfall that you see in photos of inside the cave WITHOUT going on the boat ride? How steep are the stairs up and down from the road?

24 July 2017|

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The steps are quite manageable, just take your time. You do not have to go on the boat ride to see the waterfall, it's just along a small passageway from the main cave.

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