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Holiday, Vacation, Long Weekend, Short Break, Staycation.
There are many words used to express getting away. There are also many sources of information to help you make your decision. However, many of those sources are paid for by the very accommodation, product and experience providers within them, that didn’t feel right to us.
We wanted to take a different approach. We don’t accept fees, membership payments or any other enticement that could influence our independence. We pay for our reviewers to stay in or experience the properties, products and services reviewed. www.VisitTiree.com values its position as an independent information resource for you as well as other like minded tourists and travellers. We hope you enjoy our reviews.
It can be hard to decide where to spend your time and money when taking a break. We hope our reviews go some way to help you in your decision making process.
SURF
Blackhouse Watersports
Find the cute wee family run surf shack on one of the best surfing beaches on the island, Balevullin Beach. Marti and Iona Larg, who run Blackhouse Watersports, are on hand to help you create amazing memories. Book a private lesson, join a group session, or simply rent a board. Open 7 days a week during the summer season. You can book online here. You can also hire canoes and bikes!
“What an absolute amazing experience. As soon as we arrived we were welcomed by Largs and we all pretty much adapted to the beautiful island. We had the most amazing week with you, the memories will last a lifetime.”
SEAFARI
Tiree Sea Tours
For a fabulous time out on the water, Tiree Sea Tours boat trips depart from Scarinish Pier. With two boats in the fleet, a variety of fun outings awaits you. Captains Chris and Frazer will go to great lengths to try to give you the best experience, from finding dolphins or basking sharks to catching fish or seeing the amazing sights of the puffins at Lunga, Fingal’s cave at Staffa, Skerryvore lighthouse, the beautiful abbey at Iona and more. Private charters can also be arranged. You can book here.
“Thanks to Tiree Sea Tours for a brilliant day out to Tobermory and for organising a Minke Whale to come and visit us.”
KITE
Blackhouse Watersports
When the wind blows, which it does regularly on Tiree, it’s time to unpack the kites. There are some perfect beaches for kite surfing on the island, Gott Bay being a favourite. If you would like to learn, or improve, you can book lessons with Marti from Blackhouse Watersports here.
“Fond memories of our week with you last summer experiencing kite surfing.”
Distill
Learn all about the only distillery on the island. Take a tour to see the facility and try the famous Tyree gin with a tonic whilst gazing at the Atlantic, or learn to make your own! An experience not to be missed, you can book your visit here.
“Thanks for the gin and for one of the best views with a drink I’ve had in a long time.”
RUN
Tiree Fitness
If you’ve been to Tiree before then you know it’s a pretty flat island which makes it perfect for running. If 10k or half a marathon isn’t long enough for you, panic not, Will Wright organises an epic Tiree ultramarathon every year! To find out more about the events and when and where they take place, here is a link to the website.
“A word of warning. Once you become involved with Tiree, the ultra and the amazing people, you will never be the same.”
Trek
Located just off Balinoe beach you can find Tiree Equestrian. For a unique experience, book a ride along what must be some of the most beautiful virtually deserted beaches in Europe or try horse yoga! You won’t stop smiling for the rest of your stay.
Share your stories with us
If you’ve experienced something special on the Isle of Tiree and have a review you’d like us to add, please let us know by emailing IWantTo@VisitTiree.com