PRIVATE GROUP BOOKINGS TO ST KILDA
We welcome private group bookings to St Kilda. Although our trips normally depart from Stein, we may be able to meet groups at alternative locations on North Skye, e.g. Dunvegan or Stein.
We also offer private day cruises to other destinations including Shiant Islands, Mingulay, Flannan Isles, Lewis, Harris, Berneray, Gairloch, Coll, Tiree, Mull, Oban and Ullapool.
SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS
We work with various special interest group providing visits to St Kilda. If you have an interest in the areas of ornithology, botany, kayaking, walking, or photography please contact us to discuss.
For those with a photography interest, the special several day tour in mid July to St Kilda being run by talented Skye based photographer Marcus McAdam may be of interest.
REQUIREMENTS
Mobility: Passengers require to be independently mobile with a reasonable degree of agility. Unfortunately the trip is not suitable for wheelchair users or anyone with back problems. National Trust for Scotland prohibit all cabin boats (including our boat) from berthing at the St Kilda, Hirta pier. The short transfer to the pier is by Zodiac dinghy/ tender.
Age: Children under 16 accompanied by an adult are welcome. Not recommended for children under age of 12 or over the age of 65.
Dress required: Footwear suitable for walking on the island where ground can be uneven, steep and wet underfoot. Warm waterproof clothing (jacket, trousers and footwear) for use on the island and also to enjoy views from the rear deck during the journey, which may be wet from sea spray.
Food and drink: Passengers are required to bring their own food and drink as there are no catering facilities on the island.
Pets: Pets are strictly prohibited due to fragile ecosystem on the island. If you require kennels for your pets, see Trip Info for more details.
Camping equipment: You are responsible for providing your own camping equipment, and any cooking equipment. If you prefer an arrangement where we provide all the camping equipment please see the Trip Info.
Access: To download the NTS St Kilda Guide to Access see Downloads.
