Arrival in time for welcome drinks and dinner before a stroll down the promenade into Oban harbour.

We take a ferry to Kerrera Island and walk around the island’s wild landscape to visit its west coast bays, before heading to the south end where a chain of islets reaches into the sea, and the dramatically sited Gylen Castle stands over twin bays close to the rocky Rubha Seanach promontory. Returning north, we call in at the Kerrera Tea Garden before meeting our ferry to begin the short journey back to Oban.

[6 hours walking, 11 km]

Our sea journey of around 1 hour takes us to the idyllic Lismore Island, population 192, where a circular walking route takes us to both east and west shores and past the famous broch (fortress) at Tirefour. We lunch by the spooky ruins of Castle Coeffin with breathtaking views across the sea to the hills of Morvern. As we return to the ferry landing, we pass the island's only shop and the church of St. Moluag. As we take the boat back across the Lynn of Lorn, the summits of the Glencoe ridges can be seen to the north, and beyond them the all-crowning Ben Nevis.

[5 hours walking, 10 km]

A long, exciting, varied and memorable day!  We take the Isle of Mull ferry from Oban harbour and a connecting transfer to reach the colourful fishing harbour of Tobermory. We walk to the eponymous lighthouse on tracks that give expansive views across to the craggy coastline of the Ardnamurchan Peninsula, then return to Tobermory for a short break before heading back to Oban.

[4 hours walking, 10 km]

Taking a local transfer to access the tracks north of Oban, we visit Dunstaffnage Castle, built in the early 1200’s by the grandson of Somerled, Lord of The Isles. Over the centuries, this has been the scene of many a bloody battle, and the contested seat of numerous figures of power. Its dramatic position almost matches its impressive history, with its headland and beach giving fine views across the Firth. Our walk takes us from the castle, through the beautiful Ganavan Bay before reaching the outskirts of Oban once more.

[5 hours walking including castle visit, 7 km]

There is time, then, to see the sights of Oban or to end the afternoon with a local walk up to the famous McCaig’s Tower, where a panoramic viewpoint gives tremendous views of town, sea and mountains.

If time allows before your journey, join us for a final stroll down the prom and into the harbour before your departure.

Please note that the above itinerary is subject to weather conditions being favourable. Walking times and distances shown are approximations and may vary. Our aim, above all, is to make the right choice each day so that we enjoy the most appropriate route for the conditions.