Isle of Skye Wildlife Tours -Tours
Isle of Skye Wildlife Tours -Tours
Isle of Skye Wildlife Tours -Tours
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9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
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If you have ever wanted to see a Golden Eagle cruising a mountain ridge or an Otter hunting the shoreline, then you have an excellent chance of making your dream come true on one of our day tours around the dramatic Isle of Skye.
Portree, Scotland
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2023
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Sally T
4 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
What a day we had with Andy. Despite the inclement weather at times, we still managed to see six otters, four golden eagles and a sea eagle, all in their natural environment and undisturbed. Andy was so knowledgeable both about the wildlife and the island. With our newfound knowledge of these beautiful creatures and their habits; the following day we had a sighting of an otter in a different bay and had a golden eagle fly parallel with us on a mountain pass. Thank you Andy for a great day out!
Written 20 November 2023
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John A
7 contributions
Sep 2023 • Couples
This was a really good day out. We saw 14 Sea eagles and 4 Golden Eagles. Andy took us to places on the island, including inland, where we'd never have thought to look. I've never been one for the idea of guided tours, but this was really special and got us sightings, including of otters, we'd not have experienced otherwise. Warmly recommended.
Written 25 September 2023
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K S
Congresbury, UK6 contributions
Sep 2023 • Friends
Andy was so lovely, he needs to be a natural history TV presenter! So knowledgeable and respectful of wildlife. We saw 7 otters, two of which were adult male and female courting! Very nice behaviour! A sea Eagle, two goodies and deer! Would definitely recommend 👌
Written 13 September 2023
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Hannah W
Coalville, UK24 contributions
Sep 2023 • Couples
This was such an amazing experience for both of us, and one of the first things we booked for our visit to Skye. We both love wildlife, and knowing how reclusive some are (looking at you, otters!) We knew we needed to be in expert hands to find them. Andy was absolutely that expert. He was extremely knowledgeable with all the wildlife we spotted during the day, and worked super hard to make sure we ticked as many as possible of the list. We were very lucky to see otters (a mother and two pups playing in the water) a fair few golden eagles including a male who decided to display fly and barrel roll in the sky, sea eagles, red deer and a hilarious little vole who had obviously waited quite long enough for us to move along, thank you very much! They scurried right through us mid Eagle conversation. Would highly recommend if you love wildlife and want that expert touch in locating some of the more elusive types!
Written 9 September 2023
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Stephanie P
6 contributions
Jul 2023 • Family
We went on this Mini Bus trip as a group of four in early July, we really enjoyed ourselves and learnt so much about the wildlife and what to look for from the tour guide. We saw White Tailed Sea Eagles, Otters and my favourite the Golden Eagle, also Deer and Oyster Catchers. We had some amazing sights but most of all we learnt a lot from the tour guide. We were staying in Sconser and because the guide had told us about an Otter in the area, later on in the evening we were able to spot the Otter ourselves off the shoreline. My brother became very enthusiastic about spotting wildlife and looking at all the places where you might see a Sea Eagle or Golden Eagle because normally you just don't know where to look or understand their habits. My favourite part of the trip was seeing a Golden Eagle hoovering in the sky above, they have a very particular way of flying and seem so free and amazing to watch. The guide was very helpful and answered all the questions we had.
Written 26 July 2023
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SJMINFIFE
Crossgates, UK21 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
Andy worked had to show us sea and golden eagles and otters. The otters were singularly elusive but Andy found a family of four playing and fishing. A great day out with a great guide.
Written 29 May 2023
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Jane G
11 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
An excellent day out with Andy. We were particularly interested in seeing otters if possible and Andy helped us spot 6! This included a mother and cubs, fantastic. Also spotted a golden Eagle in driving rain that would have been impossible without his knowledge, skill and excellent kit. Really good day, thanks Andy.
Written 22 May 2023
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Tim K
Merseyside, UK43 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
Really good day. The tour guide did his best to ensure we saw lots of different animals and birds. He was knowledgeable. We saw Golden Eagles, White-Tailed sea eagles, cuckoos, otters, seals and deer as well as a host of other species.
I think we all learned a great deal about the wildlife on Skye.
I think we all learned a great deal about the wildlife on Skye.
Written 7 May 2023
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Jen M
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Apr 2023 • Couples
We had an amazing day with Andy on the wildlife tour. We saw sea eagles, golden eagles, otters, seals, deer and various other birds. A must do while you’re on the Isle of Skye. Andy was knowledgeable, personable and attentive to the needs of the group. 10/10!
Written 25 April 2023
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Jessica F
4 contributions
Apr 2023
We had a wonderful full day wildlife tour of Skye with Andy! We had mentioned wanting to find otters and seals early on and we saw those and so much more! His ability to spot an animal in the far off distance while driving is truly incredible! His knowledge of the island flora and fauna was unparalleled and we learned so much from this trip! My parents both have science backgrounds and were fascinated with what he was able to share about Skye. I would highly recommend this trip to anyone interested in really seeing Skye!
Written 11 April 2023
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848chris
Preston, UK13 contributions
what time does this tour set off and where do you pick up the tour. we will be staying ardvasar
Skyewildlife M
Portree, UK2 contributions
The tours leave and return to the Long Stay Carpark in Portree. Please note that prior booking is essential.
ericcusack1
Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
Hi there
I Will be moving to Skye in the next month or so and would very much like to take one of your tours. Do the tours run through out winter? I was thinking January time? Any information greatly appreciated
Best wishes
Eric
Wendy T
Taunton, UK12 contributions
Hi Eric,
Yes we do run tours during the winter. Just give me a ring and we can get you booked in.
Best wishes
Wendy & Andy
DAVID NELLIST
43 contributions
Hallo there.
Will you still be open for tours mid December ? Do hope so
Davey
Skyewildlife M
Portree, UK2 contributions
Hi Davey
Normally the answer would be yes as we operate all year round. Unfortunately I've got some enforced time off at the moment as I've had to send some of our optical equipment off for servicing/repair and won't be realistically able to do a tour until it returns. At the moment mid December is unlikely - but if you're coming to Skye anyway then drop us another line nearer the time, as until I hear back from Swarovski I don't know an exact date we will restart the Tours.
Andy
michael414hadley
worcester uk33 contributions
Which is the best and closest campsite for this tour we are going up end of May and I am an enthusiastic wildlife photographer.
Skyewildlife M
Portree, UK2 contributions
The Torvaig campsite is closest to the start of our tour. It's on the outskirts of Portree so convenient for restaurants and shopping in the town too. It's a very nice site and I've had good feedback from people who've stayed there.