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Dochgarroch: Loch Ness and Caledonian Canal 2-Hour Cruise
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Dochgarroch: Loch Ness and Caledonian Canal 2-Hour Cruise

By Loch Ness by Jacobite
9.6 out of 10
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Overview
  • Sail from the Caledonian Canal to Urquhart Castle
  • Spot hidden happenings on the Jacobite sonar
  • Take in stunning views of the Great Glen and Aldourie Castle

Activity location

    • Loch Ness
    • Scottish Highlands, Scotland, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Dochgarroch Cottages, Dochgarroch, Inverness IV3 8JG, UK | Meet at Dochgarroch Lock, which is 5 miles out of Inverness. When using google maps, please search Loch Ness by Jacobite Dochgarroch Lock, or if using What3Words https://what3words.com/scored.mourner.riverboat. Follow signs to Loch Ness by Jacobite and from the car park follow signs ‘To the Canal’. Please arrive at least 20 minutes prior to boarding as the boat will not wait.
    • Inverness, Scotland, United Kingdom

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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedSailing trip from Dochgarroch lock
  • What's includedWhat's included Sailing on the man-made part of the Caledonian Canal
  • What's includedWhat's included Sailing into Loch Ness
  • What's includedWhat's included Views of Urquhart Castle
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedFood and drinks (available to purchase)

What you can expect

Join this cruise for a return sail to Urquhart Castle from Dochgarroch Lock. Your cruise sails from Dochgarroch Loch on the Caledonian Canal and heads to the heart of the mystery, where you’ll learn the fascinating storey of Loch Ness.

You will sail through parts of the Caledonian Canal, see Aldourie Castle, and more while enjoying the selection of hot and cold Scottish snacks on board. There is also a bar if you fancy a wee dram, and for those of you who like to stay connected, there is free Wi-fi onboard.

Location

Activity location

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    • Loch Ness
    • Scottish Highlands, Scotland, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Dochgarroch Cottages, Dochgarroch, Inverness IV3 8JG, UK | Meet at Dochgarroch Lock, which is 5 miles out of Inverness. When using google maps, please search Loch Ness by Jacobite Dochgarroch Lock, or if using What3Words https://what3words.com/scored.mourner.riverboat. Follow signs to Loch Ness by Jacobite and from the car park follow signs ‘To the Canal’. Please arrive at least 20 minutes prior to boarding as the boat will not wait.
    • Inverness, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10

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David R

Reviewed on GetYourGuide
26 Mar 2025
Britain
Very decent boat and friendly staff. They are not joking when they tell you to dress warm. Layer up! Nice little cafe. Worth money
10.0 out of 10

Victoria R

Reviewed on GetYourGuide
5 Feb 2025
Britain
It was fantastic!!
10.0 out of 10

Sam T

Reviewed on GetYourGuide
4 Feb 2025
Britain
friendly knowledgeable staff
10.0 out of 10

Monica O

Reviewed on GetYourGuide
29 Jan 2025
Britain
I actually missed this particular booking due to my stupidity of missing my bus stop... informed them I wasn't making it and they offered to accommodate for later or the next couple of days - very considerate. ended up booking a tour that included one way on their cruise, 1 hour to Urquhart Castle. I'm so glad that I've done it, this cruise is absolutely lovely, stunning views. if you can withstand the cold or do the cruise with pleasant weather, the top of the boat is the place to be. or can warm up inside a cuppa.
10.0 out of 10

Vitória S

Reviewed on GetYourGuide
24 Jan 2025
Portugal
We loved it!!!! The views are breathtaking, our host was super nice and gave great histories. The boat was clean, the staff kind and organised and inside the boat was deliciously warm (because the day was super cold).
10.0 out of 10

Hathaipat S

Reviewed on GetYourGuide
13 Jan 2025
Thailand
Excellent experience! The guide is very knowledgeable about the area. Also, the cruise takes multiple turns near Urquhart Castle, allowing you to capture photos from various angles. Highly recommended!
10.0 out of 10

Andrew L

Reviewed on GetYourGuide
3 Jan 2025
Britain
Excellent trip, great guide information and stunning scenery. Highly recommended. Wasn’t aware you could disembark at Urquhart Castle, so worth checking this out when booking. Great highland hot chocolate on board as well.
8.0 out of 10

Eduardo L

Reviewed on GetYourGuide
31 Dec 2024
Brazil
Good, a notch below great given the length of the trip and vessel.
10.0 out of 10

Angus G

Reviewed on GetYourGuide
5 Dec 2024
Britain
Great trip, amusing and well informed information. Wonderful crew
8.0 out of 10

Christine C

Reviewed on GetYourGuide
18 Nov 2024
Britain
Pleasant cruise to Urquart Castle and back, with live commentary. Great views of the castle - You wouldn’t need to pay to visit it again as the best views are from the water. Wear warm clothes for wind chill if upstairs. Downstairs is enclosed. Good cafe/restaurant, toilets etc where the boat leaves. Drinks, snacks, toilets onboard
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