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Caledonian Canal and Loch Ness: Scenic Water Tour
4.7
853 Ratings
Dochgarroch
Explore the captivating allure of the Caledonian Canal and Loch Ness, while admiring the vista of Urquhart Castle from the waterway.
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:
24 hours
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.
- 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
- On-board live commentary
What's Not Included
- Drinks (available to purchase)
- Food and drinks (snacks available to purchase)
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- 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 left 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.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.7
(853 Ratings)
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Auroraw996
Feb 15, 2025
Wonderful trip! - Wonderful trip and worth the money! Extremely helpful from start to finish, as was travelling with disabled children and friends which made a large group which they helped get us booked!!
Easy parking - all flat and easy access for those with mobility issues
The boat was well equipped. warm (it was -4 at the time) and clean. No matter where you sat you had an amazing view! cafe on board had lovely varity.
Boat has sonar which you can watch!
The tour guide was so knowledgeable and friendly!! Was he highlight of our holiday and ticked off a bucket list item!!
100% recommend to anyone of all ages!!
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Anthonyg1814
Feb 7, 2025
Excellent cruise and guide of Loch Ness. - Fantastic cruise and guide, highly recommended. Only had to drive to the top of the loch which was handy as we were coming from Inverness direction. Could have got off at Urquhart castle but we stayed on for the round trip as we had a flight that afternoon. Really nice thing to do on the final day, all the staff were very friendly, the man doing the commentary even went round to speak to people and ask if they had any questions (no idea if they do this when it’s busier), toilets and coffee shop on board all to a very high standard. Would definitely do again.
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Martinlu6555as
Feb 6, 2025
Really enjoyable trip - Really enjoyed the cruise. Staff were very friendly with an excellent guide. Would definitely recommend if you are in the area to give this a go you won't be disappointed.
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Lorraine_w
Feb 4, 2025
Loch Ness 2 hour cruise. - This was really good. Our host Peter was amazing, really knowledgeable and very polite, helpful and looked after us very well. Highly recommend this trip out into the beautiful Loch Ness.
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Voyage25499666808
Jan 28, 2025
Fantastic experience - A very atmospheric cruise on a cold and misty Loch Ness - amazing and ethereal! We loved every minute of it. Thanks for the fantastic experience to all the crew, especially Ronan and Peter, but all the others whose names I didn't catch. See you again soon we hope! PS - The whisky hot choc is to die for.
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Kevin_r
Jan 27, 2025
The crew are absolutely... - The crew are absolutely great,very accommodating and made the trip fantastic in every possible way..
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Les_f
Jan 27, 2025
Amazing experience and staff - The views from the Loch are amazing. The boat was clean and comfortable with very friendly and welcoming staff. Peter was especially nice and very welcoming and chatty
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Anonymous
Jan 13, 2025
Amazing tour with great staff - Great experience beautiful views friendly service and great staff polite informative.
Great way to explore highlands in different way understand the history behind the views.
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George_c
Jan 9, 2025
Great Little Cruise - Great views of Loch Ness and interesting commentary with trivia about the Loch's history and legends,
The only thing missing was a sighting of Nessie
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Janine_m
Jan 6, 2025
Wonderful day out - Commentators stories, history, and the fantastic views made the day out. The boat was also dog friendly so our furry friends joined us.
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