Stardust Boat Trips Portree
About
Stardust Boat Trips invites visitors to explore the dramatic waters around the Isle of Skye, Raasay and Rona from Portree’s bustling harbour. With a fleet that includes the classic MV Stardust, the catamaran MV Stardust II, the fast RIB Saorsa of Skye and the newly launched 42‑ft Saorsa na Mara, guests can choose from a range of themed wildlife cruises. Each two‑hour voyage takes you past towering cliffs, hidden coves and rich tidal basins where the largest bird of prey in the UK, the white‑tailed eagle, takes flight; dolphins bubble alongside, while sea‑eagles and puffins nest on sheer rock faces. The tours also offer sightings of seals at Holoman Bay, whales, basking sharks, and in season, orcas – all set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Old Man of Storr, the Red Caves and the rolling Trotternish Ridge.
Highlights
- White‑tailed Eagle
- Dolphin Spotting
- Puffin Nesting
- Whale Watching
- Old Man of Storr
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Best time to visit
Late spring to early autumn (May‑September) for optimal wildlife sightings.
At a glance
- Typical visit: about 2 hours