stunning views and relaxed kayaking . In the evenings , kayakers can enjoy the rich cultural scene the south offers with concerts , music sessions and ceilidhs . Gaelic is still a part of daily life on Skye , especially in the very north and south where the Gaelic College of Scotland , Sabhal Mòr Ostaig , is situated .
The paddling options on Skye are innumerable . They can be travelled in one long circumnavigation – which Kate Duffus achieved in three days but can also be appreciated leisurely over ten days while exploring the coastline . Depending on how deep you paddle into each sea loch , this is a 150 - 300km long journey . If time permits , you can watch the weather and choose your trip accordingly to explore the coastline in depth . Here are some of the best kayaking trips on Skye :
along the coast . You ’ ll pass a few skerries , Eilean Maol ( the bald island ), Eilean Sgorach ( the notchy island ), and the village of Ardvasar .
On the way south , visit the rock arch just before Tormore and enjoy the view changing from Knoydart to Mallaig , to Eigg and then to Rum . It can be a bit choppy near Tormore , where the headland reaches into the sea and around Aird , but Port a ’ Chùil ( the back port ) gives excellent shelter for a snack stop before you head on to the Point . Don ’ t miss the big sandy beach of Camas Daraich ( the bay of the oak ) for a lunch spot with white sand and Hebridean colours . The lighthouse at the Point is not picturesque , but Orcas and dolphins have been spotted here .
THE POINT OF SLEAT
The southernmost tip of Skye overlooks the Small Isles , Mallaig , Knoydart and the Cuillin Ridge . Park in Armadale and launch from the beach . Go around the ferry terminal and head southwest
Loch Bracadale
Rubha Hunish Loch Coruisk
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