Bow fiddle rock, chance of dolphins and quaint fishing harbours the beaches, cliffs and open water of the north east coast make for a great day on the water. Based near oban on the west coast of scotland, we sell ndk sea kayaks, lendal paddles and lead expeditions and training courses for sea kayakers. Youll get to grips with the basics of sea kayaking and develop your skills as you go on a guided coastal journey discovering spectacular scenery and landscapes secluded bays, coral beaches, islands, panoramic views and the possibility of seeing. New courses include practical navigation for sea kayakers, where we spend equal amounts of time in the classroom and on the water learning about maps, charts, tides and weather and the practical application of these skills.
The most comprehensive guide for sea kayakers of all levels first published in 1976, the complete book of sea kayaking is a comprehensive guide for the beginner and an invaluable reference book for the experienced sea kayaker. This book challenges the reader to kayak a 500km route, from the isle of gigha off the kintyre peninsula, to the summer isles near ullapool. In part, this book is about a sea kayaking trip undertaken by alastair dunnett and james adam during the 1930s when both were young men. Sea kayaking is about getting away from all the stresses of everyday life. A delightful collection of ocean kayaking trips along the entire new england coast, from maine to connecticut. A practical guide that will help you to master the skills needed to manoeuvre a sea kayak efficiently in rough water and advanced conditions. On a family sea kayaking trip we will journey along the arisaig coastline looking for seals, landing on beaches and just having a good time exploring. Doug is the author of several other books published by pesda press. Day trip 4 to 5 hours journeying time arisaig coast. Sea kayaking introduction course includes accommodation.
Sea kayaking out of plockton enables you to experience breathtaking panoramic views of the isle of skye, applecross, the torridon mountains and reach coral beaches only accessible by boat. Seakayaking in scotlands highland wilderness video. The north and east coasts are to some extent the cinderellas of the scottish coastline. Under the guidance of alison french, a fully qualified sea kayak instructor, you can admire an abundance of wildlife by kayak. It can be undertaken in four holidaysized sections or as one long, glorious.
Based near oban, close to some of the best sea kayaking locations in the uk. Using our mothership, polar pioneer, as a floating base camp, well paddle among the hundreds of remote, unspoiled islands that fringe the west and north coasts of scotland. Sea kayaking 3 days around arisiag we have just returned from the most perfect 3 day kayaking trip with the most excellent arisaig sea kayak centre. We recommend you demo the boats in a range of sea conditions, and test them fully. Seakayak arisaig, glenuig inn, glenuig, invernessshire, ph38 4ng tel. The lord of the isles section runs from oban to mallaig. If you would like to improve your performance, its worth looking at the nationwide coaching and testing scheme organised by them. We run kayak trips throughout scotland, these range from day trips on the moray firth to multi day trips on scotlands stunning west coast, a world class sea kayaking destination. Choose from a range of expeditions across highlands and islands of scotland.
The scottish sea kayak trail scotlands finest sea kayaking. Views stunning saw seals, sea birds and porpoises, had fun playing games in the kayaks and after a halftime brew on the beach paddled back feeling much more confident on the water cannot recommend highly enough. On the north west coast of scotland and around skye there are islands galore, hidden beaches, tide races, great places to enjoy the local seafood and amazing people to meet. Scotlands unique combination of water, weather, wildlife and mountains gives it an adventurous, slightly dangerous edge. Once you have learnt the basic skills, you will discover endless possibilities for day paddles and expeditions in scotland, and indeed many countries around the world. It brings together a selection of fifty great sea voyages around the mainland of scotland, from the mull of galloway in the sw to st abbs head on the east coast, as well as voyages in the western isles, ranging from day trips to three day journeys. Take a look at the ultimate sea kayaking resource for beginners.
Easily accessible by all modes of transport, you will enjoy the freedom and exhilaration of sea kayaking without the extra travelling hours to the west coast of. What to expect arisaig has some sheltered coastline that is perfect for a family day out sea kayaking. Buy skye and north west highlands sea kayaking 1st edition, march 2017 by doug. Sea kayaking in scotland offers some of the best chances to get up close to our sea birds, otters, dolphins and especially seals.
The sound of raasay also boasts some of the most breathtaking surroundings youll find for sea kayaking in scotland. Here are some books that we use and reckon that would be worth considering if youre aspiring to improve your paddling skills and get out and about on a more regular basis. Shetland from nwsks blog, a nicely illustrated write up of the 2008 symposium. Our demo fleet is available for you to try out here in oban, or across scotland. Sea kayak plockton sailing in the highlands, scotland. Stretching from the isle of gigha off the kintyre peninsyla to the summer isles near ullapool, the trail can be undertaken in four holidaysized sections or as one, long glorious journey. If youre just starting to get into sea kayaking, scotland has so many brilliant opportunities available to paddlers of all abilities. Aap technical advice and staff training kenny is a technical adviser for a number of organisations and outdoor centres in kayaking both sea and inland, canoeing, mountain biking, climbing, mountaineering, gorge walking and ropes courses. Scotland is a worldclass seakayaking destination, the scottish islands being rightly famous for the standard of paddling they offer. It appeals to everyone and is suitable for all abilities. Scottish sea kayaking trail journey through some of the most scenic parts of scotland on the unique scottish sea kayaking trail, a challenging 500 km voyage.
With long summer days, well spend as much time kayaking as possible and delight in taking advantage of spontaneous opportunities on this expeditionstyle journey. Scottish sea kayak trail by simon willis a 500km route from. Mingulay photos from mark rainsleys whitsun 2006 trip. We sell the full range of sea kayaks from sea kayaking uk designed by nigel dennis. Kayak scotland is based in aviemore in the heart of the cairngorms national park. I was seakayaking a mile off the west coast of scotland and it felt like i was gliding over a velvet sheet. Sea kayak scotland offers tailor made kayaking courses on the isle of seil, near oban on the west coast of scotland. Sea kayaking the new mountaineering scotland trips. Arisaig sea kayak centre 2020 all you need to know.
Dun eideann sea kayaking, edinburgh scotland, courses trips. Plocktons sheltered waters provide one of the best locations in scotland for learning and improving your kayak skills, under the guidance of alison french, a fully qualified sea kayak instructor. Arisaig to skye owen merricks story of his introduction to sea kayaking. Connor was simply amazing, he imparted the necessary safety information with enough humour to keep it interesting and make sure we remembered it, kitted us out with the right. Details of launching and landing sites, tides and potential hazards are provided and the. A great kayak time in scotland and the outer hebrides with our lettmann sea kayaks in the summer of 2008. This is an essential resource for those that are new to sea kayaking and are looking for helpful advice and useful tips. The scottish canoe association have produced two guide books outlining routes to go canoeing and sea kayaking in scotland.
Fortyfive journeys are described in a way that is both inspirational and informative. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Sea kayaking out of plockton enables you to experience breathtaking panoramic views of the isle of skye, applecross and torridon mountains and reach. Sea kayak edinburgh dun eideann sea kayaking offers inspirational guided trips, sea kayak instruction and coaching all within a stones throw of scotlands beautiful capital city. Sea kayaking introduction course by wilderness scotland. Based on the north coast of scotland, he is the secretary and founder member for the local canoe club in thurso. Family sea kayak trip in arisaig arisaig sea kayak centre. Paddling with skyak has allowed me to meet fellow paddlers from across the globe and to share our knowledge and experience. Sea kayaking scotland, oban skuk kayaks lendal paddles. A learn to sea kayak trip is suited to complete beginners or kayakers with limited experience. Sea kayak skye expedition join us on one of our isle of skye expeditions where we explore the islands dramatic, remote and inaccessible coastline and wild camp as we journey.
To paddle the whole route might take several weeks but individual sections can be paddled in much shorter trips. It contains a wide range of sea kayaking books and other kayaking and canoeing literature. The new official guidebook to the 740mile northern forest canoe trail across new york, vermont, new hampshire, maine, and the province of quebec. Both books cleverly capture the essence of sea kayaking. According to all commonly accepted rules, i should have been neck. The trip was proposed by them to earn enough money to repay debts incurred during the brief life of an adventure magazine known as the claymore. Based on seil probably the best location for sea kayaking, with something for everyone in all weathers. They dont have as many islands as the west or north, but they will richly reward your. The scottish canoe association is the national governing body for canoeing in scotland. The north west of scotland is quite simply the best place to paddle a sea kayak in the world. We can offer beginner sea kayaking trips, right through to more advanced guided days on the sea. Scotlands best sea kayaking locations having paddled and guided all over the world, im delighted to say that for me, paddling in scottish waters is hard to beat.
All purchases are made directly through amazon offering secure purchasing and swift delivery options. All the latest expedition and instruction books, with titles by the top names in. Read on for an insight into what to expect on one of our introduction to sea kayaking weeks. So with that said, i d like to share my absolute favourite 10 sea kayaking spots in scotland.
A guidebook covering some of scottish paddlings best kept secrets. There are very few other outdoor sports where you are able to carry everything you require for a week or more and this weight is supported by the water over which you travel. Fifty great sea kayak voyages by cooper, doug, reid, george isbn. Having paddled and guided all over the world, im delighted to say that for me, paddling in scottish waters is hard to beat.
Scotland s west coast is an undisputed worldclass sea kayaking destination. The design of the boats has evolved from that of the inuit, as opposed to the open birchbark and dugout canoes of the north american indians. We sell the sea touring range including the kinetik, nordkapp, mystik and archipelago blades and offer a specialist sizing clinic to find the right paddle for you. The quality of the instruction is so important in learning good techniques and feeling comfortable out on the water. Tims top 10 scottish sea kayaking spots wilderness scotland. Scotlands first guidebook for sea kayakers wishing to explore its amazing coastline and magical islands. Sea kayak scotland is an approved activity provider. Here you will find a compilation of our best sea kayaking articles all referenced on one handy page. We have a network of affiliated clubs and approved paddlesport. Paddling with seals, foraging for seaweed, watching the underwater world glide below us, starfish, sea urchins, crabs and lobsters and so. On a wilderness scotland sea kayaking adventure you can relax, enjoy the incredible scenery and marvel at the wondrous wildlife that inhabit scotland s west coast. High quality sea kayak courses for all levels and abilities. One covers white water kayaking and the other covers more gentle touring water.
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