Saint Kilda & Continental Shelf Expedition

5-15 August 2027

In association with Hebridean Adventures. A ten-night expedition cruise, based on the live-aboard motor vessel Hjalmar Bjørge, with a maximum of ten passengers, embarking and disembarking in Oban.

After the success of our 2025 Stanton Banks cruise, reaching the Continental Shelf west of the island of Barra has been firmly on our radar for several years. This is a return to a classic route and an expedition regularly undertaken by Hjalmar Bjorge with Mark Henrys, the vessel’s previous owner.

In 2027, we plan to push as far west as possible to the shelf edge—who knows what we might encounter? Our intended route will include St Kilda and parts of the Western Isles chain. As always, the final route will be dictated by weather and sea conditions, with alternative plans in place. With this being peak cetacean season, there is always the chance of finding something remarkable. It is also prime time for some of the rarer migratory seabirds, such as sooty and great shearwater, so we will be keeping a keen eye open for those.

Of course, it’s not all about time at sea. There will be opportunities to go ashore on several islands in the Outer Hebrides, possibly including Mingulay and Vatersay, as well as selected islands of the Inner Hebrides—adding rich cultural and wildlife experiences to this offshore expedition.

Chris will be sailing as your expedition leader, wildlife guide and photography mentor.

Group size: 10 persons max

Cost: From £3600 per person, including ten nights full board. Single occupancy may be available for a supplement – please enquire.

Availability:  Places available

Further information
Email: info@hebrideanadventures.co.uk
Tel: 07871 463755