As you drive from Kilchoan to Sanna Bay you pass through the site of the ancient Ardnamurchan Volcanic ring complex. The wee single track road from Kilchoan takes you on a journey through time itself. One of the best places to gain some perspective is just a short walk from the road at the starting point to the abandonded village of Glendrian. Walk up the track from the car park to on of the small rounded hills for some amazing panoramic views of the ring complex.
Sanna Bay is arguably one of the best beaches in Scotland, a wide expanse of silvery sand, rock pools galore, amazing dunes, all set against a backdrop of rugged hills. A start point for a walk to Portuairk and Ardnamurchan Lighthouse or a local walk through the dunes to the headland cairns. A riot of wildlife in Spring and Summer and a dramatic destination at any time of year. There is ample carparking near the beach and an informartive interpretation board describing the geology of the region.
Portuarik is a wee village near the western most point on the British mainland. As well as being on the core paths to Sanna Bay and Bay MacNeil, Portuairk also has a wonderful beach with wonderful views to The Small Isles. A great place for a swim in the sheltered bay and not to be missed if you are visiting the nearby Ardnamurchan Lighthouse.
Head out west, way out west, to the most westerly point of British mainland on the stunning Ardnamurchan peninsula. Your destination is an elegant Egyptian style lighthouse, built in 1845, with an exhibition centre and tearoom. On route you will have the opportunity to visit some of the best beaches on the West coast of Scotland. Drive through a world famous Volcanic ring complex. Delve into the history of Ardnamurchan by exploring a Neolithic chambered cairn (Greadal Fhinn) or visiting St Comghan's Church...
One of the best chances to see a pine marten is to stay in one of the local self catering properties. These endearing arboreal mammals are opportunist feeders and can often be attracted to self catering properties. Pine martens are active all year, so it's always a good time to see them Wild About Ardnamurchan.
Seek out coastal wildlife amongst the rocky headlands and sheltered lochs of the Sound of Arisaig, on Loch Moidart, on Loch Sunart and beyond. There are several activity providers in the area offering slow adventures by canoe and kayak on sheltered coastal waters, sea lochs and freshwater lochs catering fo
Sanna bay is not just a stunning white sandy beach at the most westerly point of the British mainland, it is also great place to explore some coastal wildlife. In Spring and Summer, the dunes are a riot of colour, making this an excellent place for a botanical extravaganza. Scan the shoreline for coastal birds and check out the rock pools at low tide. Immerse yourself in the wildlife of this stunning beach with its extensive dune sys
The Gaelic Alphabet Trail is a great place for dragonfly stalking. Peat bog specialists such as northern emeralds can be seen on the wing in July and August. Highland darters bask in the summer sun on the wooden bridge by the lochan, as well as darting from selected perches to tackle any intruders in high Summer. Dragonfly stalking is a great way to spend a few hours, enjoying the acrobatics of these stunning insects.
