 This is a unique opportunity to paddle with 58°N round the double World Heritage site of St Kilda and other outlying islands of the Outer Hebrides.
Our journey starts in Meavig on the West Coast of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides. We sail aboard the MV Cuma with its skipper Murdo Macdonald. Staying aboard the Cuma we use the boat as our moving base. Finishing the kayaking at the world famous Callanish Stones.
For further details contact Tim.
The Trip
This is a rough idea of an itinerary the weather plays a big part and our decisions on where we go are dictated by the weather. Our objective is to get to St Kilda and this is why the trip is 7 days to give us the best possible chances. We can not guarantee we will get there but so far we haven't failed.
 Saturday
If you need we will pick up in Stornoway at the ferry or the airport. We join the Cuma Meaviag in Uig on the West Coast of the Isle of Lewis. Travelling down the west coast anchor at Scarp and have a shakedown paddle.
Sunday
We set out for St Kilda travelling the 40 nautical miles. Lunch at anchor in village bay and in the afternoon a paddle or a run ashore.
Monday
Explore Hirta, Dun and Soay
Tuesday
Head towards the Monach Isles, visiting Stac Lee and Stac an Armin.
Wednesday
Explore the Monach Isles and visit the Stevenson Lighthouse. Travel up to Loch Resort in North Harris
 Thursday
Explore the Lochs in North Harris hopefully seeing some of the resident Sea Eagles. Travel to Valtos in Uig
Friday
You leave the boat and paddle through Loch Roag to the Callanish Stones where your transport and luggage will meet you to head into Stornoway for dinner and a comfortable B&B.
Saturday
Opportunity to explore Stornoway before transport to the ferry or airport and departure.
Other details:
There are others offering sea kayaking trips to St Kilda but there are a differences between us and them:
- We leave from the Outer Hebrides; it is closer and offers the best opportunities to make the most of the weather
- Ours is a fully catered 7 day trip (Saturday to Saturday)
- It includes transport to and from Stornoway airport or ferry if you need it.
- It includes your final night dinner in a restaurant in Stornoway and accommodation in a quality Bed and Breakfast before your departure.
- You can use our quality, expedition ready kayaks if you need one
- You will have two highly qualified and experienced guides from 58°N with you.
- Murdanie from the Cuma has been fishing these waters for over 25 years and knows them intimately, he has been running trips to St Kilda for over eight years.
The 2007 trip will run if there is enough interest. The cost will be £1123 per person. Please contact Tim if you would like further details or to be added to the list.
For further details contact Tim or click here for a booking form
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