Isle of Harris
SNORKELLING WITH
WILD HARRIS
Hùisinis, Isle of Harris
Saturday 24 June postponed until Monday due to weather
Monday 26 June, Friday 30 June
Multiple times available
Adults £50, under 18s £25.
Darryl from Wild Harris will show you how to use a mask and snorkel before introducing you to the precious marine habitats we have here in Harris. Please bring your own wetsuit if you have one. We have a limited number for people to borrow. This activity is suitable for adults and children aged 10 and above.
To book or for further information contact:
SHOREWATCH TRAINING
Isle of Harris
Saturday 24 June at 10am
Training location: Tigh an Urrais Tarbert HS3 3DB
Duration: 2hrs
Join the 'Shorewatch' team and North Harris Ranger to learn how to identify different species of whales, dolphins and porpoises and record sightings, followed by an afternoon walk and opportunity to join in a live 'Shorewatch' at the Eilean Glas Lighthouse (see below for more details of the afternoon walk).
A chance to hear about local culture and way of life as you learn how to support the study of whales and dolphins!
12-15 people. No booking required.
We are a multilingual ranger service and can communicate in Gaelic, English, Irish, French, or Breton depending on needs.
For further information contact:
North Harris Trust
EILEAN GLAS LIGHTHOUSE WALK AND SHOREWATCH
Isle of Scalpay
Saturday 24 June at 1pm
Walk starts 1pm from Outend Carpark, Scalpay HS4 3YG
Duration: 3hrs
Terrain: Rough terrain, stout footwear and waterproof clothing, and a bottle of water recommended. The path is unsuitable for people with mobility restrictions. The walk is about 2.3km one way.
Join the North Harris Ranger and 'Shorewatch' team for a walk and 'Shorewatch' at the Eilean Glas Lighthouse, an opportunity to learn how to do a 10-minute whale, dolphin and porpoise survey.
Also a chance to hear about local culture and way of life as you learn how to support the study of whales!
12-15 people. No booking required.
We are a multilingual ranger service and can communicate in Gaelic, English, Irish, French, or Breton depending on needs.
For further information contact:
North Harris Trust
MACHAIR BINGO
Isle of Harris
Saturday 24 June at 2pm
Postponed until 21 July
FREE, family event: 5+ years
Seilebost Beach
Find the flowers and collect the points on your bingo card. Family event at Seilebost Beach.
All welcome!
For further information contact:
Tel: 01859 503900
EILEAN GLAS GUIDED WALK
Isle of Scalpay
Monday 26 June 10am-12pm
Walk starts at Outend Carpark, Scalpay HS4 3YG
Duration: 2hrs
Terrain: People need an appropriate level of fitness for a 2.3km walk on a gravel path with some minor slopes. Appropriate footwear is required, as well as weather-proof clothing.
Walk to the Eilean Glas Lighthouse talking about local culture, way of life, and history, and hoping to see some whales and dolphins during a ranger-led 'Shorewatch' (a 10-minute whale, dolphin and porpoise survey).
We are a multilingual ranger service and can communicate in Gaelic, English, Irish, French, or Breton depending on needs.
No specific limit on numbers, booking not essential.
For further information contact:
North Harris Trust
JOURNEY INSIDE A HUMPBACK WHALE!
Isle of Harris
Monday 26 June 1pm-3pm
Tarbert Community Hall, Isle of Harris
Duration: 2hrs
Free: Donations welcome
Ever wondered what it’s like to stand next to a whale?
Whale and Dolphin Conservation are visiting the Hebrides with our brand new inflatable life size humpback whale and you can even go inside the whale!
Join us to learn about whales, how they feed, where you can see them and how you can help protect them.
For further information contact:
Whale and Dolphin Conservation
INTO REMOTEST HARRIS: AN ADVENTURE BY BOAT AND BOOT
West Loch Pier Tarbert
Isle of Harris
Tuesday 27 June 9am-5.30pm
(Wednesday 28 June back up date)
Meeting point at West Loch pier in Tarbert
Duration: 8 and a half hrs
£140 per person
Booking is essential: Into Remotest North Harris: An adventure by boat and boot.. – Isle of Harris Sea Tours
Passengers are required to take a substantial packed lunch and additional snacks and water to keep hydrated throughout the day.
This unique opportunity to discover Scarp and Dirascal for yourself is made possible by a new collaboration between celebrated local businesses Isle of Harris Sea Tours and Wild Harris.
Immerse yourself in the wildlife and culture of this place. Walk a day in the boots of the Hearaich, who, less than a century ago, would have travelled these islands mostly on foot or by boat. This trip can be completed by either walking then taking the boat back or starting on the boat and walking back. The meeting point is at the pier at West Loch Tarbert.
Boat then boot: We take an hours cruise to the island of Scarp, going ashore to soak in the atmosphere of a once well populated island. Passengers will get approximately 1 and a half hours to explore this beautiful island.
For further information contact Isle of Harris Sea Tours:
Into Remotest North Harris: An adventure by boat and boot.. – Isle of Harris Sea Tours
EAGLE WALK AND SIT-IN
Eagle Observatory, Isle of Harris
Tuesday 27 June 1.30pm-4pm
Walk starts from the Eagle Observatory Carpark, HS3 3AW
Duration: around 3hrs
Terrain: Rough terrain, stout footwear and weatherproof clothing recommended. People need an appropriate level of fitness for a 2.5km walk on a gravel path with some minor slopes.
Accompany the North Harris Ranger to the Eagle Observatory, learning about our native habitats and culture along the way. The Ranger will remain at the observatory for two hours thereafter and you can catch him there.
We are a multilingual ranger service and can communicate in Gaelic, English, Irish, French, or Breton depending on needs.
No specific limit on numbers, booking not essential.
For further information contact:
EAGLE WALK Bogha Glas Carpark, HS3 3AD, Isle of Harris
Wednesday 28 June
10am to 1.30pm
Walk starts from Bogha Glas Carpark, HS3 3AD
Duration: around 3hrs
Terrain: People should wear appropriate footwear and waterproof clothing. Carrying a bottle of water is advised and people are welcome to bring a lunch.
Walk through Gleann Bhìogadail with our local Ranger in search of golden eagles and talking about our local habitats and culture.
We are a multilingual ranger service and can communicate in Gaelic, English, Irish, French, or Breton depending on needs.
No specific limit on numbers, booking not essential.
For further information contact:
BEATHAICHEAN, LUSAN IS AINMEAN-AITE
Isle of Harris
Wednesday 28 June
7pm to 8pm
Tigh an Urrais, An Tairbeart HS3 3DB
This is a Gaelic-medium event (keen learners welcome). The building is in central Tarbert and easily accessible.
Bidh an òraid Ghàidhlig seo mu dheidhinn beathaichean agus lusan is mar a nochdas iad ann an ainmean-àite Gàidhlig is Lochlannach na Hearadh. 'S e dòigh mhath a th' ann a bhith a' cnuasachadh air dùthchas an àite fad na linntean.
15 places maximum, booking recommended due to limited space.
For further information contact:
ÀIRD GROTHADANAIS GUIDED WALK
Luskentyre, Isle of Harris
Thursday 29 June
11am to about 12.30pm
Luskentyre Main Carpark, HS3 3HL
People need an appropriate level of fitness for a 2km walk on rough terrain with boggy and rocky patches (there is no path). Appropriate footwear is required, as well as weather-proof clothing. Hiking boots, not trainers. Carrying a bottle of water is advised.
Follow the North Harris Ranger from Tràigh Rosamol to Àird Gròthadanais to discover our coastal habitats and catch a glimpse of local sea-birds.
No specific limit on numbers. Booking not required.
The area is home to nesting birds: Dogs are welcome but should be kept on a lead. Children have to be managed so as not to distress wildlife.
We are a multilingual service and can talk to visitors in Gaelic, English, Irish, French, or Breton depending on their needs.
For further information contact:
THE HARRIS WHALING STATION
Tigh an Urrais, Tarbert
Isle of Harris
Friday 30 June
7pm to 8pm
Tigh an Urrais, An Tairbeart HS3 3DB
The talk will be held in the centre of Tarbert, in an accessible building. It will be in English with some Gaelic.
Join us for a talk about the history of the Harris Whaling Station and the history of whaling in the Hebrides. The talk will include information about placenames and wildlife, and discuss the current state of whale stocks in our waters.
15 maximum, booking recommended due to limited space.
We are a multilingual service and can talk to visitors in Gaelic, English, Irish, French, or Breton depending on their needs.
For further information contact:
CUAIRT NAN IOLAIREAN
Bogha Glas Carpark
Isle of Harris
Saturday 1 July
10am to 1.30pm
Meet: Bogha Glas Carpark, HS3 3AD
Terrain: People need an appropriate level of fitness for a 6km walk on a gravel path with some minor slopes. Part of the walk will be done on rough, boggy and rocky terrain with no path. Appropriate footwear is required (hiking boots, not trainers) as well as weather-proof clothing. Carrying a bottle of water is advised. People are welcome to bring a lunch if they wish.
Thigibh còmhla ris a' mhaor-dhùthcha air cuairt ann an Gleann Bhìogadail. Lorgaidh sinn iolairean-buidhe agus ionnsaichidh sinn mu dhùthchas na Hearadh tro chànan an àite.
This is a Gaelic-medium event (learners welcome).
We are a multilingual service and can talk to visitors in Gaelic, English, Irish, French, or Breton depending on their needs.
For further information contact:
CANCELLED
Bumblebee Safari
Northton Machair
Isle of Harris
Saturday 1 July 11am-12 noon
Meet at the Northton machair. Parking is very limited, so if you are able, please park away from the access gate and walk in.
15 people max (adults and children)
Booking is essential
Duration: 1 hour
Terrain: Suitable for families, children over 5 years who are able to walk on paths and firm ground. Clothing and footwear suitable for changeable weather conditions. The event may be cancelled in the event of bad weather.
Come on a quest to find bumblebees on Northton's beautiful machair and find out more about these essential insects and the flowers they need to survive and thrive! Join Bumblebee Conservation Trust who will guide you on this bumblebee safari.
To book or for further information contact:
katy.malone@bumblebeeconservation.org
LEARN TO SURF
Isle of Harris
Thursday 29 June
Multiple times available
£45pp
Please pre-book and meet at the car park of the building 'Talla na Mara", Pairc Niseaboist, Isle of Harris HS3 3AE.. Once everyone is there the instructor will guide you to one of the local beaches.
Duration: 2.5 Hours
Beginners Surf Lesson in The Isle of Harris. All equipment is provided, no experience is required.
Booking required: https://surflewis.com/
Participants must be 8 years old and over. All participants must be able to swim 50 metres unaided. Children 8-10 years old must be accompanied in the water by a parent/guardian. All equipment is provided and no previous experience is required.
Thinking about learning to surf? On this beginners surf lesson in Harris you will learn about beach safety and awareness, your surf equipment, how to find the correct lying position on the board, paddling technique, how to get through the waves, how to catch a wave, entry and exit from surf, how to stand up!
To book or for further information contact:
info@surflewis.co.uk
Phone 07920 427 194