Caledonian Canal and Loch Ness: Scenic Water Tour

Explore the captivating allure of the Caledonian Canal and Loch Ness, while admiring the vista of Urquhart Castle from the waterway.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Loch Ness by Jacobite - Dochgarroch Lock - Departing from Doochgarroch Lock, our 2hr Contemplation Cruise takes in the made made part of the Caledonian Canal, sailing into the deepest waters of Loch Ness, pass Urquhart Castle before making her return.
  • Loch Ness - Our friendly team will be with you on board to answer any questions you may have.
What's Included
  • On-board live commentary
What's Not Included
  • Drinks (available to purchase)
  • Food and drinks (snacks available to purchase)
  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Location
Loch Ness by Jacobite - Dochgarroch Lock
Dochgarroch Cottages
Turn left at Dochgarroch Lock, by the large orange-coloured building. There is a car park on your immediate right once turning in, please park there and walk down to the Canal where the boat is berthed.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Chandra_b
Sep 30, 2024
Great tour - This was a great cruise! Very beautiful views with a fun and knowledgeable crew. I would recommend it!!
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Venture43087876697
Sep 29, 2024
Excellent Views Of Loch Ness & To Notch Staff! - The views were amazing, our historian for the day was a gentleman called John who epitomised the definition of passionate when it came to local history. All the staff from start to finish were excellent and pleasant, food and drinks served on board and clean. If you get the experience I can’t recommend this enough, pass on my credit to John and the team from Thursday’s trip!
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Seonc677
Sep 29, 2024
Forget the Commentary - Really nice cruise, good valueGreat scenery and friendly, helpful staff. The only thing that spoiled it was the guy with the microphone. It was really difficult to make out much of what he said. He didn't known much about the history, got dates wrong, laughed nervously at his own jokes and mispronounced the names of places. It was clumsy and amateurish. All he really did was make a very intrusive noise that spoiled our enjoyment of the cruise. It would be better to forget the commentary altogether.
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Sarahandy88
Sep 28, 2024
Loch ness cruise with jacobite - Awesome cruise from dochgarroch to Urquhart castle and back. The views were amazing all along loch ness and the crew were friendly and helpful. John was informative and funny which made the trip even better. Highly recommend.
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840nigelm
Sep 25, 2024
Highly recommended experience - Very easy to book and great instructions of were to go there was plenty of free parking at the venue, Very helpful staff letting us change our time of cruise which was a great help. The cruise itself was excellent with great commentary, nice inside area to buy reasonably priced drinks and snacks. Spectacular views of Loch Ness Would definitely recommend
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Lindapl5819rq
Sep 25, 2024
Great Relaxing 2 Hours - A great relaxing 2 hours spent on a cruise the Loch Ness. We chose to sit inside since it was a bit chilly out. Glad we did, got coffee and hot chocolate and enjoyed the scenery in comfort looking out from the huge windows. The table was designed with an inlaid map of the Loch and what we were going to see really great! At times we went outside to take photos and then back to the comfort of our seats. The speaker was awesome, gave some great information and insight throughout the cruise. Got alot out of it. We turned around at Urquart Castle where some people disembarked, they were on a tour. The views of Urquart Castle from the boat was stunning. A great way to spend 2 hours!!!
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O6376uselainen
Sep 22, 2024
Jacobite cruise - Jacobite staff were all friendly and accommodating, esp Michelle who switch our cruise because of road troubles. Informative cruise.
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179norah
Sep 21, 2024
Wonderful. - We really enjoyed our Jacobite Cruise. Very efficient and friendly staff. Interesting and informative stories from the guide throughout the trip. Very comfortable and relaxing 2 hours. Beautiful scenery. Great restaurant and shop nearby and plenty of parking space also..
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T4356nckayleighm
Sep 21, 2024
Stunning - Excellent trip! Dog friendly! Also excellent customer service! I was sick and unable to make the first booking it was transfers not issue. So glad I didn’t miss out on this!
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Marilyn_h
Sep 29, 2024
Majesty of the Loch - Luckily we had sunny weather and very calm water. Cruise enabled us to appreciate the sheer size and depth of the Loch. The Caledonian canal was different again. The surrounding scenery was beautiful.
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