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One of the special things about being on an island is that sense of removal from the hustle and bustle of mainland life. With water all around, the peace and quiet and breathtaking views can begin to work their magic! We’ve put together a selection of our most remote holiday cottages on the Isle of Mull. These cottages offer guests a sense of total privacy and solitude in the most stunning of scenery.
MacKinnon’s Cave is situated on the Isle of Mull’s west coast near Gribun. The area is dominated by sheer cliffs and very broken country that affords a great view of several important geological time periods. MacKinnon’s Cave is also said to be the longest sea cave in the Hebrides, at around 500 feet in length. A torch is therefore essential to explore the cave, and as the mouth of the cave is tidal you must consult the tide times before setting off and plan your visit on a low tide.
With Dave Sexton, RSPB Mull Officer
Stand on a high point and gaze out to sea off Mull’s west coast and you will see them. A chain of mysterious, glistening jewels in the Hebridean sea that will set your pulse racing. The sense of anticipation of the wildlife gems they might hold is palpable. From Staffa in the south, up to the Dutchman’s Cap, onwards to Lunga and Fladda and finally to Cairn na Burgh Beg in the north, the Treshnish Isles archipelago will lure you in.
Luckily for us all, they are not ‘forbidden islands’. We are blessed here on Mull and Iona with a variety of choices of ways to get to the Treshnish Isles and Staffa, with daily boat trips in season leaving from Ulva Ferry, Fionnphort, Iona and Tobermory. Skippers and crews who know these waters intimately will welcome you on board, provide a warming brew en route and set sail for these distant, enticing lands.
With Dave Sexton RSPB Mull Officer
There can’t be many places on the planet that are better to visit to view wildlife in the depths of winter than they are in high summer, but Mull might just be one of them. Don’t get me wrong. Summer, spring and autumn are all lovely and the wildlife is here throughout the year. But a winter’s day on Mull can be magical.
With shorter days, the island’s wildlife has to pack a lot in and the longer evenings mean more time for you to pull the chair up by the fire in your Isle of Mull Cottage. Pour yourself a dram of Tobermory malt and open a good book to plan your next day spotting the winter wildlife that is here.
Reading “Birdwatching on Mull and Iona” while relaxing at your cottage
Winter is so good because all the young eagles that fledged last autumn are now confident on the wing and will be joining up with other young eagles. White-tailed eagle immatures and sub-adults in particular are very sociable. They will often cruise around together in small, loose groups. It’s not unusual to see 4 or 5 young sea eagles out on an off-shore skerry at this time of year, but bigger gatherings of 10 or more have been reported.
Young golden eagles will often join these youngsters, especially at roost time. Meanwhile the adult eagles will be busy visiting old eyries, preparing for next spring and re-establishing their territorial boundaries through dramatic displays and calling.
Otters seem easier to see in the winter months. With fewer cars and people about they appear more ‘relaxed’. Mull’s big sea lochs of Loch Scridain and Loch na Keal are prime hunting grounds for them. As ever, keep your distance. Sit hidden somewhere downwind and wait patiently along a lonely stretch of coast and sooner or later, an otter will appear. You can watch us getting a great otter sighting on a winter’s day in our seasonal review:
The red deer are now long past the rut and have settled into their winter routine. They’re often down off the hills. With them being lower in the glens, they are easier to find. Stags will have forgotten the testosterone charged battles of the autumn and ‘buddy up’ with each other in small herds. The hinds and this year’s calves will do the same.
It’s a harsh existence for winter wildlife, the deer included, but the most testing time of late winter is yet to come. Meanwhile the island’s fallow deer herds at Loch Buie and Gruline are also often glimpsed from the roadside or as they skip across the road in front of you. Deer are often near the roads at night especially, so beware.
Offshore, harbour and grey seals are all around Mull’s 300 miles of coastline. Pupping for the greys on the Treshnish Isles is over now, so they can pop up anywhere. Salen Bay is still your best bet to spot the harbour seals.
Winter thrushes have largely moved through, stripping out berries as they go, but many remain. Winter wildlife also heralds new arrivals, with rare Greenland white-fronted geese on the Ross of Mull and barnacle geese on Inch Kenneth. It’s always worth a scan of the native, resident greylag geese flocks in case a rare vagrant has joined them.
So whatever the weather this winter, Mull has it all. From spectacular wildlife and scenery to wonderful places to stay cosy and warm on the days that look less inviting to venture out… my advice? Go out anyway. The weather will change and the winter wildlife is all there, just waiting to be discovered. Enjoy!
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As the highest point on the Isle of Mull, and Scotland’s only Munro that is accessible only by boat, a walk up Ben More is often on the ‘to do’ list for visitors to the island.
Looking across Loch na Keal and Eorsa at Ben More on Mull
At 966 meters in height, Ben More towers over the island’s other hills. Not only do you get a stunning, 360-degree view, but you also get the acute sense of altitude that this sort of elevation creates. With no neighbouring mountains of comparable height, Ben More really does feel like the highest point around!
The simplest route to the summit starts on the shore of Loch na Keal at Dhiseig. From here a marked path leads up the broad flank of the hill to the circular summit cairn. Simple. To experience our island Munro at its most dramatic though, arguably the best route is a circular traverse of Beinn Fhada to A’Chioch and then along the ridge to Ben More. This route involves some scrambling (see the map below). Let’s take a look at this route as it was on a fine winter’s day!
Walking along the Bheinn Fhada ridge with Gribun and Ulva in the distance
Hiker walking through snow drifts with the north face of Ben More in the distance
Having parked the car off the road along the shore of Loch na Keal, we began the walk by following the burn (Abhainn na h-Uamha), which has a series of spectacular waterfalls along its course. Feeling lucky that we had chosen such a clear, crisp day, we then headed uphill to crest the ridge of Beinn Fhada. At this point the views are just incredible. Looking back you can see the curve of the Gribun cliffs, the islands of Ulva and Eorsa, Staffa, and the Treshnish Isles. Up ahead, Ben More and the ridge look really inviting.
Frozen lochan on Beinn Fhada with walker surveying the scene
Climbing A’Chioch with Glen Clachaig below and to the right
Winter sun blazing as a walker climbs the A’Chioch ridge on Mull
After a short sharp climb to the summit of Beinn Fhada (702m), with jelly babies providing the extra fuel we needed, we headed west and began the climb of A’Chioch (867m). The views here are superb, and picking our way up towards the summit through snow drifts was great fun! We were lucky that the winds weren’t strong at this point, so we were able to enjoy settled conditions and sunshine.
The final traverse over the ridge to Ben More was relatively straightforward, though the final section involves some scrambling. Just at the point where your legs are starting to ask for a rest, the ridge narrows to just a few meters wide and has significant drops on both sides, which help sharpen the senses!
Looking west over the Isle of Mull with the mainland mountains visible in the distance
Surveying the way ahead to the summit of Ben More
Starting to traverse the Ben More ridge
Looking back along the ridge to A’Chioch
Wind swirls snow into the air on Ben More
Beginning the descent
From the summit of Ben More we followed the line of cairns that descend the hill back towards Loch na Keal. After the rugged drama of the east face of the hill, this side seems very rounded and gentle, and the walking easy. The wind picked up at this point for us, blowing ice around and creating some spectacular conditions:
Ice and snow blows across the hill during the descent
Following the cairns with the Treshnish Isles in the distance
We finished the walk feeling battered but not broken. No matter which time of year or by which route you choose to climb Ben More, it is always a memorable experience and well worth the effort.
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Ben More OS map route
Note: Hill walking has inherent risks and dangers. Conditions change quickly and navigation can be difficult. Always make sure you are well prepared for any conditions and have the correct level of experience for your chosen route.
What is it like on Mull in winter and what is there to see? Whether aspiring for adventure or searching for solitude, the Isle of Mull has something for everyone. I am going to share with you some of my memorable adventures and encounters that I’ve had on Mull in winter…
I’ve always been curious about the origin of our landscapes and the rocks themselves. Observing the magnificent, diverse topography on Mull can inspire a life-long interest in the subject of geology and severely enhance any outdoor adventure of the natural world.
On a wet day on Mull in winter you don’t need to put on the DVD of Jurassic Park to travel back to the age of the dinosaurs. Small parts of our exposed sedimentary coastline date back 183 – 197 million years to the Jurassic period. When the tide ebbs to low water it reveals a time machine, transporting you back to the mesozoic era. Immerse yourself and explore ancient fossilised species.
One memorable winter geo-excursion I had on the south coast of Mull was exploring the mudstone dominated Jurassic coast to see what fossils I could find. I tried to visualise what the planet would have been like during that time period. The key thing I wanted to see was large congregations of Belemnite fossils, which I noticed last time I was there. After discovering why they’re embedded in big concentrations, I wanted to see the fossils again with a fresh understanding.
As you can see from the photo, these bullet shaped, ancient squid died in large numbers and in tight groups. Geologists think that this was not due to a catastrophic climatic event but a species orientated natural fatality after a sexual gathering had taken place, in the same way present day squid do. They shared the same fate as the dinosaurs, marine and flying reptiles, and ammonites at this time. There is no fossil evidence of these animals beyond the end of the Cretaceous period, 65 million years ago.
One of the great things about enjoying rocks and minerals is that the weather conditions aren’t a problem. The rocks have been there for millions of years, and they’re not going anywhere in a hurry. So whatever the weather on Mull in winter, get out and explore the cornerstone of life on our wonderful planet!
Due to the dynamic weather systems often experienced on the island, the photography opportunities are endless. There are angry seas, moody skies and constantly changing light patterns… A later sunrise and earlier sunset also makes the ‘golden hour’ more accessible.
Just last month we had a fresh autumnal easterly wind blowing at force five, which provided a great opportunity to photograph the power of the ocean continuously crashing into Mull’s easterly coastline, which is usually more sheltered. I checked the tide table and planned out the areas that I would cover, enhancing photography opportunities. It was a cool breeze so I wrapped up warm and headed out with my camera gear, excited about capturing images out in the wilds!
I arrived at my intended location in mid-afternoon so that the position of the sun was more suitable and the state of tide exposed some good photography subjects in the beautifully coloured seaweed. I watched the dramatic surge crash in to the shoreline a number of times in admiration. Then I planned out how I would compress that time into a single frame to capture the power of the motion.
I found a location with Duart Castle showing distantly in the backdrop and a nice varied shoreline of rocky outcrops and seaweed. Using a dark filter to slow down the amount of light reaching my camera’s sensor, I was able to shoot frames consisting of a few seconds. Once I was happy with my composition I attempted to time the pressing of the shutter button in sync with a stronger wave crashing against the shore. After about half an hour persevering I managed to get a frame that I went home happy with!
Duart Bay waves
Winter time in the Hebrides brings a number of Atlantic storms, which is to be expected with islands located on the edge of one the world’s youngest oceans. These storms bring an increased chance of natural treasures being brought in with the seas. The best place to look is in the strand lines at low tide. They are long lengths of seaweed stretched across the coast, potentially full of natural wonders!
One winter walk with my family (who were staying in one of the Isle of Mull Cottages on the south coast of the island) produced an exciting find when I was looking for shark egg cases in the strand lines. I ended up finding a ‘Sea Heart’ on the beach!
I since discovered that they’re large, heart-shaped seeds that drop from their tropical vines in Costa Rica and ride the ocean currents of the world. Sea Heart vines are locally known as ‘monkey ladders’, because they actually provide arboreal thoroughfares for monkeys high in the rainforest canopy.
See what you can find on Mull in winter. Whether it’s Mermaid’s Purses (egg cases), Sea Beans or absolutely any other tidal treasures, the wonderful unpredictability of nature makes it hugely exciting every time.
I’ve had some unbelievable nights out under the dark skies of Mull over the years. Once I finish guiding on a wildlife tour during the day, I am always curious to see what else mother nature has to offer me, providing never ending beauty, wonder and learnings. Mull lies under some of the darkest skies in Europe, due to minimal light pollution.
One of those many nights was in the late winter of 2014/15 when I was out in the field with a friend monitoring owls at dusk. The early evening was very productive as we heard Long-eared Owls vocalising as they prepared for the breeding season. We looked to the north and noticed a pale green glow on the horizon, an auroral arc commonly known as the Northern Lights!
Our perseverance out in the wilds paid off throughout the night as we were treated to dancing columns rippling throughout the northern sky at 40 degrees high! The spectacle of the Aurora Borealis was improved with the accompanying soundscapes of Barn Owls screeching and the odd shooting star overhead!
Isle of Mull aurora borealis
Northern Lights over Mull
Like geology and any natural history subject, if you know more about the origins of the topic, it greatly improves your all round experience. With the Aurora Borealis, when you’ve been waiting for many years to see it, it is worth considering how long a single display really has been in the making.
We need to go to the centre of our solar system to understand where the Aurora was truly born. Fifteen million degrees celsius and crushing gravitational pressure – these are the conditions required in the core of our sun to generate the energy to seed the Aurora Borealis. It can take thousands of years for these electrically charged particles to reach the cooler outer parts of the sun. From there, they are released into outer space through moderate solar winds or a more explosive mass ejection. It can take 48 hours for these solar winds to reach our planet. When drawn towards our magnetic poles they can trigger the wonderful showing.
In this modern age we have more accurate space weather reports and also increased networking of local aurora sightings. With Mull’s higher latitude and unpolluted skies, if you put yourself in a position to be lucky, just maybe, you’ll get rewarded with a sighting of the greatest show on earth, thousands of years in the making!
I hope these stories exemplify how exciting it can be out in wild areas on Mull in winter. There is so much to admire, explore and discover on the island of Mull in winter and we would be delighted to share it with you.
Kick start your winter exploration of Mull with stargazing experiences, wildlife and photography tours provided by Nature Scotland who operate year round on the island: info@naturescotland.com
Browse our range of winter breaks with short stays and special deals available on holiday cottages throughout Mull: Winter Breaks
The outdoors is certainly one of the Isle of Mull’s greatest attractions. With miles of unspoilt coastline and stunning views around every corner, you’re never short of things to see. So if you are in the midst of planning your next family holiday and are thinking about days out and activities to do with the kids, you might find this list of our top 10 things to do with children on the Isle of Mull a helpful starting point. We’ve put together this little list to help entertain your little ones no matter what the weather.
The Isle of Mull Aquarium in Tobermory
Located in Tobermory, the Mull Aquarium is a ‘catch and release’ Aquarium. This means the species on display are ‘resident’ for a maximum of four weeks before being returned to the water. As a result there is always something new to see on each visit. Kids will love the interactive touch pool sessions. There are a good selection of toys and souvenirs too, not to mention the mesmerising contour sand pit! Contact 01688 302 876
Kids will love seeing Mull from the saddle!
Catering to both experienced and first time riders, Mull Pony Trekking offers a superb opportunity for kids to gain experience with the ponies whilst seeing some of Mull’s finest scenery. Taster sessions can also be booked, ideal for the very youngest riders and those who are a bit unsure. Perfect for toddlers are the shetland pony rides. After a quick brush and pat you can lead your children out on a short ride. The more experienced riders will love cantering along the shore on the beach trek. Contact Liz: 07748807447
Located within Aros Hall on Tobermory’s Main Street, Rainydays soft play will let children burn off that excess energy no matter what the weather! There are a range of ‘climbing blocks’, slides and a ball pit. Drinks and snacks can also be purchased and there are a selection of books and magazines too. Contact: rainydaysaroshall@gmail.com
Duart Castle on the Isle of Mull as viewed from across the bay
Kids will love a visit to Mull’s Duart castle. The castle is the seat of clan MacLean and dates back to the 13th century. You explore the inside of Duart, where there are exhibits and displays detailing the castle’s history. Steps lead right up to the roof terrace, where the are outstanding views. After looking around the castle you can enjoy a sit down and some delicious food and drinks in the tearoom. Walking trails lead around Duart point. There is a millennium woodland walk and even a small sandy beach to find! Duart Castle also hosts a range of events and attractions that take place throughout the summer. Contact: 01680 812 309
Paths weave through the stunning gardens at Lip na Cloiche
Situated on the Isle of Mull’s west coast, Lip na Cloiche gardens will be a firm favourite with children and adults alike. Entry is by donation and a maze of footpaths let you explore this stunning hillside garden. The gardens are densely planted with a wide range of plants that thrive in the warm sea air. The gardens feature a mix of beach-combed and ‘found’ items that are beautifully incorporated into the planting in a way that will surprise and engage children and adults too. You can also purchase craft items and plants and a proportion of the proceeds are donated back to local charities. Contact: 01688 500 257
Aros Park is perfect for a family walk
Walks on the Isle of Mull for kids don’t have to involve climbing Ben More, the island’s Munro. You can see some great views at lower levels and with little effort. Aros Park is a great option for walking with children on Mull. Located just south of Tobermory, Aros Park has a network of maintained tracks, including some that are suitable for pushchairs too. In sunny weather children will enjoy ball games on the grass where there is also a climbing frame and picnic areas. In heavy rain the park is stunning with its many impressive waterfalls that thunder into the sea of Tobermory harbour. There are trails into the woods with adventure courses to complete and stunning views over the harbour to Tobermory. See details and maps on our walking page.
Kids enjoying the Mull swimming pool
The Isle of Mull Swimming Pool is centrally located in Craignure at the Isle of Mull Hotel. This 17m long pool is great for children because the depth is 1.2m. There is a shallower toddler/learner pool too. Adults can also enjoy use of the spa, which has a sauna, steam room and outdoor Jacuzzi. A range of beauty treatments are available and there is a Rasul Mud room. After everyone has enjoyed the pool you can head over for a bite to eat in the hotel lounge bar.
The Old Byre heritage centre near Dervaig, Mull
The Old Byre heritage centre is located just outside of Dervaig in north Mull. Children can play in the covered play area, which has a selection of toys and games. There are picnic benches where you can enjoy food and drinks from the cafe. The heritage centre has a excellent display of models that show life like scenes from Mull’s past. There are also informative films you can watch and a gift shop too. Contact: 01688 400 229
Kids playing on the beach at Calgary on Mull
A trip to a beach is also a good bet and Mull has some of the finest beaches you could wish for. Whether it’s picnics or sandcastle building, paddling or fishing, children always seem to have a way of making their own fun and games given an expanse of sand to do it on! Mull has such a beautiful range of beaches and coastline to enjoy with sands of every colour. Kick start your next beach day with our guide to beaches on the Isle of Mull.
Staffa and basalt columns
Mull offers some amazing boat trips exploring the waters and small islands around its coast. The trip to Staffa is an ideal short trip to do with children. The sail takes around 40 minutes from Mull and you have a chance of see wildlife along the way. Landing on Staffa you get an hour ashore to explore the island on foot (taking care!). You can guide kids around to the impressive Fingal’s cave, and watch waves crash inside making a tremendous noise! In spring and summer, puffins arrive on Staffa and young children will enjoy watching these colourful birds. This is an ideal first boat trip, being shorter in length but big in drama! See more about Staffa and a list of Mull boat trip operators to contact.
These are just a sample of some things to do with kids on the Isle of Mull but you’ll find plenty more. You’ll also see we have a brilliant range of holiday cottages that our great for families. See our full range at Isle of Mull Cottages and do get in touch if you’d like any help or advice: 01688 400 682 or mail@isleofmullcottages.com
When you visit the Isle of Mull you can also visit the other islands that are situated off Mull’s coast. Iona is undoubtedly the most popular of them all and it’s easy to see why, not least because of the stunning Iona Abbey.
Arriving at Iona and the waters of St Ronan’s Bay
The journey starts in Fionnphort, Mull’s most south westerly village. You can tuck into fresh seafood on the slipway whilst you wait for the ferry. The return ticket will set you back a very reasonable £3.30 for an adult or £1.70 for a child.
The crossing takes ten minutes and you will arrive at Iona’s largest settlement, Baile Mor. The sea in St Ronan’s bay is such a striking blue colour, the white sandy beaches and stone cottages couldn’t be any more picturesque.
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Most visitors make a bee line for the Abbey, a short walk that takes in some of the sights of Iona on the way.
Iona Abbey as seen across St Ronan’s Bay
A bench on Iona encourages visitors to absorb the peace
Iona post office with the ferry turning in the distance
The site of Iona Abbey dates from 563, when St Columba established a monastery on the island. Tickets to enter the Abbey are purchased at the Historic Scotland ticket office.
There’s lots to see in the abbey including the impressive cloisters, which have undergone restoration and feature many impressive stone carvings:
The cloisters in Iona Abbey
A face carved in stone in the cloisters of Iona Abbey
One of the corner carvings of Iona Abbey cloisters
Detail of the stone columns of Iona Abbey’s cloisters
After you have looked around the Abbey you can enjoy lunch at one of Iona’s eateries before exploring other areas of the island.
The whole of Iona from south to north
Many visitors climb Dun I, the island’s highest point. North beach at Iona’s northern most tip is a stunning beach too, with great views back to Mull.
A sign points the way to Dun I, the highest point on Iona
The white sands of North beach on Iona with Mull in the distance
On Iona’s west and southern coast you can enjoy relative peace and quiet as most visitors stick to the island’s east coast and the area around Abbey.
Iona makes a great day out from Mull and is on most visitors ‘to do’ list.
Some people base their holidays around their dogs, so they set out with pet friendly holiday cottages in mind. ‘We’re visiting the island because we think Jake is going to like it’ was the start of a recent telephone conversation. It just took me a couple of minutes to figure out who Jake was. As it happens, we are on the dog’s side at Isle of Mull Cottages. We encourage owners to make their holiday cottages available to those bringing their pooches with them. After all, it’s fair to say that there might be a few visitors to this part of Scotland who are outdoor enthusiasts, in one form or another, and are therefore quite likely to have a dog they would like to bring with them.
Looking for a holiday cottage…
So today we’re looking at our pet friendly holiday cottages to stay in from the canine perspective. Is there an enclosed garden? Are there walks from the doorstep? Can I get to a beach quite quickly? Here are our top three doggy destinations for pet friendly holiday cottages…
Calgary Cottage
Yes, there is a lovely garden and yes, there is a fantastic beach within walking distance. Happy days.
Great garden to explore
Shepherd’s Cottage
Again, a great garden at this little cottage which stands proudly on the hillside above the river Aros, looking out over the Sound of Mull. There is a great little circular route around Aros castle that will delight your dog’s senses.
Great walking territory from Shepherd’s Cottage
Craig Ben Cottage
Truly beautiful scenery, a freshwater loch on the doorstep (plenty of sticks too) and a beach just down the road, Craig Ben Cottage is a fabulous, dog friendly option.
Short walk to the loch from Craig Ben Cottage for a quick dip
To be honest, you can’t go too far wrong when choosing pet friendly holiday cottages from our host of dog friendly options. Your dog is likely to be quite pleased with your holiday choice. They will know they are going somewhere special as soon as they board the CalMac boat to get to Mull, and I’m afraid they are likely to be disappointed to leave too. You might just have to come again next year!
The Isle of Mull is part of the Inner Hebrides; an archipelago consisting of 77 islands, including some of the more well known inhabited islands such as Islay, Jura and Skye. So what sets the Isle of Mull apart in this variety of beautiful Hebridean offerings?
Less populated than Islay or Skye, with the vast majority of roads being single track (and okay, a little bumpy), Mull retains a wonderfully laid-back, peaceful atmosphere. There’s just enough in the way of infrastructure to give you a list of attractions to keep you busy, from Duart Castle to a wildlife tour.
Stunning scenery
The Isle of Mull’s capital has to be one of the most picturesque harbour towns in the United Kingdom. On a calm day, with a high tide, you can wander the gift shops, or enjoy a cup of coffee at one of the well placed cafes on the seafront, watching the boats come and go from the sheltered bay. Wooded hillsides at either end of the harbour, and the steep streets behind the main shopping area, add to the character of this lovely little town. Tobermory bustles in the summer months and becomes a sleepy haven in the quieter winter.
Tobermory is a picture-postcard town
The south of Mull has a cluster of impressive mountains. Ben More, being the highest on the island and one of Scotland’s Munros, is the most popular choice for a mountain walk with visitors, but there are many more hidden beauties. Cyclists will be in their absolute element with Mull boasting some excellent cycling routes past stunning sea lochs and captivating glens, as well as some shorter forestry tracks for families wanting to get in on the action. And finally, the coastline of Mull is just staggeringly varied and beautiful. There are white sandy bays that look like they are out of a Mediterranean travel brochure as well as the drama of steep coastal cliffs around Gribun or Carsaig.
Kilvickeon Beach
Most visitors to Mull are keen to see the sea eagles during their stay. Both golden eagles and white tailed eagles reside on Mull. Red deer are an impressive sight too and the charming Highland cows are often photographed extensively. Along the coastline there are the sea otters to spot, and if you are really lucky, dolphins, porpoises and even basking sharks. The rich marine environment that laps at the 300 miles of coast, coupled with the variety of habitats on land, mean that the birdlife here is prolific. The flora and fauna are worth finding out about too, so make sure you pack your camera and binoculars for a trip to the Isle of Mull.
What really sets the Isle of Mull apart is hard to put into words. You’ll only find that out for yourself by coming and discovering its beauty for yourself. Make one of our hand-picked holiday cottages your base for the perfect island holiday.