Example Days
We work with our guests to fit in days to suit you, but here are some examples of our days out looking at Landscapes and Wildlife.
The West is quieter than some of the mainland so is perfect for Wildlife watching. We will visit the Sandness area looking for Otters, Waders, Hares and Divers.
Stop offs may include, Melby, Skeld Peninsular, Burrastow, Bridge of Walls, Norby, Bousta, West Burrafirth, Sand and Da Gairdins, Staneydale and Walls
In the summer months there may be time to stroll down to Watsness beach. This is also a good area for Night sky and Aurora watching which we will also aim for.
At certain times of the year, and dependent on the weather, a trip to Unst is a possibility for an exceptional visit to Hermaness. During the early Summer it is an amazing place to visit for Puffins and Gannets with stunning views.
We will also check out the areas around Baltasound with a quick stop at Muness Castle, Uyeasound, Norwick, Skaw and Westing Beach. As we drive past the Viking Ship near Haroldswick we will stop for a few minutes for a look.
This area encompasses the areas of Aith, Voe, Brae, Lunna and the Nesting Peninsular. Michael's Wood, Sullom Wood and Brae Community Wood which are all good for migrants.
Around Lunna can be good for otters and occasionally Orca with the harbour at Vidlin often being a good spot for Razorbills and sometimes puffins. In the summer Arctic Terns nest around this area.
This is a popular area to visit due to the stark but beautiful landscapes. From the drive there under the summit of Ronas Hill to a walk along the cliff tops at Eshaness lighthouse there is plenty to see. The pools at the top by the lighthouse often have good numbers of waders and this can be a good area to pick up Orca and other cetaceans. If its a bit o a rough day the hardy amoung us may wish to walk down to the blow hole
The beach at Stenness is also good for a quick stop to have a look for banded agate with a spectacular view of Dore Holm and the Stacks
This is a popular area to visit due to the stark but beautiful landscapes. From the drive there under the summit of Ronas Hill to a walk along the cliff tops at Eshaness lighthouse there is plenty to see. The pools at the top by the lighthouse often have good numbers of waders and this can be a good area to pick up Orca and other cetaceans. If its a bit o a rough day the hardy amoung us may wish to walk down to the blow hole
The beach at Stenness is also good for a quick stop to have a look for banded agate with a spectacular view of Dore Holm and the Stacks
Close to Lerwick but offering beautiful scenery and a huge natural harbour at Scalloway, this is a great area to check out for Eider, Black Guillimot and otter. The beaches here are beautiful and there are some lochs to check out for wildlife.
We will check out the harbour at Bridge End and the Loch at Papil. The view over to Wester Quarff from here is beautiful and dramatic.
Having seen it from Tondra, we can actually visit Wester Quarff and look for migrants as well as a stop at the beach at Gulberwick.
During the Summer, Sumburgh is a must for Puffins, Guillimots, Razorbills and Skuas but the rest of the year is good too - for migrants and winter visitors.
This area is well watched for orca and other cetaceans so we will keep our eyes open and ears to the ground in the hopes of catching them here
The area is packed full of stops for both gorgeous landscapes, such as the amazing beach at West Voe and the tiny pool at Grutness that has been visited by many rare, and photogenic migrants. Quendale, just a bit further North is also a migrant hotspot and the Loch at Clumlie often hosts Red throated Divers and Skuas.
Another stunning area of the South Mainland. Photographic opportunities overlooking St Ninians Tombola and the glorious beach at Scousburgh by the RSPB reserve at Spiggie Loch. This is a good spot to Watch Seals playing in the surf and watch Whooper Swans on the Loch.
Onwards to Sandwick and Hoswick which has a lovely walk along the burn for spring migrants. A bit further up the coast at Leebitton there are often purple sandpipers on the beach