Glenfinnan Historic Cruise and Wildlife Spotting

Cruise through history and modern culture all at the same time! Harry Potter and historic monuments, you will learn about them both. Loch Shiel has featured in many films, Highlander in the 80s and now Harry Potter has brought it worldwide fame. This cruise can also be great for spotting Golden eagles up above the mountains, red deer on the hill sides and other water birds such as the Black Throated Diver (Loon).
Glenaladale is a beautiful glen, secluded from the busy world. It is an area famous for being a home of the MacDonald clan, for centuries the MacDonalds worked the land and lived here but later were forced to leave for new starts further afield. The glen still attracts people visiting the home of their ancestors from all over the world.

There is a toilet on board and a well stocked bar with malt whiskies as well as a good selection of wine, spirits, soft drinks, snacks and hot drinks.

Please park at the main Glenfinnan car park and walk down to the jetty if possible.

Meeting Point

Loch Shiel Cruises

The Pier, Slatach, Glenfinnan PH37 4LT, UK

Parking at Glenfinnan House Hotel, then a short walk past the hotel's front door along a shoreside path to the jetty. People with low mobility can be dropped directly at the jetty and the car parked back at the hotel.

What to expect:

Duration: 2 hours

Glenfinnan Viaduct

Glenfinnan Lodge A830 Rd, , Glenfinnan, PH37 4LT

Watch the Jacobite Express or as its better known these days: "Hogwarts Express" crossing the famous viaduct from the comfort of our classic boat. Listen out for the whistle blows! Our guide will tell you about the viaduct, the history and a little about Mr Potter and his friends if you don't already know!

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Glenfinnan Monument

NTS Visitor Centre, A830, Glenfinnan, PH37 4LT

See the Glenfinnan Monument from the waterside whilst hearing about why it is there and learning about the historically significant event it commemorates.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

St. Mary & Saint Finnan Catholic Church

Glenfinnan, PH37 4LT

See the church from the water, learn about its history and the steeple that never made it to the top of the church!

5 minutes