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Dolphin Trips Avoch
Dolphin Trips Avoch operate out of Avoch harbour. The boat is named Corbiere and can comfortably carry up to 12 passengers. It has a waterjet engine which means it has no moving parts under the water and is therefore ideal for wildlife watching. With an excellent power to weight ratio it leaves a very small carbon footprint.
Where to find Dolphin Trips Avoch
The dolphin boat sets sail from Avoch Harbour which is fairly close to Chanonry Point (approximately 3 miles). Although sightings can’t be guaranteed, there are regular sightings of seals, red kites, and bottlenose dolphins!
Avoch is an old fishing village situated north of Inverness over the Kessock Bridge on the Black Isle. The name Avoch is pronounced "och" meaning the A and V are silent!
Dolphin Trips Avoch, Harbour Office, Pierhead, Avoch IV9 8PT website
The dolphin boat sets sail from Avoch Harbour which is fairly close to Chanonry Point (approximately 3 miles). Although sightings can’t be guaranteed, there are regular sightings of seals, red kites, and bottlenose dolphins!
Avoch is an old fishing village situated north of Inverness over the Kessock Bridge on the Black Isle. The name Avoch is pronounced "och" meaning the A and V are silent!
Dolphin Trips Avoch, Harbour Office, Pierhead, Avoch IV9 8PT website
Dolphin Trips Avoch: Reviews mention the boat "Corbiere" which is comfortable and well-suited for wildlife watching. It has a waterjet engine that is safe for marine life and accommodates up to 12 passengers. The knowledgeable skipper adds to the experience as he searches for wildlife. Seals, red kites, sea birds and dolphins are all regularly spotted! See Tripadvisor Reviews
North of Inverness you will find Dolphin Trips Avoch. Further into the Black Isle in Cromarty you will find Ecoventures who operate a Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB). On the outskirts of Inverness you will find Dolphin Spirit - they operate a boat and the Mischief RIB both departing from Inverness Marina. East of Inverness in Findhorn you will find North 58 and in Lossie you will find North 58 Lossiemouth - Both are RIB trips. Findhorn and Lossiemouth are in the Moray & Speyside area. Go to Wildlife & Dolphin Trip Boats
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Things to do and see in Avoch, Fortrose and Rosemarkie
Taking a boat trip to see the Moray Firth Dolphins is definitely one of the highlights for many visitors to Avoch however, the village itself is not too far from Fortrose, near Chanonry Point.
The striking ruins of Fortrose Cathedral are well worth a visit. This 13th-century cathedral is one of the most important historical sites on the Black Isle and is now looked after by Historic Environment Scotland. It’s free to visit.
Groam House is situated in Rosemarkie and houses a great collection of Pictish stones including the Rosemarkie Stone which was carved the 8th century and depicts both Pictish and Christian elements.
And of course, Fortrose is where you will find Chanonry Point where the bottle nose dolphins of the Moray Firth are regularly spotted. Take a dolphin boat trip or discover more things to do near the Moray Firth.
Taking a boat trip to see the Moray Firth Dolphins is definitely one of the highlights for many visitors to Avoch however, the village itself is not too far from Fortrose, near Chanonry Point.
The striking ruins of Fortrose Cathedral are well worth a visit. This 13th-century cathedral is one of the most important historical sites on the Black Isle and is now looked after by Historic Environment Scotland. It’s free to visit.
Groam House is situated in Rosemarkie and houses a great collection of Pictish stones including the Rosemarkie Stone which was carved the 8th century and depicts both Pictish and Christian elements.
And of course, Fortrose is where you will find Chanonry Point where the bottle nose dolphins of the Moray Firth are regularly spotted. Take a dolphin boat trip or discover more things to do near the Moray Firth.
Accommodation in Avoch, Fortrose and Rosemarkie
Accommodation options are very limited in Avoch and even wider afield. Some local accommodation can be found in nearby Fortose. This happens to be near Chanonry Point so it’s an ideal location for land based dolphin watching at Chanonry Point.
Fortrose Bay Campsite is a popular location, and an ideal place to stay for some dolphin watching. The site caters for tents, touring caravans and motor homes. Bed and Breakfast accommodation includes Hillhaven B&B in Fortrose Village.
Many tourists choose to stay in Inverness where there is a wide selection of hotels, B&B and self-catering accommodation.
You might also be interested in:
- Dolphin & Wildlife Boat Trips Page
- The Inverness Guidebook 2023 is now available FREE with Kindle Unlimited. Details in the shop
- Hotels in the Inverness and inner Moray Firth area
- Self catering accommodation in the Moray Firth area
- Land based dolphin spotting locations on the Moray Firth
- Chanonry Point location details
- Things to do in the Moray Firth
Where next?
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