Hebridean Princess, St Kilda and Western Isles Wildlife ex Oban Return

7 Night Cruise sailing from Oban roundtrip aboard Hebridean Princess.

World Heritage and Nature & Wildlife interest cruise.

As the remotest part of the British Isles, St Kilda forms the most important seabird breeding site in northwest Europe. With cliffs, sea stacks and grassy slopes, the islands are ideally suited to nesting birds. Embark on a voyage of discovery, in the company of an expert naturalist, to share their passion for the natural world.

Local boats take us to Lunga, where Atlantic grey seals and puffins are abundant. Binoculars at the ready as we sail to Wester Ross, on the lookout for cetaceans. The dramatic cliffs of Handa island provide an important breeding ground for tens of thousands of seabirds each summer.

Uncover the secrets of ancient history at the prehistoric standing stones of Callanish and the well-preserved Carloway Broch. The area around the Butt of Lewis is a stunning, nature lover's paradise which attracts a large variety of birds and marine wildlife.

Venturing to St Kilda we cruise the awe-inspiring bird cliffs and sea stacks, ahead of anchoring in Village Bay. Weather permitting, we land on Hirta to explore the abandoned 19th century village where the indigenous Soay sheep roam.

At the Balranald RSPB Reserve on North Uist, sweeping sandy beaches and wildflower-rich grassland are home to corncrakes and lapwing. Cruise the dramatic cliffs of the Shiant Isles to witness the myriad breeding seabirds which nest there.

We land on Kilmory beach and go in search of the Rum's red deer population, many of which have been the subject of a decades long study of their evolution. Known as 'eagle island. Mull is home to white-tailed sea eagles and golden eagles, and we go in search of these magnificent birds of prey.

Hebridean Princess is Hebridean's original vessel. Specially commissioned in 1965 for the waters of the rugged west coast of Scotland, she commenced sailing under the Hebridean Island Cruises' flag after a full refit in 1989, establishing a unique and unusual style of cruising.

Beautifully decorated in the finest quality furnishings, her relaxed, floating country house party atmosphere and impeccable service from a warm, welcoming and friendly crew have earned her an unrivalled reputation. From the starboard Conservatory to the cosy Look Out Lounge; from the luxurious Tiree Lounge to the peaceful Library or the quiet of the teak Skye Deck - the comfort of Hebridean Princess is home but better!

Just 49 guests are cared for by around 38 crew as she sails perhaps the most beautiful coastline of northern Europe, Scotland's Western Isles.

Hebridean Island Cruises has been setting the benchmark for luxury cruising since 1989. Featuring some of the finest Privately Escorted Tours, our small, five star luxury cruise ship – Hebridean Princess – affords our guests the highest standards of luxury cruise ship accommodation, together with a level of service from an almost forgotten era.

Each all-inclusive cruise is carefully planned by our own highly experienced researchers, whose brief is to capture the cultural essence and historical significance of each port of call.

Hebridean Princess, the small cruise ship which re-introduced the ‘Golden Age of Cruising’ nineteen years ago, will show you the dramatic coast of Scotland and the Western Isles and Norway from the best possible vantage point.

Outstanding service, fine cuisine, unusually spacious cabins and some of the most elegant public rooms afloat, the Hebridean Experience offers you the most relaxing luxury holiday you could wish for. An all-inclusive tariff, the very best in personal service, and some of the finest Privately Escorted Tours all tailored to be as individual as you are.