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Book Jacobite Cruises for some of the best sightseeing trips in the Loch Ness
Brimming with history and tales of the world's shyest monster, the Loch Ness is home to castles, monuments and the finest of Scotland's scenery. Board Jacobite Cruises and experience the greatest sightseeing trips in Scotland - you have to sail it to believe it...
Experience the mysterious Loch Ness with Jacobite Cruises
Look for the Loch Ness monster, see the sights from the wonderful waters and spot the captivating castle on the waters edge... Jacobite's Contemplation Cruise has so much to offer:
- Follow Queen Victoria's famous footsteps in the Scottish Highlands Caledonian Canal
- Join a knowledgeable and expert on-hand tour guide to answer all questions
- Board at Dochgarroch - just 4 miles outside of Inverness
- Experience a breathtaking journey along the Caledonian Canal
- Sail the unforgettable seas of the Loch Ness - can you spot Nessie?
- Enjoy the stunning scenery and greenery of the Great Glen
- Take in unrivalled, panoramic views of Aldourie Castle, Bona Lighthouse and Urquhart Castle
- Hear about the colourful history of the world's most famous Loch
- Learn about the crash site of a World War II Wellington Bomber
- And of course, soak up stories of the world's shyest monster!
Unveil the mythical and legendary Loch Ness and search for the elusive Nessie as you embark on a mysterious voyage with Jacobite Cruises!
Go sightseeing in the Scottish Highlands with Jacobite Cruises
About your Contemplation Cruise:
- Boarding Point: Dochgarroch
- Recommended Arrival Time: 15 minutes prior to departure
- Duration: Two hours
- Further Instructions: Check in with your name and receive the Yellow Round Trip boarding card. Keep the card in an accessible place. Follow safety instructions and board the vessel.
- Please note: Passengers with Yellow Round Trip boarding cards do not disembark at Urquhart Castle.
Book Jacobite Cruises tickets now for one of the best Loch Ness tours in Scotland!
How to find us
The departure points for Jacobite Cruises vary. Please check your selected tour and ensure you attend the correct meeting location.
- Clansman Harbour: IV3 8AU
- Dochgarroch Lock: IV3 8JG
- Inverness Bus Station: IV1 1LT
- Toilets
- Food and drink onboard
- Open, covered and heated seating areas
- Dog-friendly
- WiFi
- Cruises from Dochgarroch Loch are wheelchair accessible and suitable for anyone with limited mobility.
- Jacobite Cruises that depart from Dochgarroch are suitable for wheelchair users and people with restricted mobility, and the Jacobite Maverick provides disabled toilets on-board.
- Cruises departing from Clansman Harbour are not suitable for wheelchair users, as disembarking at Urquhart Castle is not possible.
- Jacobite Cruises welcome dogs on board, however they must be booked on at the checkout (free of charge).
- There is a maximum of 5 dogs allowed per cruise.
- Please note that there can be more than one tour on each boat and there is no guarantee that there will be no dogs on board at your time of sailing.
Jacobite Cruises serve a selection of Scottish produce on the vessel!
- Hot and cold drinks
- Light snacks
- Wee dram
- Parking is available for free at the Clansman Hotel.
- Parking is available for free at Dochgarroch Locks.
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