From stunning landscapes to ancient ruins, here’s what you can expect on a Loch Ness boat tour:
Scottish scenery at its most impressive
Get closer than ever to the stunning scenery of the Scottish Highlands on a return boat trip from Clansman Harbour across legendary Loch Ness. Loch Ness is the largest loch (by volume) in the British Isles, due to its immense depth of 227 metres!
Choose either indoor or outdoor seating and relax on the comfortable cruise boat with multilingual guides and refreshments available (additional payment required).
Say hello to ‘Nessie’!
Affectionately known as ‘Nessie’, the mythical Loch Ness Monster has been hunted by locals and visitors alike for hundreds of years without success. Using the boat’s cutting-edge on-board sonar system, will you be the first to spot her with your own eyes?
Castle ruins
Dominating the shores of Loch Ness and dating from the 13th to 16th centuries, admire the historic ruins of Urquhart Castle from your cruise boat. Captured by Edward I of England in 1296, the Wars of Scottish Independence and sieges are just some of the events that the castle — one of the largest in Scotland — has witnessed during its time as an important relic of Scottish history.
Please note that tour stop and entry to the castle are not included. If you would like to visit Urquhart Castle, entry is included with the Scottish Heritage Pass – a great-value sightseeing pass that allows you to visit multiple must-see historic attractions in Scotland.
Loch Ness FAQs
How deep is Loch Ness?
Over 20 miles long and 700 feet at its deepest point, Loch Ness is the largest lake in the British Isles by volume.
Where is Loch Ness?
Loch Ness is situated in the west of the Scottish Highlands, roughly six miles from nearby Inverness.