Book Cowal Cruises tickets & explore the Kyles of Bute from Tighnabruaich
- Boat tours and fishing trips on the stunning Kyles of Bute, running spring and summer (April–October)
- Departures from the Pontoon in the centre of Tighnabruaich, next to the RNLI Station
- Choose from a scenic Kyles of Bute cruise, a longer Inchmarnock/Extended Kyles cruise, or a family-friendly fishing trip
- Local history, scenery and wildlife are a big part of every trip
- Small-boat experience with a maximum passenger capacity of 10
- Don’t miss out — book online now and secure your place on the water!
Cowal Cruises: Boat Trips & Experiences
- Kyles of Bute Cruise (1hr 30min): Cruise Loch Riddon and the narrows, taking in Tighnabruaich and Colintraive, with stories from Norse influence to Iron Age forts.
- Inchmarnock or Extended Kyles Cruise (2hr 30min): Weather-permitting, head towards the west coast of Bute and Inchmarnock, or take an alternative “Extended Kyles” route if conditions don’t allow.
- Kyles Fishing Trip (1hr 30min): Try boat angling in the Kyles for mackerel or pollock — rods and tackle supplied.
Scenic sea lochs, local stories & a true Argyll welcome — all from the village pontoon
Cowal Cruises is based in Tighnabruaich on the shores of the Kyles of Bute, in Argyll. From April to October, you can hop aboard for short boat trips that bring the landscape to life — from peaceful sea-loch scenery to fascinating local history and wildlife-spotting along the way.
Whether you’re after an easy, family-friendly cruise or you want to try your hand at fishing from a boat, Cowal Cruises keeps it simple: small groups, a beautiful route, and an authentic day out on Argyll’s Secret Coast.
Please note: Trips are subject to local weather conditions and may be cancelled at short notice.