Where can I see wildlife on Orkney?
The best wildlife experiences in Orkney
- Marwick Head. For decades, this promontory has been spoken of in hallowed tones on account of its magnificent seabird colonies; it is the RSPB’s flagship reserve on Orkney.
- Mull Head.
- North Ronaldsay.
- Hoy.
- Eday.
- Sanday.
- Papa Westray.
Are there otters on Orkney?
Otters? The Brig O’ Waithe (pictured above) is one of the few places where otters are regularly seen in Orkney. The Brig O’ Waithe is a sea inlet about two miles outside Stromness on the Stromness to Kirkwall road.
Can you see whales in Orkney?
Summer is whale watching season for landlubbers around Orkney. Visit Orkney during the summer months, from May through September and your chances of spotting a killer whale, minke whale or long-finned pilot whale in the waters around this island group are excellent.
Where do I start my Orkney day tour?
Our Orkney Day Tour starts in the Highland capital of Inverness. You will be greeted by your WOW Scotland guide and will board our mini-coach ready for departure at 5.30am from Inverness Bus Station. This early start is essential as it enables us to take the first ferry onto the island, giving us the whole day on Orkney.
What to see and do in Orkney Islands?
This tour visits some of the main sites of interest on the Orkney Islands. See Skara Brae, the Churchill Barriers, Scapa Flow, the Ring of Brodgar, the Standing Stones of Stenness, the Italian Chapel and 1 hour in Kirkwall with an opportunity to see Kirkwall’s magnificent 12th century Cathedral. Tour Highlights…
How long is the ferry from Inverness to Orkney?
Visit famous John O’Groats, cross the Pentland Firth on the Orkney Ferry and enjoy a 6 hour tour of the Orkney Islands. Your coach picks you up from Inverness. Now settle back and enjoy the spectacular scenery of Scotland’s Far North.
How long does it take to drive from Kirkwall to Orkney?
In only 40 minutes you will step ashore in Orkney where a coach will be waiting to drive you over the Famous Churchill Barriers to Kirkwall and the rest of your Orkney Tour. This tour visits some of the main sites of interest on the Orkney Islands.