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Description
On Handa Island you will have the possibility to easily see Lomvie, Alk, Mallemuk, Lunde, Storkjove and the Almindelig Kjove which nest on the island and many other birds! It is an island where no one lives and it is staying wild. There are pedestrian paths to follow and which allow you to take a nice tour. You have breathtaking views of a live seabird colonies. The best time is April to July for the reproduction of seabirds. Mid-May to July for Lunde. Watch out for the Storkjove attacks!
Details
Access
You can only reach the island in a small inflatable boat. You must first go to the small port of Tarbet, there is a small car park to park the car. There is also a cafe / restaurant on this parking site and toilets. Take food with you, because on Handa Island, there is only a picnic place. The walking route on the island that is shown on the map below is about 6 km long.
Terrain and Habitat
Sea , Grassland , Canyon/cliff , BeachConditions
Flat , Open landscape , No shadowCircular trail
YesIs a telescope useful?
Can be usefulGood birding season
All year roundBest time to visit
Summer , SpringRoute
Narrow trail , Wide pathDifficulty walking trail
EasyAccessible by
FootBirdwatching hide / platform
NoExtra info
One-way crossings from Monday to Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. - Last return from the island at 5:00 p.m. Adult £ 20, child £ 5, child under 5 free. Handa Island is a short ferry ride from the Tarbet exit 3 miles north of Scourie on the A 894, the beautiful west coast road from Ullapool to Durness (then the junction 3 miles from the pier). There are toilets but no place to eat, only take a picnic and leave with very, very little shelter. So bring clothes adapted to the weather. Donate a little money to support the association that manages this unique site! Thank you.