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Treshnish Isles

 (West Coast Islands)
The Treshnish Isles

The Treshnish Isles comprise of a small archipelago of glacially sculptured volcanic islands and skerries off the west coast of Mull.  The Isles form part of the Loch Na Keal National Scenic Area, and have been designated as an SSSI, a Special Protection Area and a Special Area of Conservation...

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Source: www.wildlochaber.com/north-argyll/wildlife/treshnish-isles

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Isle of Rum

 (The Small Isles)
View of Eigg and Rum from Mallaig

The Isle of Rum is a National Nature Reserve managed by Scottish Natural Heritage and renowned for its wild landscape and long studied population of red deer. The island is of national and international importance for  both its geology and its wildlife.  There are several walks on the island,...

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Source: www.wildlochaber.com/the-small-isles/wildlife/isle-of-rum

3

Ardnamurchan Lighthouse

 (Ardnamurchan)
Ardnamurchan Lighthouse

The Ardnamurchan Lighthouse, on the most westerly point of the Ardnamurchan peninsula, was built in 1845 under the supervision of Alan Stevenson in an elegant Egyptian style, with Egyptian figurines decorating the lamp base.  The lighthouse is fully operational and automated.  The site is...

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Source: www.wildlochaber.com/ardnamurchan/attractions/ardnamurchan-lighthouse

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Isle of Eigg

 (The Small Isles)
The Isle of Eigg

The Isle of Eigg is the second largest island of a small archipelago of islands, The Small Isles, in the Inner Hebrides.

Geology

It is approximately 31km2, composed mainly of terraced basaltic lava and intrusive dykes, with Jurassic sandstones, shales...

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Source: www.wildlochaber.com/the-small-isles/wildlife/isle-of-eigg

5

Tobermory

 (Isle of Mull)
Tobermory- Main Steet

Tobermory is the main town (capital) in Mull on the north-east of the island, whose Gaelic name, Tobar Mhoire, refers to a local ancient well dedicated to the Virgin Mary.  Its prominence grew with the development of the sheltered harbour for fisheries, under the patronage of 5th Duke...

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Source: www.wildlochaber.com/north-argyll/attractions/tobermory

6

Aonach Mor

 (Fort William)
The Mountain Gondola

A lovely trip to the top of the chairlifts at 650 m on the northern slopes of Aonach Mor.   The top station affords affording fabulous views of hills and lochs of Lochaber, as well as a taste for the high life.  This is a lovely trip for anyone interested in taking a short walk in montainous...

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Source: www.wildlochaber.com/fort-william/wildlife/aonach-mor

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Great Glen Scenic Chair Ride

 (Fort William)
The Great Glen Scenic Chair Ride

During the month of August, there is a wonderful opportunity to take the two person ski lift (The Scenic Chair) to the hidden valley on the slopes of Aonach Mor. In winter, the chair lift is referred to as the 'Great Glen Chair' and is used by skiers and snowboarders to gain access to the...

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Source: www.wildlochaber.com/fort-william/attractions/great-glen-scenic-chair-ride

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Glencoe

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Walking

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with over 100 wildlife focused walks across Lochaber, you'll be spoilt for choice

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Fort William

Fort William

Fort William, The Outdoor Capital

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Wildlife

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Wildlife

Home to Scotland's Big Five, red deer, golden eagle, otter, red squirrel, seals and so much more. A Wildlife Adventure Awaits.

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Ardnamurchan

West Highland Peninsulas

Ardnamurchan and The West Highland Peninsulas

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Activities

Activities

kayaking, wildlife watching, cruising, cycling, golfing, climbing, skiing, slow adventures and many more things to do

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Road to The Isles

The Road to The Isles

The Road to The Isles

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Day trips

Day Trps

Take off for the day to see the puffins on The Treshnish Isles, A Day trip to Mull, Skye, The Small Isles, The Most westerly point on the mainland and many more local ideas for a day out

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