Sea Kayaking in Scotland - Applecross Adventure Holiday Week

Duration 5 days ~ Our most popular trip with lots of time in days one and two for teaching and practice plus a three day camping expedition allowing time out in the wilds to discover the hidden beauty of the highlands. Kids under 16 are now half price on the trip only option!

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Trip Only Options

£570pp Self cater throughout and bring your own camping cooking kit

£610pp We provide all food during the wild camping 3 day expedition

-Qualified, local guiding and instruction
-All local transport throughout
-All specialist equipment: No hidden hire costs
- Kids under 16 are half price when joining with an adult allowing a great family experience.
- Note: You arrange & pay your own accommodation. Great option allowing you to budget for where you stay on the non wild camp nights: contact local campsites, B&B or hostels or even rent a cottage as a group.

Lochcarron Accommodation

All within an easy walk to the Spar, Lochcarron hotel or Bistro, & book yourself in:

Castle Cottage Bed & Breakfast accommodation Lochcarron (castle-cottage-lochcarron.co.uk) – superb location on the shore of Lochcarron in the middle of the village. B&B all year. Half board offered in the winter months.

Self Catering options locally:

Glas Bheinn static home: Sleeps 4-6. £100 p/n. Based near Lochcarron Weavers, east Lochcarron just 5 minute drive to village centre. Contact wilkinson.rob@gmail.com for booking details.

Cosy Bungalow in the village of Lochcarron,Highlands of Scotland (vrbo.com)

Explore Holiday Lettings, Cottages & Apartments - HomeToGo

Keltic cabin off grid camping nc500, Lochcarron (updated prices 2026)

Places to stay outside Lochcarron within 40 min drive:

Stay at Shieldaig or Applecross campsites or take advantage of the SYHA hostels in Applecross or Torridon. Go to Hostelling Scotland | Book Direct for Best Price Guaranteed! If you stay outside Lochcarron please take into account driving times to our kayak base at Lochcarron golf club car park. Use Google maps for journey times.

Full Inclusive Option

£1350

- all Accomodation at a local B&B
- all meals at guest house and on overnight camps. Except on your arrival travel day.
- Qualified, local guiding and instruction
- All local transport throughout
- All specialist equipment: No hidden hire costs

Testimonials

"What a week! We are all absolutely shattered but exhilarated! I never knew my body had such adrenalin. Kayaking, rock climbing, lunching with the seals - what better way to spend your holiday. Fabulous instruction from Mike, great group, lovely food & accommodation. Thanks for a great holiday - will definitely be back & will recommend this to all my chums." Sarah Clark

"I had some kayaking experience but my partner had very little. We spent the first two days learning kayaking skills and learning the characteristics of the kayaks. Mike's instruction was great and it was good fun learning good solid paddle strokes which have helped me in my kayaking since. We opted for the fully inclusive option so had very nice lunches in the sun on the first two days. On the third day we were talked through expedition planning skills and given an introduction to tides, weather, equipment etc. Having packed all the required food, tents and kit into the kayaks we were off into the Sound. What followed were two nights and two full days on the water, camping out at some great spots. We were lucky enough to spot porpoises, whales and a couple of otters, the best sighting being an otter just before we finished the trip as we headed back to applecross. We were treated to great food, great landscapes and great company. I can fully recommend this company to anyone who wants to experience wilderness and a bit of adventure in a fantastic setting. I would also recommend this a a great holiday whether you are a solo traveller, couple or family with children. I will definitely be going on a trip in the future, hopefully on one of the longer trips to Canada" Chris Armstrong July 2013

"Five days of beautiful kayaking and wild camping in stunning surroundings. Mike took us from beginners to paddling off for a three day excursion with a lot of patience and took a great deal of care teaching us the basics very thoroughly. He has exceptional knowledge about the local flora and fauna and even teaches broader concerns like expedition planning. The equipment and preparation were excellent and we had complete faith in Mike's leadership of the group at all times. Delicious local food and comfortable accommodation. The perfect break from busy city life!" Gabriel Lambert Aug 2017

Crossing the Inner Sound Isles of Rhona Raasay Expedition

The Inner Sound and the Skye Cuillin mountains

Paddling out from Applecross bay Cuillin Ridge in distance

We've got company!

Calm waters on the Inner Sound: Applecross August 2011

Learning about navigation, tides and planning

peaceful paddling on the Inner Sound

Stunning shoreline geology on the west Inner Sound

Kayak camp in the wilderness

Trip Description

Inner Sound Sea Kayaking in Scotland – The Ultimate Beginner & Improver Adventure

Discover Scotland’s finest introduction to sea kayaking, designed for beginners and improvers alike.

Day One – Getting Started Begin your journey on Lochcarron with a fun, confidence-building session. We’ll cover the essentials, from basic paddle strokes to a short coastal trip, easing you into the water at a relaxed pace.

Day Two – Skills & Safety Take your paddling further with intermediate training. Learn vital techniques, including how to re-enter your kayak and help each other on the water—skills that build confidence and prepare you for expedition paddling and journeys.

Days Three to Five – Wilderness Expedition. The adventure truly begins as we plan a multi-day camping expedition together. Guided by the weather, we’ll chart our route around the Crowlin or Kishorn Islands and along the wild Applecross peninsula. Nights are spent at iconic wild camps such as Uags Point, the coral beach, or even one of the islands themselves, before returning to Lochcarron or Loch Kishorn.

Wildlife Encounters Scotland’s coastal fringes are alive with wildlife. Expect regular sightings of porpoises, seabirds, and—if we're very fortunate—puffins, whales, and seasonal dolphins may join the spectacle.

Flexible Options Prefer not to camp on the non expedition training days? Choose the trip-only option and stay at local campsites or nearby accommodation in Lochcarron, Applecross, or Shieldaig—all within easy reach of our kayak base.

Why This Trip? This is Scotland’s premier beginner/improver sea kayaking expedition. You’ll have time to train properly before setting out, and three days of sheltered paddling to immerse yourself in the wild beauty of the Highlands.

A Varied Coastal Experience From shell and maerl coral beaches to smooth Torridonian sandstone landings, every stop offers something unique.

✨ Unforgettable Evenings Enjoy wilderness camping under canvas, fresh homemade food (or self-cater if you prefer), and the dramatic Cuillin Ridge as your backdrop. It’s no wonder this is our most popular experience in Scotland.

View a Typical Itinerary

Schedule

Sunday night meet
Monday to Friday Kayak days
Friday late afternoon finish

Instructor Ratio

1:6 average

Suitable For

Novices and those with some paddle skills wanting to progress towards overnight expeditions. Anyone with good fitness wanting to experience sea kayaking with a camping/expedition element allowing us to paddle into the wilderness for a few days.

2025

APRIL 21-25 , 28-2 MAY , MAY 12-16 , 19-23 , 26-30

JUNE 2-6 , 9-13 , JULY 7-11 , 14-18 , 21-25 , 28-1 AUG

AUG 4-8 , 11-15 , 18-22 , SEP 15-19 , 22-26 , 29-3 OCT

OCT 27-31 , NOV 3-7 , 10-14

2026

APRIL 6-11 , 13-17 , 20-24 , 27-1 MAY

MAY 4-8 , 11-15 , 18-22 , 25-29

JUNE 1-5 , 8-12 , 15-19 , 22-26 , 29-3 JULY

JULY 6-10 , 13-17 , 20-24 , 27-31

AUG 3-7 , 10-14 , 17-21 , 24-28

SEP 7-11 , 14-18 , 21-25 , 28-2 OCT

NOV - Easter all dates available.

Note: Actual activity days shown. Arrival & departure travel days are either side of above dates. Other dates may be available with demand. Email first, before booking, to check space as above dates may already be full.

Groups & Discounts

If you are in any of the following categories then you'll get a discount of 5% per person off the Trip only option shown - discounts are per person only with valid employee id.

Fire , Police , Armed forces currently serving or disabled ex servicemen/women , nurses & paramedic workers (NHS only) , students, Parents & kids - just chat to us by email and we'll apply the discount.

Private Guiding

If you don't want to join an open trip with other people, or have a family/friends group of your own, then private instruction and guiding will meet your goals. Pricing is per person and will depend upon activity, distance travelled, peak or low season. We can email you a quote. Simply let us know where, when, what and for how many people.

Need a Transfer to get to us?

Add an airport pick up or return from Inverness — 2 hours from Applecross, email for a quote for your group size.

Add transfers to/from our nearest rail station (Strathcarron on the Inverness to Kyle of Lochalsh line) to your accommodation in the Lochcarron area - free of charge.

Please email to arrange transfers after booking and place a note in the booking form detailing your requirements.