Mull lies at the centre of a group of islands off the west coast of Scotland,
and is treasured for its unspoilt landscapes, fascinating geology and diverse
wildlife.
The island boasts a wide range of scenery from beaches and sea
caves to waterfalls, mountains and forests.
As well as Mull's spectacular
beaches, there are great opportunities for whale watching around its coast.
Our
coastlines offer great opportunities for wildlife watching. Why not take a few
tips from the Hands on Nature team? From whale watching to birds, try your hand.
Mull - Visitor Guide
Address:
Mull,
Scotland. The nearest mainland towns are Oban and Kilchoan.
Postcode:
PA72
Telephone:
01688
302182 - Tourist Information Centre (April-Oct). 01680 812377 - The Pier,
Craignure, Isle of Mull (year round). 01475 650100 - Mull Ferry.
Whale
and dolphin watching - trips organised by boat operators on Tobermory harbour.
Book in advance during high season. Sea Eagles - reserve run by Forestry Commission,
RSPB and others at Loch Frisa.
Essential
kit:
Stock up on food and drinks for
trips lasting five or six hours. Make sure you've got your camera, binoculars
and warm weather gear. Sea sickness tablets may be useful in rough weather. Don't
forget to bring sun cream in Summer.
Nature
watching:
Best season: Summer. Whale watching
season runs April-October.
Access:
Access
for wheelchair users on the ferry to Mull. Check disabled access with individual
boat operators. Smaller whale watching boats may not have wheelchair access.
Getting there:
Daily
ferries to Mull. It's a 45 minute crossing from Oban. Various small boat operators
run whale watching trips which cost around £40 - more information via . Allow plenty of time to get to the harbour for your boat trip - many
roads on Mull are narrow and winding. Trip info via the.
Opening
times:
Year round but not all attractions and
boat trips operate in Winter. The Sea Eagles hide at Loch Frisa is open Easter-July
and trips must be booked in advance.
Charges:
Charges
for boat trips - prices vary depending on operator.
