Coastal Connection

Coastal Connection Coastal Connection offers a wide range of trips and services. 2hr Castles & Wildlife trip or Tobermory day trip. Private charter 2hr, half day, full day

The most popular trips are the 2hr Castles and Wildlife that leaves daily at 2pm. The Tobermory day trip takes in the local history and wildlife on the way and return journey. You have 3 hrs ashore to explore and have lunch. For a more tailored experience for a special occasion you can opt for the Private Charter. This can range from a 2hr trip, half day or full day. The private charter allows you

to see puffins, Staffa, Iona, Coll, Muck, Tobermory, Kingairloch, around Lismore. There are so many options available and the team will be delighted to advise on the best option.

InverlussaA couple of weeks ago the team were asked to go on a photo shoot for Inverlussa Marine Services. It was a very...
22/06/2026

Inverlussa

A couple of weeks ago the team were asked to go on a photo shoot for Inverlussa Marine Services. It was a very interesting charter to see the wide variety of vessels and the tasks they carry out. You are never too far away from one of their vessels. They managed to visit 4 of them in a few different locations near Mull. The crews were very hospitable too.

The Lady on the LinnheWorking away in the back ground is Lady Smith. Robbie keeps the pilots moving on and off the quarr...
20/06/2026

The Lady on the Linnhe

Working away in the back ground is Lady Smith. Robbie keeps the pilots moving on and off the quarry ships. The longer day light and calmer seas are always welcomed at this time of the year.

Photo taken by Lawrie Cerexhe

The CorryWhen the moon is right and the weather falls into place the Corryvreckan whirlpool runs hard. It is a very impr...
12/06/2026

The Corry

When the moon is right and the weather falls into place the Corryvreckan whirlpool runs hard. It is a very impressive sight and also the feeling of what Mother Nature can produce. Due to the topography of the seabed and the bottleneck between Scarba and Jura it produces such a phenomenon. The wildlife is abundant down there too, from seals to sea eagles. Always a memorable trip to the South.
Photo taken by LJ photography

GoldenWhen the guests spot a large bird in the sky, it is the usual suspect, a white-tailed sea eagle. But every once in...
10/06/2026

Golden

When the guests spot a large bird in the sky, it is the usual suspect, a white-tailed sea eagle. But every once in a while a Golden eagle is seen. Always amazing to see these birds. This one was seen in a very remote spot far from any houses or roads.

Venture Far Out to IslayStruan popped down to Islay for his annual whisky trips for Bunnahabhain distillery. He was work...
07/06/2026

Venture Far Out to Islay

Struan popped down to Islay for his annual whisky trips for Bunnahabhain distillery. He was working alongside Venture West as usual. It proved to be a busy day and all 3 boats were kept running non stop. Sunny day but there was a fresh breeze out of the sound.

Deep DiveStruan was way out West again recently. It took a wee while for a weather window but one did finally appear. A ...
04/06/2026

Deep Dive

Struan was way out West again recently. It took a wee while for a weather window but one did finally appear. A smooth run to the deep water to drop off a sea glider. After a few checks and test dives it was time to cruise home. A good number of common dolphins en route and some storm petrels. This particular sea glider called 'Talisker' was the first one Struan deployed in October 2009!

Sand and PuffinsCameron had some regulars out last week. The guests have been returning every year for more than 15 year...
02/06/2026

Sand and Puffins

Cameron had some regulars out last week. The guests have been returning every year for more than 15 years. Over the trips they have seen all sorts of local wildlife and all types of weather.
After a foggy start it cleared to a cracker of a day. Some of the guests went swimming before a picnic lunch. Then the afternoon they cruised down to see the puffins at Lunga.

The Fell RaceThe boys have popped down to Jura recently. They have been helping the Jura passenger ferry with extra capa...
29/05/2026

The Fell Race

The boys have popped down to Jura recently. They have been helping the Jura passenger ferry with extra capacity. There was a huge number of runners that gather for this Fell Race on Jura. The weather was ideal for the crossing and the race. Photo was taken from the NLV Pole Star.

Treshnish CorncrakeCameron was very fortunate to spot a corncrake on Lunga. Very elusive birds, so many times you just h...
27/05/2026

Treshnish Corncrake

Cameron was very fortunate to spot a corncrake on Lunga. Very elusive birds, so many times you just hear the call and seldom do you see them. Fortunately this one was darting about the blue bells and managed to get a snap. Incredible to think they travel up from sub-Sahara Africa.

BaggingOver the weekend the boys were kept busy stopping off at wee islands. The guests were ‘Island Bagging’ and some o...
19/05/2026

Bagging

Over the weekend the boys were kept busy stopping off at wee islands. The guests were ‘Island Bagging’ and some of them are easier to get to than others. There is a wide variety from the white sand beaches to shear rock islands. The weather and swell plays a big part too. 12 islands successfully landed and bagged over the 2 days.

Address

Oban Pier
Oban
PA345

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 8pm
Tuesday 8am - 8pm
Wednesday 8am - 8pm
Thursday 8am - 8pm
Friday 8am - 8pm
Saturday 8am - 8pm
Sunday 8am - 8pm

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+441631565833

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