More Exciting Activities near Kilcamb
Cycling
Cycling the mountain and hill trails here on Ardnamurchan is a must for adventure lovers who want to get out and about. Some of the trails take you to amazing places you would struggle to reach on foot. Wonderful scenery, fresh air and views to take your breath away...
For the Fit Ones - We can have your bikes waiting for you here at the hotel with maps and guides for all the interesting places you’ll want to see. Simply pre book with us a few days in advance of your arrival, giving us your height so that we can be sure to get the right bike “to fit” you.
For the less Fit Ones - We can now offer E-Bikes, (from April 2019) with a small motor offering a little help up the hills for those of us who are a little older or less able to cope with the ups and downs along our Highland roads and trails.
For all the information and prices, contact Tim at: http://www.sunartcycles.co.uk
Tim works closely with us and will deliver your bikes to Kilcamb Lodge for you. He has bikes of all sizes and for all the family. We will add the cost of your bike to your bill so you don’t even need to leave the hotel or make any arrangements, we will do it all for you. Simply pre book with us a few days in advance of your arrival, then simply leave the rest to us. All Bikes come fully insured, with helmet, tyre pump, spare inner tube, maps and trails and lock - all you have to do is jump on and head off for an unforgettable Ardnamurchan adventure.
Jacobite Steam Train
The morning service will run Mondays to Fridays (22nd April to 25th October 2019), and Saturdays & Sundays, (4th May to 29th September 2019). The afternoon service runs Monday to Friday (13th May to 29th September 2019).
Described as one of the top 10 great railway journeys of the world this 84 mile round trip takes you past a list of impressive extremes. Starting near the highest mountain in Britain, Ben Nevis, it visits Britain’s most westerly mainland railway station, Arisaig; passes close by the deepest freshwater loch in Britain, Loch Morar and the shortest river in Britain, River Morar, finally arriving next to the deepest seawater loch in Europe, Loch Nevis!
The train stops en route to Mallaig at the village of Glenfinnan and the amazinf and famous Viadict used in the Harry Potter filming. Beyond Glenfinnan are the beautiful villages of Lochailort, Arisaig, Morar and Mallaig. You may alight at Arisaig by request to the guard. From here, on a clear summer’s day, you can see the “Small Isles” of Rum, Eigg, Muck, Canna and the southern tip of Skye. The train continues on from here passing Morar and the silvery beaches used in the films “Highlander” and “Local Hero”. Once in Mallaig you have 2 hours to explore or simply enjoy a great seafood lunch before returning home in the afternoon.
All the information you need is here https://westcoastrailways.co.uk/jacobite/jacobite-steam-train-details.cfm?
Or let us know and we will book your ticket for this unforgettable and world famous trip.
THE JACOBITE STEAM TRAIN IS EXTREMELY POPULAR AND GETS BOOKED UP VERY QUICKLEY. REMEMBER TO BOOK EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT.
Mull, Tobermory and Iona
Iona
Is a tiny and beautiful Hebridean island off the west coast of Scotland, cradle of Christianity in Scotland, where in 563AD the Irish monk Columba (Columkille) established a monastic settlement that evangelised large parts of Scotland and the north of England and became an important centre of European Christianity. In the Middle Ages it became the site of a Benedictine abbey, and over the centuries it has attracted many thousands of people on their own pilgrim journeys.
Iona remains a centre for pilgrimage and tourism; the daily services of the Iona Community in the Abbey church and worship elsewhere on the island are open to all; many visitors come again and again. There is a year-round population of over 100; long-established island families as well as more recent arrivals, including those who work for the Iona Community in its centres as staff or volunteers. The abbey is now managed by Historic Scotland; the Iona Community remains in residence as a living, worshipping presence. The islanders, the Iona Community and Historic Scotland work together to maintain Iona as a place of welcome.
Mull
Tobermory is probably one of the most famous villages in Scotland, and now even in the world made famous by Balamory, the well known children’s program in the 90’s
Take the foot ferry from Kilchoan or cross via Lochaline for a great day out. Try Café Fish for seriously fresh seafood lunches – hand made chocolates – Hand made silver – Tobermory distillery plus a wee taster!! and of course boat trips. A great day out with or without the car.
Top 5 Beaches on Ardnamurchan and more...
Of all the walks on Ardnamurchan the Beach walk is by far the most popular. It is very hard to pick a favourite as there are so many stunningly beautiful white sandy beaches but here are just a few - all dog friendly (but please watch out for sheep & ground nesting birds) - and all stunningly beautiful beyond your wildest dreams - the only footprints in the sand will be yours so envelope yourself in the unsurpassed peace an beauty of this wild and wonderful area.
Dip your toes in the cold, crystal clear waters and don't forget to drag yourself away in time for dinner!
1) Ardtoe (photo) (No 3)
2) Camus nan Geall (No 5)
3) Singings Sands (6)
4) Portuaik to Sanna (8)
5 Sanna (9)
Click for further information and to find the location of all the above and more, including maps. https://www.moidart.com/beaches