Hebridean Explorer is a 50ft
fibre glass ex-survey vessel built in 1988 in
the UK and fitted out in Italy. She has been
delivered from the Mediterrean to Tobermory. She
has undergone a full survey and refit and is a
British registered commercial vessel. Hebridean
Explorer has the benefit of twin Mercedes
engines and all the latest technology,
navigation and safety equipment. Considering her
size and deck area, she could accommodate twice
as many passengers, but our aim is to provide a
comfortable and enjoyable experience for each
passenger so there is plenty of space to walk
around and enjoy the cruise.
Hebridean Explorer is
skippered by Grant Carmichael, who holds a
British professional Boat Masters Licence. He is
Tobermory born and bred and has an intimate
knowledge of the local area, having worked
previously for many years operating vessels in
the Sound of Mull on aquaculture work. He is
supported by a dedicated Wildlife Guide who will
be able to help you with any questions you may
have on the local geography and wildlife.
Full Day & Half Day Cruises
Hebridean
Explorer is moored in Tobermory harbour just off the Calmac
pier (where Tobermory Tourist Office is located). You will be
taken to the boat by our large and comfortable tender. Once
onboard Hebridean Explorer you will be introduced to
the crew and given brief safety instructions followed by a
description of your route with places of interest to look out
for along the way. We have maps onboard for your use. Our
enthusiastic crew are there to point out the wildlife and
landmarks to you and to answer your questions.
Cruises will be
varied at the discretion of the skipper to maximise potential
marine wildlife sightings and to take advantage of the calmest
sea conditions on the day. Cruises will be motored, part sailed
or fully sailed according to prevailing wind and tidal
conditions
We We Cruise out into the open sea as where there
is plenty of wildlife all around us here out of the
sheltered waters of the Sound where we can take you to open Seas
around Coll , Muck Trishnish Isles and even Tiree all tirps are
weather and sea dependant e calmeast seas.We will aim for
maximum wildlife for the trips basking shark, porpoises,
are regularly sighted and occaisionally Minke whales, dolphins, here from the decks of
Hebridean Explorer. And, of course, not forgetting the
soaring seabirds, gannets, guillemots and many many more.
We work in association with the
Hebridean Whale and Dolphin Trust to report and
record wildlife sightings and are accredited
members of W.I.S.E., and therefore committed to
best marine observation
Half Day Cruise
Trips depart Tuesday, Thursday &
Saturdays from Tobermory
pontoon at 10 am & 2pm for a 3 hour cruise
£35 Adults £28
Children (10-16 years of age no dogs)
Available on a demand
basis please call to reserve your
place
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Private &
Commercial boat charters
Hebridean Explorer is the ideal charter boat
with which to explore the Sound of Mull, Coll, Tiree, Muck, Rum, Canna
or further afield, with our 8 birth live
aboard capabilities we can create a charter
to cater for your needs.
Alternatively why not team up with some
friends and tell us where you'd like to go.
Perhaps a cruise round the coast of Mull, a
foray into Loch Sunart, a visit to Staffa
and Fingal's Cave or a mission to spot
whales round the Cairns of Coll where you
could enjoy lunch on one of the fabulous
beaches. Or simply hire us to do your own
wildlife trip.
Cruising or diving - we have a charter to
suit you.
