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Welcome to Aurora’s Wild Scotland expedition.  

Discover the wild isles of Scotland, from the windswept Hebrides, inhabited for over 8,000 years, to the verdant Orkney Islands, where ancient Neolithic and Viking sites conjure images of civilisations long gone. Zodiac-cruise past sea-sculpted coastlines watching for dolphins, seals, and photograph seabirds in one of Europe’s largest seabird colonies. Visit charming villages, meet the friendly locals and maybe even sample a wee dram of Scotland’s finest. 

Highlights

Visit Britain’s highest sea cliffs at the UNESCO World Heritage-listed St Kilda
Discover the Shetland Islands and their fascinating history in Jarlshof, one of the most spectacular excavated Neolithic sites in the British Isles
Explore the restored 6th century abbey in Iona, one of Scotland's oldest and most sacred Christian pilgrimage sites
Spot Golden and White-Tailed Eagles, Red Throated Divers, stonechats, seals, dolphins and porpoises on the Isle of Eiig
Explore wild cliffs, sea stacks and caves by Zodiac
Immerse yourself in the raw natural beauty Scotland’s landscapes and hike the awe-inspiring remote and rugged islands, visited by few adventurous souls
Mingle and enjoy a few drinks at the local pub in Papa Westray, while listening to the captivating melodies and infectious rhythms of a lively Scottish dance and folk ensemble

Itinerary

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Meet our Expert Team

Each voyage is accompanied by our highly acclaimed expedition team who we believe are the best in the business. Many are recognized leaders in their fields, keen to share their daily insights on shore and onboard. While your actual team may vary between voyages, every member of our Expedition Team is among the world's best remote area specialists.

Included Activities

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Bird Watching
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Lectures on wildlife, our environment, history and destinations
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Marine Mammal Spotting
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Photography
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Scenic Cruising
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Trips Ashore
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Walking
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Zodiac Cruising

Add-on Activities

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Our Ships

The Greg Mortimer

Capacity
148 Passengers Maximum (130 on Expedition)
Year built
2019
Cabins
76
Length
104m
Decks
8
Speed
10-12 Knots

The Sylvia Earle

Capacity
130 Passengers Maximum
Year built
2022
Cabins
71
Length
104 m
Decks
8
Speed
10-12 knots