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    Loch Ness by Jacobite

    4.2 (29 reviews)
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    Urquart Castle from the boat.
    Jason D.

    Great tour especially if you want to see the essentials but not necessarily commit your entire day. Our driver Michael was very professional and friendly. Especially enjoyed the longer return trip from the castle and seeing some of the small towns and the canal just outside Inverness. The coach and boat were both clean and felt high-end. Loved every minute.

    Bridget H.

    100% worth every penny! This was an excellent tour! We didn't spot Nessie, but we did get to see the military fly their planes over the boat! It was like Top Gun meets Loch Ness. It felt like we were in a movie! The boat gets up close to the Urqhart Castle and you are able to get off the boat to see the castle if you would like. Note, you would have to pay more to go into the castle after you were to get off the boat. I did not get off the boat to see the castle. You can easily get all the pictures you want from the boat. There is a small concession area on the boat if you would like a tea or coffee. They even have a small variety of alcohol if you want to partake. You can sit outside or inside the boat. There is a narrator talking during the tour that tells about Loch Ness and the history. There is a nice gift shop back where the boat docks with clean and spacious bathrooms as well. This was an excellent tour, and well worth the money spent!

    On the look out for Nessie, while taking in the sights!
    Kyle O.

    I cannot give this boat tour high enough praise! I greatly enjoyed my boat journey on Loch Ness. It was beautiful, calm, and relaxing. I really enjoyed the sights! It 's not every day you get to travel by boat and see an ancient castle! I also enjoyed how they played audio clips that gave a history of the area, shared stories of "Nessie", and even gave a sample of the local music vibes. If you are a big fan of Loch Ness Monster lore, then you'll especially enjoy this tour, as the boats are equip with sonar gear that you can watch throughout the boat ride to see if you can spot anything under the water! I would not hesitate to do this tour again. It was a perfect way to end a day; and I am so so glad I did the tour!

    Mike M.

    Took a two hour cruise on Loch Ness. New boat, clean restrooms, live narration, and snacks/beverages available onboard. Lots of people, but not overly crowded. Delightful!

    Marie M.

    This was a great way to see Loch Ness. We took the two-Hour cruise. The narrator was knowledgeable and fun-leading is in some traditional songs at the end of the cruise. The sights are mostly the loch, with a few bonuses thrown in like the site of a downed bomber and Urqhuart Castle. This was not a hunt-for-Nessie type cruise. Ample seating upstairs and downstairs inside. Light snacks and beverages available for purchase. Lots of parking, and a very easy and short drive from the heart of Inverness. Excellent gift shop and small cafe. Recommend!

    Trina D.

    I was really excited to find out that we were going on a cruise on Loch Ness. Our Contiki tour included this as one of our included excursions so it was already part of our package. The cruise started at 10 am which was a bit early for us but we definitely beat the rush. We boarded the Jacobite Warrior. It was overcast but the water was calm. We enjoyed the beautiful scenery which included views of Urquhart Castle and the surrounding Highlands. There was a prerecorded audio tour coming from the speakers inside the covered cabin. If you don't want to be out in the cold wind, the covered cabin is heated with plenty of comfortable seating. They also had a cool menu of snacks and drinks on board. Prices vary depending on time on the water but it's worth it if you're already visiting in the area. Call ahead for group rates or book online.

    Loch Ness but no Nessie yet
    Randy S.

    Best way by far to experience Loch Ness. £19 well worth it! Good narrator, comfortable environment Just a fun way to spend a couple hours in Scotland.

    Jacobite Queen
    Jackie V.

    For any of you who are heading to Scotland and will be making the trek up to Inverness, consider signing up for one of these day cruises. Jacobite offers several different touring packages that vary in length and type of transportation (want to take a boat? a motor coach? both? guess what -- you can!) We took the "Sensation" tour; it was a 3-hour boat cruise up Loch Ness with a stop at Urquhart Castle and then a bus ride back to town. The boat ride itself was fun -- a few hours in we were treated to an impromptu whiskey tasting (yeah, try downing 3 reserve's and a single malt before touring around the castle....) by one of the Chivas Regal distributors, which was an excellent surprise. If you're a student, the bonuses get even better as they offer a decent discount. Sadly, no Nessie sightings ;) Maybe next time...

    Castle from tour boat
    Amy G.

    We absolutely loved our Loch Ness tour! I was worried that 4 hours would be a bit long, but it honestly flew by. Our guide, Alun, was super nice and funny, and made the experience a total blast. Would recommend to anyone who wants to see Loch Ness, Urquhart Castle, and learn more about the history and legends of the area.

    Sterling E.

    A boat cruise on the Lochness river to find Nessie and tour a castle afterwards?? Great great great entertainment. Lots of choices to choose from depending on how much time you have during the day! Rain's alot so don't forget your umbrella!

    The lower deck of the Jacobite Warrior

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