ISLAND HOPPING
Make your trip to Oban even more worthwhile by visiting the Herbidean Isles: As Oban is the gateway to the Outer Scottish Hebrides you have the opportunity to visit over 20 different isles with Scotland's largest ferry operator, Caledonian MacBrayne, or best known as 'CalMac' to the locals. As well as day trips to the Isle of Iona, the Isle of Kerrera and the Isle of Mull during summer months, CalMac offers tours that include of whale watching and wildlife adventures.
Whether it be a day trip to Balamory for the kids or a few days to the Isle of Barra to bask on the white beaches, CalMac has something for everyone.
THE THREE ISLES EXCURSION
The Three Isles tour by Staffa Tours allows visitors of Oban to discover three Scottish Isles in one day by taking you through the stunning scenery of the Isle of Mull followed by a trip to the Isle of Iona where visitors stop to see the famous Abbey. The trip is finished up with a boat ride to the Isle of Staffa discover one of Scotland's most beautiful treasures - Fingal's Cave.
VISIT OBAN DISTILLERY
Situated in the heart of Oban, there is no excuse for you to miss out the opportunity to taste a true blend of Scottish whisky. You will have the opportunity to be guided around the distillery by a knowledgeable tour guide, exploring each part of the whisky making process. To finish the tour up, you will be given a sampler of Oban Distillery's Oban 14 year old single malt whiskey with crystalised ginger - a taste of sensation!
SWIM WITH BASKING SHARKS
Basking Shark Scotland is offering those visiting the Oban area a once in a lifetime opportunity - to swim with basking sharks! One, two and three day excursions to the Inner Hebrides are offered to those who want to explore basking shark hotspots. Services for those who just want to spectate are also offered, and professional videograpehers are offered on tours for those who want to catch high-quality footage of the friendly giants.