New Season, New Website – Welcome Back to Etive Boat Trips
As the days get longer and spring arrives on the west coast, we’re delighted to welcome you back for a new season with Etive Boat Trips. This year feels like
13th April 2026
ETIVE BOAT TRIPS
Unforgettable boat trips, wildlife encounters and specialist charters of the Firth of Lorn or Loch Etive. As featured on Countryfile.
ABOUT US
Etive Boat Trips offers unforgettable journeys through some of Scotland’s most spectacular coastal landscapes. From wildlife-rich sea lochs to remote islands and dramatic mountain backdrops, our trips give you a unique perspective on the West Coast that you simply can’t get from land.
Join one of our scheduled wildlife and scenic tours along the west coast.
Flexible boat hire for professional, adventure or bespoke projects.
Exclusive trips for groups, families and special occasions.
Marine support for film, research, diving and scientific operations.
CHARTERS
From half-day hires to multi-day projects, our charters are fully flexible and tailored to your needs. Ideal for film, research, diving, fishing, private groups and unique west coast adventures.
REVIEWS
Real experiences from people who’ve explored the west coast with us.
We had a fantastic day out today with Kyle. He is a super friendly guy who helped us enjoy and appreciate the amazing scenery as we travelled to the top of Loch Etive. The sunshine was a Bonus but the pace set, his knowledge of the area and his relaxed manner definitely contributed to our enjoyment of the Trip
Etive Trip Customer
Join one of our scheduled shared trips and explore Scotland’s west coast by sea. These small-group tours are perfect for wildlife spotting, scenic cruising and discovering remote places, all guided by an experienced local skipper.
Duration: 2 hours
A scenic cruise to the Creag Islands and seal colony via the Falls of Lora, with views of Dunstaffnage Castle and opportunities to spot local wildlife. Refreshments provided on board.
Duration: 4 hours
A stunning scenic cruise through Loch Etive, passing Connel Bridge, the Falls of Lora, Ardchattan Priory and Ben Cruachan, with chances to spot seals and sea eagles along the way. Refreshments provided on board.
Duration: 2 hours
An unforgettable evening cruise as the sun sets over Morvern and Lismore. Soak up the colours, calm waters and peaceful atmosphere of Scotland’s west coast. Hot drinks and snacks provided on board.
WHY CHOOSE US
Experienced, welcoming and always happy to share their local knowledge.
Our catamaran is wheelchair accessible and offers a smooth, comfortable ride.
Years of experience exploring Loch Etive, the Firth of Lorn & the Sound of Mull.
From scheduled tours to fully tailored private and commercial trips.
We’ve been lucky to welcome a wide range of guests on board, from families and photographers to TV crews and scientific teams. Our gallery gives a glimpse into the people, places and projects we’ve hosted along Scotland’s west coast – including work with programmes like Countryfile.
Featured on BBC Countryfile while supporting filming on Scotland’s west coast.
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As the days get longer and spring arrives on the west coast, we’re delighted to welcome you back for a new season with Etive Boat Trips. This year feels like
February 2023 Chris, Helen and Joe are retiring! We would like to thank all our customers for their support and custom over the years. We have met some great people
That’s us out the water for the season – thanks to everyone who came out with us on the Etive Explorer this year. We had some great trips with lots
MV Etive Explorer departs from Dunstaffnage Marina offering boat trips up Loch Etive and the Firth of Lorn. See castles, wildlife and stunning scenery.
